We’re on camera for all types of reasons in today’s world, making it common for people from all walks of life to seek tips on how to look good on camera. In terms of taking care of your skin for the best outcome on camera, we’ve got you covered in this post.
In today’s world, we use cameras and videos for tons of reasons. Whether we’re taking a selfie or photos with friends and family with our Smartphone, on a Zoom or video meeting for work, creating videos for our social media accounts, or having a professional photo done, we tend to want to look our best.
So, what skin care steps can you take daily to ensure you always look your best on camera?
We turn to San Antonio-based Aesthetician Amanda McMillan for some tried and true skincare video tips on how to look good on camera, regardless of why you need to.
How to Look Good on Camera
Here are some simple steps to help keep your skin looking it’s best for the camera for the long-term.
1. Cleanse and Exfoliate
McMillan suggests you cleanse and lightly exfoliate the skin to keep it looking fresh and bright. She suggests the SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating cleanser to improve tone and texture and reveal younger-looking skin.
2. Illuminate Skin with the Right Serum
“You also want to illuminate your skin with the right serum, such as the SkinMedica TNS Advanced+ Serum,” shares McMillan, “A high-quality, medical-grade serum, like the TNS Advanced+, helps to improve the appearance of coarse wrinkles, fine lines and overall tone and texture.”
3. Hydrate and Moisturize
It’s important to moisturize and hydrate the skin. Products with HA, or hyaluronic acid, help to replenish the skin’s HA, which is a naturally occurring substance in the skin that decreases overtime. HA is responsible for keeping the skin looking supple and smooth.
McMillan suggests HA5 Rejuvenating Hydrator serum to make the skin supple and smooth.
4. Use Eye Cream
Around the eyes are very delicate areas of the skin that require special attention and treatment. To ensure you’re taking care of this delicate skin, “Use Eye Cream like Instant Bright Eye Cream,” suggests McMillan, “Instant Bright helps to thicken and tighten skin, reduce puffiness, and camouflage dark circles around the eye area.”
5. Use UV Protection (to protect against Sun and Blue Light)
Sunscreen will help prevent sun damage to keep your skin looking its best over time. It’s vital to apply a sunscreen daily that offers broadband UV Protection dto protect against the sun’s rays, as well as blue light rays from devices like computers, tablets, and smartphones. Look for an SPF of at least 30 or higher.
McMillan also suggests a medical grade sunscreen with high percentages of zinc oxide and titanium dioxide for the best overall protection.
6. Use High Quality Make-Up
Anytime you’re applying products to your face, you want to ensure they’re high-quality, and that includes makeup. When selecting the best makeup for photos, avoid low-quality products can cause skin irritation, breakouts, and more.
Houston-based Aesthetician Krys Givens who also works for DermaTouch RN like McMillan, suggests that when choosing makeup, “it’s best to avoid ingredients like talc, glues, toxic metals, and formaldehyde.”
As a rule of thumb, anytime you’re trying a new product, it’s best to do a patch test on your inner arm 48 hours prior to choosing to use them on your entire face.
7. Cleanse and Treat Your Skin Nightly
Finally, to keep your skin in top shape, you need to cleanse and treat it nightly. This includes always removing make-up before bed and using a the appropriate skin care steps and regimen of cleansing, exfoliating, and hydrating, as outlined above.
McMillan adds, “Retinol, like SkinMedica’s Retinol Complex treatment, applied at night is an excellent way to improve texture and reduce pore size.”
Additional Tips for How to Look Good on Camera
- Get enough sleep. Sleep is essential to look and feel your best. Nurse Practitioner and Professional Injector Donna Lucarini shares, “Adults should get 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night. Sleep powers your mind and restores your body,” Lucarini continues, “Sleep hygiene is so important because it allows for your body to rest and restores your entire mind-body system, which includes your skin. Research is even now showing that a lack of 7 to 9 hours of quality sleep per night is tied to difficulty in losing weight for some patients.”
- Exercise regularly. During exercise, endorphins are released, which can improve your mood and overall well being. Also, it gets your blood flowing, which helps to keep your skin healthy and vibrant.
- Check out makeup tutorials. Along with skincare videos tips, you’ll find several videos that offer makeup tutorials with tips and tricks on how to look good on camera with the right makeup application.
To learn more about skincare and cosmetics tips, check out DermaTouch RN’s weekly blog.
Amanda McMillan, CCMA
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Laser Technician, CoolSculpting Specialist
Amanda has over a decade’s worth of experience in clinical and cosmetic Dermatology where she is constantly learning about new products and procedures using the latest technology to bring to her patients. She is known for her ability to focus and provide personalized attention to patients’ concerns, offering customized treatment plans, including tailored product regimens and in-office treatments. Amanda is also a specialized Laser Technician and CoolSculpting Specialist. Learn more about Amanda and the professionals she works with…
Krys Givens, MA
Krys Givens, MA
Krys Givens is a Houston-based Aesthetician with a long-standing passion for the beauty and wellness industry. As a lifelong learner who remains current on the best skin care products and treatments for her clients, she is driven by the desire to support patients in achieving their most confident and best self through proven aesthetic and cosmetic applications. Learn more about Krys and the team of professionals she works with.
Donna Lucarini, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Donna Lucarini is a Houston-based Nurse Practitioner and Advanced Practice Nurse at DermaTouch RN with a B.S. in Nursing from UT Health Science Center Houston, a Master’s from Chamberlain College of Nursing, and a B.S. in Psychology from Sam Houston State University.
Donna finds her work in women’s health most enjoyable, whether it be in preventative medicine or cosmetic care, with a compassionate perspective to help her patients look and feel their best. Donna works with both male and female patients to provide bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and injectable cosmetic treatments, like dermal fillers and Botox. Learn more about Donna and the team of professionals she works with.
DermaTouch RN offers minimally invasive and non-invasive treatments for men and women in Houston, San Antonio, Spring and Cypress, as well as the surrounding areas of Texas. We are the largest aesthetic practice in the Houston area, and all of our medical spa treatments are performed by a team of nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and aestheticians who receive continuing education to remain abreast of emerging treatments that benefit our patients. We invite you to learn more about our office before your consultation.
