Make up tips for Senior Portraits

                                                                           

There are so many elements that go into senior portraits. Outfit choices, location choices, props to bring. Another element is how to do your make up for your session.

Your Senior photos are used for a TON of announcements and prints, so having your makeup right is a must! Here is your guide to make sure they are perfect:

• Keep it natural

You want to look like YOU! This is not the time to go buy hundreds of dollars in new makeup to try for the day. You never know how your skin will react to something new. In general, stick to matte colors that arent too dark or sparkly.

• Wear blush and lipstick

This is especially important if you arent used to wearing a lot of makeup, because Its very easy to look washed out on camera. Add some peachy blush to the apple of your cheeks, light pink or nude lipstick, and an extra coat of mascara! This will make your eyes pop!

Pro Tip: Do a trial run before the portrait day! Do your makeup, try on a couple outfits, go outside and have someone snap a photo with a flash and without the flash. This wont perfectly replicate what your photographer can do, but then youll be able to make sure everything looks how you want it to!

• Avoid products with SPF

Sunscreen products very easily wash you out, Its best to just leave those products out for the day. The last thing we want is for you to have a Ghostface!

• Use primer

• Eye primer, foundation primer, the whole 9! Especially if you dont have smooth skin to begin with from acne or scarring, this will make your skin appear more smooth and fresh.

• Feeling lost?

Dont be afraid to hire a makeup artist! Make yourself a pinterest board of senior photos and makeup you like, so they can work with your photographer to get you the look you want!

Professional hair and make up services are offered in our top package, so there is no extra hassle for you!

When you follow these simple makeup dos and donts during your senior photo shoot, you are guaranteed to have photos that you will always LOVE. Are you ready to book your senior portrait session? If so click here.  https://www.parkyspics.com/seniors/