The Benefits of Professional Hair and Makeup Recommendations for Photography Sessions in Melbourne
- Alana Taylor
- 16 hours ago
- 4 min read
When preparing for a professional photoshoot, many clients focus on outfits, styling, and location — but one of the most impactful decisions you can make is having your hair and makeup professionally done. While it’s never a requirement, professional hair and makeup can significantly elevate the final result of your images and, just as importantly, how you feel during your session.
A photoshoot is often about marking a meaningful chapter — maternity, newborn, family milestones, or personal branding. Feeling confident, relaxed, and polished allows you to be present in the moment, and that translates beautifully on camera.
Confidence Changes Everything on Camera
One of the biggest benefits of professional hair and makeup is confidence. When your hair is styled and your makeup is applied to suit both you and the camera, you’re less likely to worry about how you look and more likely to relax into the experience.
Professional artists understand how to enhance your natural features without making you feel overdone or unlike yourself.
This confidence shows in posture, expression, and connection — all things that can’t be fixed later in editing.
Makeup for Photography Is Different to Everyday Makeup
Makeup that looks great in real life doesn’t always translate the same way on camera. Professional makeup artists are trained to apply makeup specifically for photography, accounting for lighting, lenses, and how features can appear flattened or washed out in photos.
A professional application helps:
Balance skin tone
Reduce shine and redness
Define eyes and features subtly
Create a polished but natural finish
The result is makeup that photographs softly and evenly, without looking heavy or unnatural.
Hair Styling Creates a Cohesive, Finished Look
Hair plays a major role in how polished an image feels. Flyaways, uneven curls, or hair that falls flat can distract from an otherwise beautiful photo.
Professional hair styling ensures your hair:
Holds its shape throughout the session
Frames your face in a flattering way
Complements your outfit and the overall styling
Looks intentional and refined in every angle
This is especially helpful for longer sessions, outdoor shoots, or sessions involving movement, such as family or maternity photography.
Less Stress, Less Rushing, More Enjoyment
On the day of your photoshoot, the last thing you want is to feel rushed, flustered, or worried about getting everything “just right.” Booking professional hair and makeup removes a layer of stress and allows you to start your session feeling calm and looked after.
Many clients find that having hair and makeup done feels like a moment of pause — time to sit, relax, and mentally prepare for the session ahead.
Timeless Results You’ll Love Long-Term
Professional hair and makeup tends to age better over time. Trends come and go, but a clean, well-balanced, professionally applied look ensures your images still feel beautiful and relevant years from now.
This is particularly important for milestone sessions where images may be displayed in your home, shared with family, or kept as long-term keepsakes.
You Still Look Like You
A common concern is looking “too done” or not recognising yourself in your photos. A skilled hair and makeup artist works with your natural features, skin tone, and personal style to enhance rather than transform.
The goal is not to change how you look — it’s to help you look like the most polished, well-rested version of yourself.
Is Professional Hair and Makeup Right for Everyone?
Professional hair and makeup is entirely optional. Some clients love doing their own, and that’s perfectly fine. Others choose to book a professional for special sessions or milestones.
There’s no right or wrong choice — it’s simply about what helps you feel your best and most comfortable in front of the camera.
Hair and Makeup Recommendations for Photography Sessions in Melbourne
Professional hair and makeup isn’t about perfection — it’s about confidence, ease, and creating images that reflect how you want to remember this moment in your life. When you feel good, it shows, and those feelings are captured just as much as the image itself.
If you’re considering professional hair and makeup for your photoshoot and would like recommendations or guidance on timing and style, feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to help you plan a session that feels relaxed, enjoyable, and beautifully you.
If you’d like professional hair and makeup for your photoshoot, I’ve put together a quick page with my trusted recommendation — including who I suggest, what to book, and how to plan it around your session time. You can view my hair and makeup recommendations for photography sessions in Melbourne here.
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Alana Taylor Photography is a boutique newborn, baby and cake smash photography studio in Melbourne, based in Clyde and welcoming families from Melbourne’s South-East and surrounding suburbs. With years of hands-on experience and a calm, baby-led approach, Alana is known for creating a relaxed session experience and delivering timeless, beautifully edited images that families will treasure for years. Specialising in Newborn Photography, Maternity Photography, Baby & Kids Photography, and Cake Smash Photography, every session is thoughtfully styled, safety-focused, and tailored to your family.
