I'm wondering if anybody might be able to give me advice on how I can best do some still life shots of items in small packages (individual porridge packs, small boxed goods ,etc).I don't want them to appear too glossy  ,more flat actually.I want them to "stand out" nicely and give off a feeling of being healthy and "clean",i.e beneficial for ones health, and a product not to be missed. Which lenses are most appropriate? I was considering a macro,or perhaps a 24 or 50mm lens  .What flash or other studio gear is best for these kind of shots? And,i presume a tripod essential .Any advice ,much appreciated! Thanks,M.B

I'm wondering if anybody might be able to give me advice on how I can best do some still life shots of items in small packages (individual porridge packs, small boxed goods ,etc). I don't want them to appear too glossy, more flat actually.I want them to "stand out" nicely and give off a feeling of being healthy and "clean", i.e beneficial for one's health, and a product not to be missed. 

Which lenses are most appropriate? I was considering a macro,or perhaps a 24 or 50mm lens. What flash or other studio gear is best for these kind of shots? And, I presume a tripod essential.