Beautiful Headshots are all in the eyes.  Yes, we all heard people say this, but what does it mean and how do we accomplish it.  It’s a 2 sided approach.  First, the photographer needs to do their part.  Natural lighting is the best to make your eyes pop.  With natural light being bright your pupils constrict.  This gives your eyes more color.  When you are in the studio it’s much darker.  Your pupils dilate.  Your eye color is a smaller band around a large black pupil.  More eye color is better.  The photographer also needs to coach and direct you to make sure you are giving the proper connection with the camera.  For your part you should practice.  Use a mirror and practice expressions.  Your looking to have bright engaged eye contact.  Avoid looking flat and sleepy.  A little practice will really help you get that pop in your eyes.