Are you looking for some makeup tips for looking better in photos? Christmas is almost here and that means Mom and Grandma are sure to pull out their cameras and snap photo after photo. To prevent a cringe when you see the results, use these easy makeup tips for looking better in photos.
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1. Wear Blotting Powder to Cut the Shine
If you suffer from oily skin, it can look really bad in photos. Your forehead will be super shiny and will make your photo look washed out and weird. Trust me - I have had so many photos turn out like this. Before the camera clicks, put on some blotting powder to help soak up the shine and give you that matte look that is so beautiful.
Oh, I feel you! Christmas can be a long day. Make sure to prime your skin well, use setting spray, and opt for long-lasting formulas. Trust me, it's a lifesaver!
Keep it easy and cute! A soft smoky eye with a hint of sparkle, rosy cheeks, and a bold red lip can be both festive and effortless. You'll look stunning in pics!
Great question! Define your brows and lashes, use a highlighter on points like your cheekbones, and don't skip the blush. Plus, a little contour can add dimension and make your features pop!
Sonia's little secret—contouring! Use a matte bronzer along your jawline and blend well. It can create the illusion of a more defined chin. You got this!
Think dewy skin, soft pinks or nudes on the eyelids, and a nude or peachy lip. It's perfect for a low-key look that still feels special!
2. Fill in Lines with Primer
You don't want everyone on your Christmas card list to see all your wrinkles, right? So fill them in with primer. Experts say to opt for a good quality primer for better results. All you have to do is rub it on your face and it helps smooth things out so that you can take a fabulous photo. Bonus! Primer also helps your makeup last longer.
Oh, I feel you! Christmas can be a long day. Make sure to prime your skin well, use setting spray, and opt for long-lasting formulas. Trust me, it's a lifesaver!
Keep it easy and cute! A soft smoky eye with a hint of sparkle, rosy cheeks, and a bold red lip can be both festive and effortless. You'll look stunning in pics!
Great question! Define your brows and lashes, use a highlighter on points like your cheekbones, and don't skip the blush. Plus, a little contour can add dimension and make your features pop!
Sonia's little secret—contouring! Use a matte bronzer along your jawline and blend well. It can create the illusion of a more defined chin. You got this!
Think dewy skin, soft pinks or nudes on the eyelids, and a nude or peachy lip. It's perfect for a low-key look that still feels special!
3. Dust Some Bronzer around Your Face
Bronzer, when strategically placed, can help frame your face and make you lovely. It also works to take the focus off areas you don't want to be noticed, like your forehead. Keep the bronzer just on the perimeter of your face for the best results.
Oh, I feel you! Christmas can be a long day. Make sure to prime your skin well, use setting spray, and opt for long-lasting formulas. Trust me, it's a lifesaver!
Keep it easy and cute! A soft smoky eye with a hint of sparkle, rosy cheeks, and a bold red lip can be both festive and effortless. You'll look stunning in pics!
Great question! Define your brows and lashes, use a highlighter on points like your cheekbones, and don't skip the blush. Plus, a little contour can add dimension and make your features pop!
Sonia's little secret—contouring! Use a matte bronzer along your jawline and blend well. It can create the illusion of a more defined chin. You got this!
Think dewy skin, soft pinks or nudes on the eyelids, and a nude or peachy lip. It's perfect for a low-key look that still feels special!
4. Mix Your Concealer with Your Foundation
To avoid bright white areas under your eyes that only show up when the camera flashes, combine concealer with foundation. This gives you the both of best worlds because you cover dark circles or blemishes, while also evening your skin tone and creating a flawless complexion.
Oh, I feel you! Christmas can be a long day. Make sure to prime your skin well, use setting spray, and opt for long-lasting formulas. Trust me, it's a lifesaver!
Keep it easy and cute! A soft smoky eye with a hint of sparkle, rosy cheeks, and a bold red lip can be both festive and effortless. You'll look stunning in pics!
Great question! Define your brows and lashes, use a highlighter on points like your cheekbones, and don't skip the blush. Plus, a little contour can add dimension and make your features pop!
Sonia's little secret—contouring! Use a matte bronzer along your jawline and blend well. It can create the illusion of a more defined chin. You got this!
Think dewy skin, soft pinks or nudes on the eyelids, and a nude or peachy lip. It's perfect for a low-key look that still feels special!
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5. Jazz up Your Eyebrows
Eyebrows don't always look as defined in photos as they do in real life, so experts suggest using a brow pencil to give them the perfect shape and color. Practice this before the photo so you know you've gotten it right before you get the Christmas cards in the mail.
Oh, I feel you! Christmas can be a long day. Make sure to prime your skin well, use setting spray, and opt for long-lasting formulas. Trust me, it's a lifesaver!
Keep it easy and cute! A soft smoky eye with a hint of sparkle, rosy cheeks, and a bold red lip can be both festive and effortless. You'll look stunning in pics!
Great question! Define your brows and lashes, use a highlighter on points like your cheekbones, and don't skip the blush. Plus, a little contour can add dimension and make your features pop!
Sonia's little secret—contouring! Use a matte bronzer along your jawline and blend well. It can create the illusion of a more defined chin. You got this!
Think dewy skin, soft pinks or nudes on the eyelids, and a nude or peachy lip. It's perfect for a low-key look that still feels special!
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6. Swipe on Lip Liner on the Bow and Corners of Your Lips
If you don't typically use lip liner, you may want to change that for your Christmas card photos. By outlining the bow and the corners of your lips with liner, you give them definition and this will stand out in a good way when you have your holiday photos taken.
Oh, I feel you! Christmas can be a long day. Make sure to prime your skin well, use setting spray, and opt for long-lasting formulas. Trust me, it's a lifesaver!
Keep it easy and cute! A soft smoky eye with a hint of sparkle, rosy cheeks, and a bold red lip can be both festive and effortless. You'll look stunning in pics!
Great question! Define your brows and lashes, use a highlighter on points like your cheekbones, and don't skip the blush. Plus, a little contour can add dimension and make your features pop!
Sonia's little secret—contouring! Use a matte bronzer along your jawline and blend well. It can create the illusion of a more defined chin. You got this!
Think dewy skin, soft pinks or nudes on the eyelids, and a nude or peachy lip. It's perfect for a low-key look that still feels special!
7. Wear a Little More Blush than Usual
Your makeup won't be as dark or defined on camera, so it's fine to wear just a bit more than usual. This is especially true when it comes to your blush. Swirl on a little more than usual to brighten your cheeks and make them perfect for photos.
How many Christmas cards are you sending out this year? Will you include a photo?
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Nicky: Very interesting article love to read again and again
Wendy: Many. Family's first Christmas. Of course, I will be including a picture. My son will be turning double digits in 4 days. How exciting!! 10 months old!!! Sound he will turn the BIG 1...Ah doesn't time fly...Feel like yesterday gave birth to my little precious boy and look how far we came Wow it's AMAZING!!! Happy Holidays🎁
Wendy: Soon he will be turning* exuse me for the mistake oops it hapens
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