The holidays are full of cozy gatherings, twinkling lights, and a whole lot of photos! And let’s be honest: sometimes the camera doesn’t feel quite as kind to us as it did in our twenties. But here’s the good news: you don’t need filters or hours of prep to look amazing in your holiday photos. With the right skincare, flattering makeup, and a few strategic tips, you can feel confident, camera-ready, and completely yourself when capturing that holiday magic with these key tips for holiday photos!
This guide is all about helping women over 35 feel beautiful, radiant, and holiday photo ready with clean, skin-loving products from two top beauty brands: Seint and Oliveda.
Start with a Radiant Skincare Base
Makeup can only do so much if your skin is dry, dull, or irritated. Healthy, hydrated skin is the secret to looking lit-from-within in photos.
So to get your skin holiday photo ready, here are a few simple tips:
- Exfoliate the night before. Try a gentle exfoliator or enzyme-based mask to smooth and brighten. your skin.
- Hydrate deeply. Apply Oliveda F86 Hyaluronic Face Serum for intense plant-based hydration.
- Seal it in. Follow with Oliveda’s F63 Cell Active Face Oil and one of their face creams to lock in moisture.
- Eye Care. And don’t for get your eyes! An eye serum and cream will de-puff, smooth, and brighten the under eyes making your eyes pop (in the best of ways) in all of your holiday photos!
Use Cream-Based, Light-Reflecting Makeup
Wearing the right kind of makeup will make all the difference in how your holiday photos turn out! The key is to focus on the formulation. Powders can settle into fine lines and make skin look flat or dry in photos. Liquids will often do the same thing.
This is why I always recommend cream-based products. Creams are the #1 foundation formulation used by professional makeup artists… and for good reason! Cream-based makeup melts into the skin, creating a smooth, natural finish with just the right amount of glow. High quality cream products won’t settle into the fine lines and wrinkles, but will instead go on like a second skin that moves with your face for a stunning, youthful, and polished finish.
If you’re looking for a high quality, photo-ready cream foundation that won’t break the bank, Seint is your answer. It’s easy application and customizable compacts make it ideal for professionals and newbies alike!
With Seint’s IIID Foundation Palette, you can get your highlight, contour, and blush all in one compact! Seint’s IIID Foundation is designed to enhance your natural beauty without looking heavy. You can even purchase a pre-build starter set or get a free custom color match to find your perfect shades!
And if you want to take your “glow to the next level in your holiday photos, be sure to grab on of Seint’s Illuminators. When you apply it to the tops of your cheekbones, cupid’s bow, and under brows, it can give you a for a lit-from-within effect!
And as a little added tip, be sure to press in your makeup and pickup any excess product with the Seint Perfector Sponge for a seamless, photo-friendly finish!
Brighten Eyes and Define Brows
In photos, eyes can get lost without definition. A well-shaped brow and some eye brightening go a long way, especially as we age.
Here are a few tips for holiday photos when it comes to your eye makeup and your brows:
- Use a neutral shimmer in the inner corner of your eye and on the lid to lift and brighten.
- Apply brown or charcoal eyeliner close to the lash line for subtle definition. A dark eyeshadow works great for this. It adds definition without being too harsh.
- Lightly fill in brows, and flick the tail slightly upwards to frame the face and lift the eye area.
- Be sure to skip heavy eye liner or too dark of a shade on your brows. Both of these things can age you in photos.
Choose Lip Colors That Lift and Light
Dark, matte lipsticks can be aging. Instead opt for soft, hydrating formulas in rose, berry, or peachy tones to instantly brighten your whole face. Seint offers some excellent lip options, including lip oils, lip tints, and lip colors that double as a blush for a cohesive finished look!
Finish with Dewy Setting Spray and Posture Magic
A setting spray keeps makeup fresh and in place, but your posture is what brings it all home in a photo. So here are some final tips for holiday photos that will make all the difference:
- Use Seint’s Setting Spray after you apply your makeup to lock everything in and add a subtle glow.
- Before the photo, roll your shoulders back, elongate your neck, and slightly tilt your chin down.
It may feel weird, but the result? Elegant, relaxed, and flattering. And don’t forget to turn slightly to your side, place your hand on your hip to add some angles, and pop out your leg just a bit for the most flattering angle!
Bonus: Pre-Photo Touch-Up Essentials
It’s best to always come prepared. So be sure to keep a few last minute touch up items in your clutch or purse for some last-minute magic:
- Seint Lip + Cheek for easy touch-ups
- Oliveda Facial Mist for a hydration refresh
- Mini beauty sponge to dab away any shine or creasing
A lot can happen between getting ready and snapping those holiday photos. So plan ahead so you can feel and look your very best once the cameras get pulled out!
Tips for Holiday Photos Because You Deserve to Feel Beautiful in Every Photo
You don’t need a professional photographer or a 10-step contour routine to look amazing this holiday season. All you need are a few smart products, a little glow, and the confidence that comes from taking care of yourself.
You may be over 35, but you’re just getting started. So let your beauty shine in every frame!
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