Use a heavier hand when applying blush on certain photo days to get better images

Makeup artist Jenny Patinkin informed Self that a big mistake people often make is not being tough enough with their blush on big photo days like weddings. She explained, “I tell brides that you want to wear 20 percent more blush than you would on a normal day because you want to even out the highlights.” Patinkin elaborated, “If you don’t wear enough blush, you can lose dimension in the cheeks. “

Of course, a common mistake when applying blush is also using too much, so there’s a middle range to aim for here. Start with less than you think you’ll need, take a few photos to see if it’s what you want, then add more until you get the look you want. Make sure you have the right brush shape for your blush too, and bring both with you when you go out so you can touch up your makeup throughout the day.