Makeup for Zoom: The 11 Best Makeup Products for Video Calls

This post will teach you everything you need to know about makeup for zoom, with a list of our favorite makeup products for video calls.

If there was one thing that changed the most for students during 2020, it was the way that we experience college life. Classes are online, clubs and society events are online, and video interviews have increased in number. Whether you’re using Zoom or Microsoft Teams (which I am an expert on at this point), video calls are a way of life these days.

Some of you may be lucky enough to be able to attend classes with your cameras off, while for others, it’s mandatory or it’s an interview situation and whoever’s on the other side of the screen needs to see your face. In the latter case, you might be wondering how to do your makeup for zoom.

First, it’s important to note that webcams tend to wash you out and flatten your features, so makeup for zoom is all about wearing a bit more makeup than you’re used to, in order to add definition to your face. This doesn’t mean anything extreme, though — just a little more product goes a long way, and we’ll show you the best ones below.

If you want to look a little more alert and awake on screen, these makeup products and tips can help.

Related reading: The Best Makeup For People Who Hate Makeup

Table of Contents

1. Primer

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Primer helps your make up stay on for longer which helps if you have six hours straight of online classes. It also helps to smooth out your skin before makeup application, helping you look extra flawless on Zoom.

Fenty’s primer is excellent as it smooths out your skin and absorbs shine while being extremely lightweight.