Photogenic makeup: 7 universal tips!

Photo sessions don't happen often in a girl's life. Professional photographs are then hung on the walls, uploaded to social networks, and stored in albums in the most visible place. Therefore, to look impressive, you need to choose the right makeup for a photo shoot. Of course, it makes no sense to invite a skilled stylist and pay him a lot of money. You can use basic tips and create a cool, elegant and unusual look on your own. You also need to get yourself in order by putting on your favorite suit, dress, shorts or other clothes.

Preparatory stage

For some reason, many girls skip this step. In vain. It is necessary to prepare in advance, namely:

• Carefully consider the image that will be conveyed in the photograph.
• Choose clothes. You can use your favorite things or buy bright and fashionable models specifically for the event. They can be returned to the store after the shoot.
• Make an appointment with a hair stylist to get a spectacular hairstyle or styling done.

Only after this can you think about makeup. It should ideally suit the image, every element of clothing and hairstyle.

Why regular makeup is not suitable for photography

It is a mistaken belief that everyday makeup is equally good for going to the office and for participating in a photo shoot. The camera will “expose” all skin defects, and at the same time “eat” about half the brightness of the makeup. Therefore, the light makeup that decorates you under normal conditions will look pale or completely unnoticeable in photographs. This is why you need a makeup artist: he knows the specific influence of the camera and studio light on makeup and will help you make your face look fresh, natural, and expressive at a photo shoot.

Should I pay a makeup artist or do everything myself?

Often girls prefer to do their own makeup for a photo shoot. Nowadays, you can change your appearance for the better using special programs with a step-by-step algorithm or training videos on YouTube and other portals. You should contact a professional stylist only when you are not confident in your own abilities. Still, it is better to trust a specialist than to conduct dubious experiments on the image and subsequently receive negative impressions from the photo shoot.

Immediately before shooting

So, the photographer has made an appointment for you, and you are ready to create cool and unusual makeup for a photo shoot. But first you need to:

• Wash and dry your hair thoroughly.
• Clean your face with special products; it is better to avoid applying cosmetics.
• There is no need to attempt a professional facial cleansing immediately before taking photos. This is done in advance. If you don't have time, refuse.
• Prepare the products that you use regularly. This rule is especially true for those with sensitive skin. If you are going to experiment with cosmetics, you risk an allergic reaction. You probably understand that redness and irritation on the skin will not improve your look.

Important: when creating makeup for a photo shoot, it is better to take some minimum indicators than to overdo it with something. An overly pretentious image lacks naturalness.

Makeup for a photo shoot in nature

1. Regardless of what color type you have, we apply the face tone in three stages, for this we select not one, but three. Of course, before applying any cosmetics, it is advisable to wash your face and remove excess fat. The first tone for the face, depending on what color type you have, should be as close as possible to your natural one, but it must be matte. Matteness of the face is a very important factor for any shoot. This is especially important when it is carried out in nature.
   The second tone should be lighter than the first; it is applied to the convex parts of the face (nose, forehead, cheeks) to give the required “volume” for the photo.

   The third tone is the darkest of all, it is used to “draw contours”: they emphasize the line in the area of ​​hair growth, apply it to the temples, to the cheekbones.

   The transition from light to dark must be carefully shaded. The finishing touch is to apply loose powder with a brush to remove shine.

2. We paint our eyes. Of course, the style and color scheme you choose depends entirely on what skin type you have. And it depends on what style you chose for photography. One more point: if the shooting is carried out outdoors, then try to avoid excess shine when choosing shadows. For indoor use, shiny shadows are allowed. In any case, the first thing people notice in a photo is the eyes. Therefore, no matter what makeup you choose for a photo shoot, you need to emphasize the magnetism and power of your eyes.
3. Eyebrows – we pay special attention to them. Without beautifully painted eyebrows, any makeup will negate your efforts: your color type and choice of image, of course, play a role when choosing the color of an eyebrow pencil.
4. Blush is a must-have makeup requirement for a photo shoot. If your skin type requires the use of makeup in cool tones, then we also choose the color of the blush in cool shades, regardless of whether the shooting takes place outdoors or indoors.
5. Lipstick and gloss. It is important not only to be guided by the range that suits your color type and choose the right shade. Stylists recommend choosing a color depending on the age of the model: the older the model, the darker the colors you can use. When choosing bright clothes for a photo shoot, it is recommended to use lipstick of the same color. But it is better to avoid very bright colors if the makeup should look natural. If your lips are not plump enough, it is better to correct them with a pencil.

Once the finishing touches are done, shooting can begin. But that's not all: if the weather is warm outside and you have a photo shoot outdoors, then summer makeup has its own secrets.

The mirror is the key to details

Girls who are used to doing their own makeup are confident that they can easily apply makeup for a photo shoot step by step, using special programs. Indeed, if the hands are skillful, the task is easily achieved, but only with the use of a mirror that has a large approximation. The fact is that modern cameras are capable of capturing an image in as much detail as possible. And, if you forgot to shade a tiny spot, it will be visible in the photo. With the help of a magnifying mirror, you will remove the smallest defects on your face and create the perfect image.

Makeup for photography - step by step

• So, makeup begins with eliminating dark circles under the eyes. To do this, gently apply a soft, creamy corrective foundation with light movements; the shade should be slightly lighter than your skin tone. However, if there is swelling under the eyes, then they are hidden with a darker shade of corrector.
• Skin unevenness and stubble are hidden by applying a denser foundation (for example, compact) that is the same tone as the skin or a little darker. It is convenient to use a sponge for this step. It is important to blend the cream thoroughly.
• To eliminate shine, especially on the forehead, nose, bald spot, the skin must be powdered with transparent powder. In case of excessive sweating, blot the skin with a napkin. You can also wipe your face with an alcohol-based toner or aftershave lotion.
• Hair should be neatly styled, but care must be taken not to get hairspray on your face.
• After completing the makeup, you definitely need to evaluate the person’s holistic appearance and check how he looks on the monitor. If necessary, minor changes are made to style and makeup.

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Key

The foundation must be applied to a previously cleansed face, even if you are creating creative makeup for a photo shoot. Ideally, you will need at least three tones:

1. The first has a skin-identical shade. It is applied to the entire face.
2. The second tone is a shade lighter than the first option. They need to treat the delicate area under the eyes, nose, forehead and chin.
3. The third tone is the darkest. It is used to treat the contour of the face and cheekbones. This tone allows you to correct their shapes, you can focus on the beautiful contour and emphasize its advantages.

Important: try to pay attention not only to the face, but also to the neck and décolleté areas. Apply foundation on these areas as well. If you don't do this, your face will look like it's wearing a mask in a professional photo.

Fashion trends

Designers and makeup artists are also imbued with the autumn mood, so fall fashion is painted in warm, beige, brown, burgundy, red and red colors - to match the fallen leaves .

Dark lipstick

One of the trends this fall is dark lipstick, which looks great on both pale and dark skin .

You can choose any dark shade of lipstick: burgundy, dark purple, wine red, brown-red, violet-black, and so on.

The trend also does not limit you to the choice of lipstick texture: glossy or matte texture – it’s up to you! The main highlight of this makeup is that the emphasis should be placed only on the lips, without focusing on the rest of the face.

It is recommended to cover your face with a light matte powder and lightly tint your eyelashes if necessary. Do not overload your makeup with smokey eyes, bright blush and lined cheekbones - dark lipstick will only get lost against their background .

Metal shadows

The golden autumn of 2020 also inspired stylists to create matching shadows.

Gold, bronze, metallic brown – feel free to use these shades in your eye makeup.

Preferences this season are given to both matte bronze shades and bright, golden glitter shadows. These shadows can be used both to create a bright evening smokey eye and for daytime makeup .

Delicate blush

No matter how much we love autumn, cold and windy weather still makes itself felt.

Banish the fall blues by adding warmth and coziness to your fall routine with a subtle peach or pink blush on your cheeks.

Such girlish shades on your face will instantly add liveliness and hide fatigue.

Bright matte smokey eye

For evening makeup, it is recommended to use the black smokey eye, which is loved by many.

To create such a bright and effective makeup, it is enough to apply matte black shadows to the moving eyelid and carefully blend with a brush; you can complement this makeup with another trend of this fall - graphic arrows , which can also be used solo.

The main thing is not to forget that when creating an emphasis on the eyes, it is not recommended to use bright lipstick.

The most difficult stage

Eyes are the mirror of the soul. A professional photographer is able to convey all the mysteries of the gaze, its sensuality. Therefore, proper eye makeup for a photo shoot is of utmost importance. To begin with, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with videos and master classes where cosmetics are applied specifically to this part of the face. Find out what secrets there are and what mistakes novice stylists make.

The choice of shadow application technique is key. To prevent them from rolling, pre-treat your eyelid, for example, with powder. You don’t need a lot of shades of shadows so as not to overload the image - three are enough. If you can't apply eyeshadow the way you initially want, avoid a too bright look. The most versatile option is pastel shadows. They look natural and are perfect for all ladies, regardless of eye shape and color.

If you want to make an interesting makeup for a photo shoot, then add shades of gold or chocolate. Black color is also suitable. And it’s better to avoid flashy bright burgundy and red shadows. Firstly, they are difficult to apply. It's easy to go overboard with saturation. Secondly, these colors are not suitable for many girls; they create an image with puffy eyes.

Here are some valuable tips:

• Carefully shade the transitions of shades between the eyelids.
• Create a stroke on the lower eyelid that is identical in shade to the previously applied shadows on the upper eyelid.
• To visually enlarge your eyes, use eyeliner.
• Lengthen your eyelashes with mascara or use false eyelashes.
• Avoid products that create glare and do not use miniature rhinestones.

Important: be sure to consider the location of the photo shoot.

• For a photo studio. It is advisable to choose bright makeup. If you don't apply enough eyeshadow, the look will end up dull and dull.
• In the fresh air. Choose lightweight makeup, the emphasis is on naturalness.

Option for the autumn ball

How to do bright makeup for an autumn ball? Alternatively, for the autumn ball you can dress up as the queen of autumn , doing bright makeup in autumn colors.

Tone:

1. Mask imperfections with concealer, apply foundation on top, highlight cheekbones, temples and jawline with bronzer, and highlight the convex parts of the face with highlighter and blend thoroughly.
2. Set your makeup with translucent powder . Use bronze blush to highlight your cheekbones.

Lipstick: While accentuating your eyes, don't accentuate your lipstick. Therefore, with a bright smokey eye, paint your lips with discreet lipstick in a natural shade.

You can experiment with your eyes as you like, the main thing is to stick to the autumn palette and don’t forget about glitter:

1. For a bright, outrageous look, take eyeshadow in three shades of light lemon, bright red, red-orange and brown.
2. Stretch from light lemon to bright red by applying the first shade to the inner corner of the eye and half of the eyelid, and the second shade to the outer corner of the eye and part of the upper eyelid. Blend all the colors so that there are no borders left.
3. For more contrast, add auburn to the corner of the eye and draw a liner along the upper eyelid, highlighting the liner with brown.
4. Line your eyes with black shadows at the top and bottom of the eye, and also draw arrows .
5. If your natural eyelashes are not particularly long and thick, then it is better to use false eyelashes . Here you can also stand out and use eyelashes with red feathers or rhinestones.

Alluring lips are an important element of the image

When applying makeup for a photo shoot with your own hands step by step, pay attention to your lips. Let's say right away that you need to give up flashy and too rich lipstick - it creates a daring, vulgar image, plus it adds a couple of extra years to the girl. The recently popular purple shade will also not work. Your teeth will appear yellowed in the photograph.

Make a choice in favor of natural shades. To give your lips a clear shape, it is advisable to use a special pencil. In addition, with its help you can easily enlarge your lips visually. As a final touch, you can use a light glitter.

Blush provides freshness

Never forget about blush. With their help, the face acquires freshness. You can easily correct the contour using blush. Let's consider two options:

Cold makeup. The best option is pink blush.

Warm makeup. A blush of a calm peach color would be suitable.

Important: for a photo shoot, they choose a richer blush. Do not forget that you are under the lens of professional photographic equipment. If there is not enough blush, the image will look dull and lack freshness in the photo.

Some final valuable tips

To make your photo shoot in Moscow a success, use the following recommendations:

• Give your eyebrows the desired shape a few days before your planned event. The day before the session, do not pluck your hair under any circumstances, otherwise the swelling will be recorded in photographs.
• Be sure to bring powder with you to refresh your look at any time if necessary.
• Discuss your preferred looks with the photographer in advance. Perhaps he will give some important recommendations that will allow you to create trendy makeup.

Photographer in Moscow Sergey Churnosov conducts cool and memorable photo sessions. You can consult with him about choosing makeup that is ideal for you. As a professional, he listens to the wishes of clients and gives valuable recommendations.

How to do makeup for a photo shoot

Makeup for a photo shoot is very different from daytime and even evening makeup. Read our material on how to apply makeup correctly so that you look your best in photographs.

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Makeup artists classify photo makeup as a separate subtype, and this is not without reason, since it has many features and nuances.

Features of makeup for a photo shoot

The very first feature

consists of careful treatment of the skin. The skin tone should be ideal, without any redness, inflammation or fine wrinkles. All these small imperfections can be easily hidden using a makeup base, foundation, corrector and concealer. If this is not done, the flash will further highlight skin imperfections.

Second feature

photo makeup - an abundance of powder. Oily shine is the biggest skin problem and is very noticeable in photographs. If the face is shiny, for example, in the T-zone, then the flash creates a highlight on the skin, which is very difficult to retouch. Therefore, very often photographers themselves periodically ask makeup artists to powder the model throughout the shoot.

Rich makeup is the third feature

make-up for a photo shoot. Photo makeup should be even more intense than evening makeup. The fact is that the flash “eats” more than 50% of the color saturation, and even makeup that looks very natural in the photo can appear very saturated in reality.

Preparing for makeup for a photo shoot

Makeup artists advise carefully preparing your skin for the upcoming photo shoot, since the better the condition and quality of your skin, the better the makeup will turn out.

To do this, 1-2 weeks before the photo shoot, it is recommended to undergo professional facial cleansing in a beauty salon. If you don’t have extra money for a cosmetologist, use various scrubs, peels and face masks at home.

3 days before your photo shoot, it is best to avoid the following foods:

- red meat

- alcohol

- caffeine

- spicy food

These products can make your skin oilier and cause your face to appear puffy and puffy.

You should also avoid creams containing alpha hydroxides and Retin-A. These ingredients help exfoliate the skin, which may be noticeable in photographs.

On the eve of a photo shoot before going to bed, it is best to avoid large amounts of liquid, as it can cause swelling in the eye area in the morning.

Makeup for a photo shoot

Before doing photo makeup, it is important to discuss with the photographer what lighting will be used. Light is a very important factor that affects the quality and beauty of pictures. Makeup artist Tatyana Kravchenko comments: “Daytime natural light is softer than artificial light. This means that the makeup should be softer - neat shading, smooth transitions, soft lines. Studio light is harsher, requiring rich colors and clear lines, sometimes even sharp ones. But since the photographer can achieve any lighting effect, it is better to discuss makeup with him in advance. Photographers try to avoid shooting on hot sunny days (flooding light is very specific), preferring sessions in cloudy weather - at this time the light is as “gentle” as possible, natural colors and shadows are preserved. The makeup looks great in these photos. Decorative cosmetics (especially foundation, powder and concealer) are best used with the HD mark - these are products that, with dense coverage, give the skin the most natural look, which is important when working with sensitive cameras.”

Face toning

Since the camera “sees” all the imperfections on the skin, the face must be very carefully toned. It is important not to forget to apply the foundation to all exposed areas of the skin - ears, neck, décolleté. The skin of the body should not contrast with the face.

Since oily shine on the skin is a big problem for a photographer and it greatly affects the beauty of photographs, a foundation should be chosen with a dense consistency and only with a matte finish.

Any foundation makes your face look flatter. To restore volume to it, use the sculpting technique (using powder 2 shades darker and highlighter).

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Eye makeup

Since the camera eats up the color intensity, eye makeup should be even more intense than you do even for evening makeup.

To ensure that the shadows do not crease, before applying them, use a special base for the shadows or dust your eyelids well, usually with powder.

For photo eye makeup, it is best to use matte shadows. Pearlescent shadows can give an unnecessary glare in the photo. It is also not advisable to use rhinestones and sparkles in eye makeup - they will create a white spot and ruin the photo.

In addition, makeup artists do not recommend using light, red and pale pink shades of eyeshadow. They can make the eyes appear expressionless and painful.

Soft, natural shades are best suited for a photo shoot: from beige to brown or even black.

It is important to line at least the upper eyelid with black eyeliner. A thin arrow will visually enlarge your eyes and create the impression of thick eyelashes.

Eyelashes should be as long and voluminous as possible. For a photo shoot, stylists recommend using false eyelashes.

Lip makeup

Makeup artists believe that it is necessary to use a pencil for lip photo makeup. It will help make the lip contour perfectly smooth.

Excess shine in the photo is undesirable, so it is recommended to use matte lipstick instead of lip gloss. You can choose any shade, but it is advisable that it be more saturated than what you use in life.

Despite the fact that for photo makeup you need to use a lot of cosmetics, such makeup should look neat and harmonious. Don't forget that photo makeup is done for a photo shoot, not for life, so don't be afraid of its intensity. With the right photo makeup, your face will look expressive, but quite natural.

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