Tips for Women's Headshot and Portrait Session - Skincare
Once you know you need new photos, the professional headshot and portrait preparation process can easily feel overwhelming at first. So I'm breaking down all of the tips and tricks I've learned after photographing thousands of people to make it easier with my tips for women to look and feel their absolute best.
As an English speaking photographer in Madrid, I'm lucky to have clients from all around the world and I have the change to meet and photograph so many people from different backgrounds and cultures. I've photographed people from more than 40 different countries!
Here are some of my top tips to help ensure your professional headshot experience is smooth and enjoyable.You can read the whole series here or you can go straight to the area that you need help!
What To Wear For A Women's Headshot Session
Makeup Tips For Women's Headshots and Portraits
How should I style my hair for a women's headshot and portrait session?
First Things First
Before stepping in front of the camera for your photo session, it’s crucial to consider who will be viewing your headshots and what impression you want to leave on them. It may sound like overkill, but using your phtots to accomplish your goals is powerful tool! Here is the one question I ask all of my clients before we step in front of the camera.
In all of my session we will explore multiple looks to include a more formal, semi formal and relaxed looks for your headshots so you can see in real time how different they can look and feel sand we will decide to gather with ones are right for you.
Let's Talk General Skin & Beauty Techniques
Taking care of your skin is good life advice in general :)
When it comes to preparing for a headshot photo shoot, taking care of your skin is extremely helpful to get the best look in front of the camera.
Skincare during the week of your headshot is especially important! Since a headshot is all about the face it’s important to get rest, take care of your skin and stay hydrated leading up to your headshot appointment! It helps preparing mentally too. Arriving organized and relaxed helps you look more confident on camera.
How do you care for your skin and face the week of the photoshoot?
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Stay hydrated - Drink plenty we mean PLENTY of water the week of your headshot. Skin keeps our body and skin happy and hydrated.
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Light Exercise - Helps keep you skin vibrant, your mind focused and it will help you feel more confident during the session.
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Wax a few days before - If you need to wax any hair on your face including your eyebrows, try to make an appointment the week before your headshot. Skin can be very sensitive and can stay red in the waxed areas for a few days. AVOID waxing the day before or the day of your headshot.
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Treat yourself to a facial - We all love and deserve to be pampered. What better way to treat yourself than to a facial to make sure your skin is beautiful and perfect. If you decide to get a facial, please make sure to get it the week before your headshot. You never know how your skin will react to products and it needs a few days to fully recover.
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Exfoliate - Just like getting a facial, exfoliation should be done at least a few days before your headshot to avoid redness of the skin.
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Moisturize - We are confident that you have your beauty routine down and know what you are doing. This is just a friendly reminder to love your skin extra the week of your headshot and use lots of moisturizer. You can even look into a moisturizer mask. don't experiment with it right before your photoshoot. Try it at least one time a few weeks before to avoid braking out or skin changes. * Pro Tip: dont forget your lips! Dry, cracked, flaky lips take away from your best!
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Rest - This may be the hardest one, especially if you travel a lot or have kids! You want to look rested, confident and energized in your headshot. Try to go to bed earlier the day before your headshot to make sure you at least get your 8 hours of sleep the 3-4 days before your session.
Let's Capture The Perfect Headshot!
Working with a me to capture the perfect headshot is an art, and working with professional photographers, including a professional headshot photographer, like me, is key to achieving a high-quality, professional image.
A top professional photographer brings expertise, experience, personality, and the right equipment to the table, ensuring that your headshots showcase your personality and style effectively. This is why I created adn shared this headshot tips for women guide.
I take the time to understand your goals and vision, helping you feel comfortable and relaxed during the photo shoot. Be clear about how you plan to use your headshots so the beauty team and I can guide styling and expression accordingly.
Throughout the session, I guide you through different poses, expressions, and lighting setups to capture a range of looks and styles, including angling your body instead of facing the camera straight on, rolling your shoulders back, and leaning slightly toward the camera. Subtle eye and mouth expressions can soften the eyes and help convey real emotions. As skilled photographer, we can also work with studio setups or natural light to create flattering results.
By collaborating with a professional photographer like Aaron Jean Photography, you can be confident that your headshots will be:
- FUN
- Comfortable
- Highest Quality
- Best Photo and Lighting Equipment
- Feel polished, not perfect
- Approachable
- True to Your Personality
- The Best Headshots in Madrid!
Preparing for your headshot could feel like a lot of work but hopefully this Tips For Professional Headshots For Women guide will help you a lot.
Now, let's shoot!
What My Clients Say about our session together
“Aaron - The photos look amazing! I think you captured just what I was looking for. For your information- we did these shoots in 2 other countries. One country the client hated, and the other one they didn't love. But they are raving about your images. So very nicely done and a pleasure working with you.”
“Hi Aaron - I never thought I would actually be looking forward to seeing my pictures, but what an absolutely incredible job you have done! I am so grateful-these came out so much better than I ever thought possible!!”
“I highly recommend Aaron for professional headshot photography. Aaron recently took headshots for our global management team, and the entire experience was above expectations.”
“He made what could have been an awkward or uncomfortable process feel fun and effortless, helping to ease any embarrassment or hesitation. Aaron was incredibly responsive, kind, and sensitive to everyone's needs, ensuring that every individual felt confident and comfortable in front of the camera.”
“The results were fantastic, high-quality photos that truly captured the professionalism and personality of our team. If you're looking for a photographer who combines talent, professionalism, and a great attitude, Aaron is the perfect choice!”