Vendor Spotlight: Shameless Beauty: Prepare for professional makeup before photoshoot

Photos above are of professional makeup artist Marie Fredrickson by Suess Moments photographer

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This blog guide will explain how to prepare for professional hair and makeup services before a photoshoot. Some tips below are provided by NYC and NJ professional makeup artist, Marie of Shameless Beauty

 

About Marie (professional makeup artist at Shameless Beauty)

Do you know how some people claim, “I was born to be a teacher”? Like, they just know? Well, Marie literally came out of the womb with Chanel lipstick in hand ready to claim her name as a professional makeup artist and shameless in fashion.

Marie was born in Florida, grew up in Boring, Oregon (yes, it’s a real town), and moved to New Jersey in 2020. While living in Oregon, she got married, was diagnosed with breast cancer, gave birth to her little angel, beat cancer’s butt, started a salon, successfully sold it along with her house, and moved her family as far as possible from Oregon to start fresh in New Jersey. Since the 2020 move, she has been growing her @ShamelessBeauty_NYC brand as an NYC and New Jersey professional makeup artist.

Shameless Beauty is seen on

• NeuByrne 2022 campaign
• Island to the Eastside
• Selling the Hamptons: Bianca
• Designer Loft NYC

 

 

 

 

How to prepare for professional hair and makeup before a photoshoot

I asked professional makeup artist Marie from Shameless Beauty FAQ (frequently asked questions) that my photography clients/models ask before each photoshoot so they are prepared. Keep scrolling to discover tips to be prepared before professional makeup services.

Photos above are makeup looks by Marie Fredrickson and photographed by Suess Moments

 

Professional hair preparation FAQ

• Should I have dry or wet hair? 
  Dry & washed
• Should I wash my hair the night before a photoshoot?
  Yes
• Should I have any specific hair products in my hair before a photoshoot?
  No products, please
• What products will you use for my hair?
  Heat protectant, heat styler (ex; curling iron/blow dryer), hair spray, texture spray, dry finishing spray, shine spray, sometimes a gel to work through for texture purposes
• How will you be styling my hair?
  Depends on the look you’re going for. Generally, full bouncy curls are my personal recommendation for boudoir photography.
• Do you have a heat styling mat to protect the table it’s laying on?
  Yes

 Professional makeup preparation FAQ

• Should I wash my face with particular products before a photoshoot?
  Just a clean face is all you will need. Personal at-home products are fine, but please do not moisturize or add SPF
• Should I moisturize before a photoshoot?
  No, I will prep your face before applying makeup, including moisturizers
• What products do you use to prep my face with before makeup application?
  This varies by client. I have a variety of products and after assessing each client I will use high-end skincare products based on their skin needs.
• What should I wear as I get my hair/makeup glam done before a photoshoot?
  A tank top that’s easy to remove over the head is best. Sometimes I apply makeup on the collarbones and shoulders too.
• Where is the best place to set up a hair and makeup preparation station?
  Near a window with natural light. If natural light from a window is not available, I will provide light. The location will need to provide a table and barstool/directors chair. 
• Do you recommend providing makeup photo inspiration of the look I want?
  Yes, I love when a client shows me their vision
• Do you provide individual or strip lashes?
  I provide both
• Do you sanitize your brushes/products?
  Yes, after every use
• What style of makeup do you specialize in?
  Full glam with a glow finish #shameless

 

Information you need to provide to your hair and makeup artist before a photoshoot

• Does your hair curl easily?
• How long do you usually take to curl your hair?
• What hair type do you have – curly, straight, wavy, etc
• Share a recent headshot
• Do you wear makeup daily or sometimes or only for special occasions
• When you get dolled up for a wedding or special occasion, what style of makeup do you like most? Full glam, natural, or both
• Do you have lash extensions?
• Have you ever worn fake lashes before?
• Have ever had your makeup done professionally?
• Do you have sensitive, dry, oily, combination skin?
• Do you have any allergies or sensitivities to skin or hair products?
• Share a few make-up looks you like from Pinterest or @shamelessbeauty_nyc 
• If Marie is coming to your home to do your makeup look, please provide the address, parking info, and any instructions to get inside/contact you

 

6 things you should know about when booking a hair and makeup artist service

1. When looking at makeup inspiration, keep in mind your eye shape as compared with the inspiration. For instance, eyeliner and lashes look different on an almond shape eye vs a cat-eye shape eye.
2. Avoid sun and self-tanner before makeup application and a photoshoot
3. Let your makeup artist know if you don’t have the following:
   • On-site parking
   • Elevator
   • Stool
   • Window with natural light
   • Table for makeup/hair products
4. Please allow about 2 hours for full makeup glam and 1 hour for styling your hair. Each hair and makeup is different, so double-check with them.
5. Eliminate all possible distractions, this includes phone use, children, and pets.
   
6. Feeling shameless about the way you look is very important, so please do speak up if you have concerns. Rest assured, I will photoshop/retouch skin texture and blemishes in your photos. If you’re not used to glam makeup, request individual lashes instead of strip lashes to help make it look more natural than full glam with strip lashes. Adding lashes is necessary to make your eyes pop!

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How to contact Marie, makeup artist of Shameless Beauty

• Instagram @shamelessbeauty_nyc
• Email: mfredricksonnyc@gmail.com