In the professional world, headshots often make the first impression. Given this fact, it’s only natural that you’d want your pictures to capture you looking healthy, happy, and glowing with confidence. In a city like New York, it’s important to look your professional best.
This guide is sure to help you in preparation for professional headshots in New York. Keep reading for the top five tips.
- Give Yourself Time to Create Better Eating Habits
The more nutrient-dense food you eat the better nourished your cells will be. In the weeks prior to your headshots take inventory of your food choices. For natural radiance, add lots of Vitamin A to your diet. Sweet potatoes and carrots are a great source. The beta-carotene will naturally bring a warm glow to your skin. Don’t go too crazy though, I once turned slightly orange overdoing this practice!
Also, did you know most of us are overfed but underwatered? With that in mind, remember to stay hydrated. Consider the ideal of drinking half your body weight in ounces of water.
Scale Back on Sugar! While everyone needs a little sweetness in their life, sugar is often consumed in excess. Sugar contributes to a glycation form of inflammation that speeds up the signs of aging, and increases acne.
- Explore Exercise that Excites You
If you view working out as an unwanted chore, you’ll never stick with it. Find a form of exercise that appeals to you and weave it into your daily life. Whether it’s a grounding yoga class, brisk aerobic walks, or strengthening weight training, somewhere out there is a form of exercise you’ll look forward to most days. Don’t overdo it; often 30 minutes is enough to see and feel a difference.
- Sensational Skin
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need a 12-step skincare routine to get your skin glowing. In the weeks leading up to your photoshoot:
Gently exfoliate 1 to 2 times per week to buff away any dull skin and encourage cell turnover, also moisturize regularly to keep your skin looking and feeling soft and hydrated.
If you’ll be wearing make-up, stick with creamy satin finishes as opposed to dull matte makeup or garish glitter. If your glow game still needs a little extra help, you can apply a light highlighter on cheekbones, temples, and brow bones.
- Color
The colors you wear matter. Stick with those that complement and enhance the natural undertones of your skin and eyes, and avoid those colors that make you look washed out. If you’re uncertain, you can always enlist the color wheel and the help of a trusted friend. In addition to enhancing your appearance, color can also bring out your personality; this infuses your photoshoot with some self-expression. Will you choose jewel tones, earth tones, pastels, or neutrals? The options are plentiful!
- Light up the Room
Lighting can make or break photos. The most flattering light tends to be that of the sun. Whether it’s the bold and bright daytime sunlight or the candle-lit glow of golden hour pictures, your photographer can help you choose what will work best.
Good headshots aren’t about perfection, they’re about showing up as the best version of who you are and sharing that with others. With a little care and intention, you can go into your photo shoot ready to grace the camera with your presence.
