Makeup for photography-heavy events (esp. weddings)

Couturegrl

Couturegrl

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Apr 24, 2006
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#1
Are there any brands that are best for events where you will be professionally photographed a lot at? Like weddings, etc.?

I read that LORAC and Smashbox were the best brands (since they were specifically created for celebs/photoshoots)...but I thought I would consult with the ladies on this forum as well!

Also, I just purchased the La Mer Translucent Loose Powder (which I LOVE) but will it show up as too sparkly/shimmery in photographs?

Also, are there any special makeup tips/tricks if most of the photography will be in black and white or sepia?

THANKS! :heart:
 
#2
I would go a little heavy on makeup...sometimes it doesn't show up in photos. Stay away from light colors like peaches etc. I don't know too much about brands, but anything highly pigmented like MAC eyeshadows should work fine.
 
#3
You do not want to use too much shimmer or sparkle when photographs will be taken. Black and white photography calls for more contouring and shading/highlighting with the makeup.
 
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#4
I did a professional photoshoot when I was pregnant with my daughter. My makeup artist/friend used MakeUp Forever High Definition Foundation and powder and I was very happy with the results.
 
#5
Yep, I agree with the other ladies. Will you be doing your own makeup? if I am not mistaken MAC started out as makeup designed for theatrical use, which is why it is so pigmented. I have been told that when you get your makeup done by them it looks fantastic in photos.
 
#7
As far as blush goes, I suggest Nars. MAC fades on me by the end of the day, but Nars has exceptional staying power. It lasts from 7am until I take it off late at night.

MAC eyeshadow is great, as long as you use a good primer. UD is pretty good. If you want to seal in your eyeshadow and eyeliner, use Make Up For Ever's Eye Seal. I use that when I really want to seal in my makeup for events or occassions (like when I do theatrical type looks - like Cleopatra on Halloween :tup:)

I also find Nars to have better staying power in terms of lipsticks. To prime your lips and keep the color true, I use Guerlain's KissKiss Liplift first.

The MUFE HD line is awesome, I have the primer, foundation, and powder. In pictures, my skin looks so flawless, it's like I have porcelain for skin.

hope that helps!
 
#8
Wow thanks guys!!! So helpful! :smile:

So it looks like the consensus is to go with MUFE and/or MAC and use NARS blush.

My skin is super dry...do you still recommend going this route?

Also, what about the "airbrush" foundations you can get done at a lot of salons now?
 
#11
^You definitely want to get a trial first. That is the only way you will know if the artist can work with you. Good luck. I'm sure you'll look gorgeous!
 
#15
Hi:smile: Makeup Forever, definitely. I love their concealer although they have very limited shades. I have also heard wonderful things about Ben Nye makeup, but that may be more for theater. I have yet to try anything, but their pigments, e/s, and loose powder are supposed to be amazing (among other things) and at drugstore prices (or lower). It can be hard to find though.
I love Mac fluidlines for eyeliner that will last forever. Mac MSFs give a natural shimmer.....hmm I'll post here if I think of anything else.
 
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