BEAUTY RETOUCHES

casting | photo-shoot art direction | image re-touch & manipulation

For editing beauty photos, a tailored approach is essential for each type of image. The first group are natural beauty shots, while the second showcases creative, special effects makeup.

For natural beauty editing, I focus is on refining the skin to smooth and remove minor blemishes, enhancing the glow for a soft, radiant appearance, and subtly brightening the eyes and lips, while maintaining the lip product and color qualities. Color correction and lighting adjustments are used to create depth and balance while maintaining natural tones.

For special effects makeup editing, the emphasis is on amplifying the textures and sharpening areas with intricate detailing. Bold colors are saturated to enhance drama, while contrasts are fine-tuned to create a striking appearance. Detail refinement focuses on adding depth to shadows and highlights, especially on metallic surfaces. The eyes are sharpened, with optional adjustments to intensify the sclera for a more dramatic effect. Contrast and shadow work are key to achieving an intense, bold look.

Both editing strategies prioritize maintaining the essence of each look—natural elegance in the beauty shots and bold creativity in the special effects images—while enhancing visual impact.