How to Keep Your Face From Sweating for Pictures

Weddings and special occasions call for sweat-free photos.

Whether you’re taking portrait photos for a special occasion or posing for active, outdoor shots, a shiny, sweaty face is the last thing you want captured on film. Prepare for a photo shoot to avoid a drippy appearance, and let your smile be the focal point of your pictures.

Things You'll Need

• Facial cleansing wipes
• Blotting papers
• Mineral water spray
• Waterproof makeup
• Mineral-based powder
• Drinking water

Instructions

1. Use gentle facial cleansing wipes to wipe off sweat and excess oil. Wipes that fit in a purse or your pocket can have a cooling effect.

2. Spritz your skin with a travel-size mineral water spray. The spray will cool you down and make your face look dewy, not sweaty.

3. Wipe away sweat with oil-blotting papers. Cover your clean face with a mineral-based powder.

4. Sweat-proof your face with waterproof makeup. A light face primer, followed by an oil-free base makeup created specifically for high definition photography is best for withstanding hot spotlights. Make sure you follow up with crease-proof, creamy shadow and waterproof mascara to avoid makeup pooling up into a sweaty, messy puddle of color.

5. Drink plenty of water. Water keeps your skin and the rest of your body hydrated.

Tips & Warnings

• Adding an ice cube to the back of the neck or top of the head can instantly cool you down and help control sweating.

• Avoid caffeine and nicotine, two nasty items that are not only bad for your health, but also increase sweat production.

References

• Elle: Stop Excessive Sweating With These Skin Care Tips
• Allure: Summer Proof Your Makeup

Resources

• Bella Sugar: Sweat Proof Makeup