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I had the privilege of being on set for two different projects over the last week. I LOVE being on a commercial set. Also, I LOVE getting my make up done by their professional make up artists.

One thing I started doing YEARS ago was ask the artists about the products they use and why. I was excite to learn what all has changed this time around. I was surprised that the oldies are still the goodies with a few updates I'll share.

First, Make up for camera is very different for make up for stage. Neither are the same for everyday. Make up for camera is much more subtle because the camera is right in your face. Light eye shadow, neutral lips, usually only eye shadow for eyeliner and it's very subtle.

Hair is also a it trickier because any flying frizz, tiny staticky piece, one grey root, show so bad!!!

Finally, no "dewy". Oil (shine is the enemy of camera.) I am always her "dewy" with terribly shiny skin for camera. Give me an hour on set and my skin will look like...