Photogenic Makeup Tips

There are many sources to help you learn how to apply makeup. However, not all makeup is photogenic. A camera captures light and color slightly different than our eyes.

You can greatly enhance your natural beauty with some simple knowledge.
Hiring a makeup artist is not absolutely necessary. With some practice you can do a great job yourself and it is a valuable skill to learn for daily application. Start out by visiting makeup counters and have them show you how to apply foundation and color. The following are some tips of mine on specific items; at the end of the article I have included some of my favorite products.

*Sparkles - While beautiful in real life sparkly makeup and powders will show up in photographs as little white specks on your skin. Keep this in mind if you wish to avoid white specks on your cheeks, cleavage and eyes. Most "shimmery" eye shadows photograph well as long as they do not contain glitter.

*Blush - A hint of color on your cheeks will add a beautiful glow. But remember to apply lightly; it's easier to digitally add a little color than it is to take it away. Have a salesperson at a cosmetic counter or a makeup artist show you how to use blush to contour your face and always keep in mind a little goes a long way.

*Eyes - Use a light hand when lining your lower lashes. A heavy line is not flattering and you don't want it to smudge; this would create shadows under your eyes. Practice using powder and a very fine brush either wet or dry. This gives the most natural results with just the right amount of enhancement. Use mascara that matches your hair and complexion. Be careful not to apply so much that your lashes become clumpy. Clumps will show in close up pictures and are extremely difficult to fix digitally.