DESIblitz teams up with South Asian Bridal Makeup expert, Karuna Chani to give you a stunning party look for a girls' night out! Watch the tutorial below!

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DESIblitz teams up with South Asian Bridal Makeup expert, Karuna Chani to give you a timeless look inspired by Bollywood! Watch the Bollywood Inspired Glam tutorial below!

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Do guys really think that girls wear too much makeup? DESIblitz spoke to a number of guys about Desi girls wearing makeup. Find out what they told us.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Aishwarya Rai revives Fairytale Magic at Cannes 2018

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan proves to be a timeless beauty when she brings her princess glamour to the Cannes Film Festival once again, in a magical Rami Kadi couture gown.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 10 Makeup Mistakes every Desi Girl should Avoid

Makeup can boost your self-confidence by enhancing your facial features and making your skin look well-nourished. But, sometimes the small makeup mistakes can actually ruin your look. Here's how to avoid them.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Best Eye and Eyebrow Makeup for Desi Men

Makeup for men and the products available are increasing in popularity. We look at how eye makeup can enhance the look for Desi men.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 5 Eye Shadows Best Suited for South Asian Skin

Finding the right eye shadow can be a daunting task for South Asian skin tones, DESIblitz has compiled a list for the top 5 eyeshadows to help you.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 12 Best Foundations for South Asian Skin

Looking for the best foundation for South Asian skin? DESIblitz lists 12 perfect foundations, whilst looking at application, matte or dewy and long-wear.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 5 Best Highlighters Set to Sparkle at Desi Weddings

Weddings although seasonal, they do occur all year round. DESIblitz helps you sparkle at Desi weddings with a rundown of the five best highlighters.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Choosing the Best Makeup to Wear in the Heat

Wearing makeup in the heat can be a nuisance. DESIblitz explains the top tips and tricks to combat the hot weather and still be on top of your makeup game.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 15 Best Foundations for Brown and Dark Skin

Everyone wants their foundation to tackle all their skin concerns and match perfectly to their skin tone. Yet this is a problem for women of colour.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Aishwarya Rai trolled for putting Makeup on Aaradhya

Aishwarya Rai celebrated her daughter Aaradhya’s birthday with the Bachchan clan in style. Yet, it was the makeup on her daughter that got everyone talking.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 7 Incredible Fashion Looks of Shraddha Kapoor

Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor has been setting our hearts on fire with her amazing fashion looks. Let’s take a closer look.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 5 Makeup Looks to Practice during Lockdown

Makeup looks are forever evolving with various styles and techniques changing along the way. Why not practice some of these beautiful looks during the lockdown?

By using the lockdown to practice some extraordinary makeup looks, you can become a professional in your own home!

Even though you have nowhere to go, it does not mean that you cannot feel beautiful once in a while.

DESIblitz exclusively chats to professional makeup artist Shareen Akhtar who goes by the name of ‘shaneeqbridal‘ on Instagram.

She specialises in bridal and celebrity makeup and has done makeup for the likes of Faryal Makhdoom on numerous occasions.

Shareen speaks exclusively to DESIblitz about wearing makeup during the lockdown and how it can make you feel. She says:

“Women just want to feel beautiful whether that’s with makeup or without! Doing a full face makeup routine during quarantine can be psychologically motivating and make us women feel better about ourselves.

“Getting through the day becomes that little bit easier!”

Furthermore, it all depends on the type of style you are into, after all, how bold do you want to go? We have accumulated five incredible looks including some bold and some subtle options.

Even if you do not normally go for makeup looks that make a statement, the lockdown is the perfect time to step out of your comfort zone.

DESIblitz has handpicked five makeup looks for you to practice at home during the lockdown.

The ‘No Makeup’ Makeup Look

Though this look must sound ridiculously easy and straightforward, some people find it extremely hard to achieve this look. However, once you nail it, it makes your face look fresh, pure and glowy.

This look is perfect for those casual types of days where you are simply running a few errands. There may be some days during the lockdown where you want to wear makeup; this look is great for days like this.

To achieve this look, you will not need many makeup products as it is all about the application rather than the number of products.

Shareen speaks about the simpleness of this look, she mentions:

“It’s all about keeping it simple. No fake lashes, just lots of mascara and minimal coverage on the skin.

“Concealer is key to remove blemishes and a nice pop of gloss on lips. Less is definitely more right now.”

It is all about the skin for this look; it is important that you prime, hydrate and moisturise your skin before you apply any makeup. This will ensure that your skin remains glowy for the rest of the day.

When people try and achieve this look, they do not tend to use heavy foundations. Instead, it is best to use BB or CC creams, buffing it into your skin lightly.

To really nail the look, be ready to use as less coverage as possible, allowing any imperfections or redness to shine through.

However, if you have acne-prone or problematic skin and you wish to use more coverage, then it is best to use a foundation. It all depends on how comfortable you feel in your skin!

To get that extra bit of coverage under your eyes or on any unwanted blemishes, use a creamy-based concealer. Using your fingers to blend the concealer will give you better results as the warmth from your fingertips will melt the product into your skin.

One thing you need to get to grips with about this look is that it is all about the creaminess of the products! The creamier the product you use, the better.

Using a cream-based contour, apply it with a dampened sponge to the desired areas of your face. Typically, bronzer is applied to the hairline, jawline and cheekbones.

Ensure that you blend in the bronzer completely, making it look as natural as possible. To add some extra glow to your skin, use a cream-based highlighter on your cheekbones and anywhere else you wish.

With this look, the pinker the cheeks, the more natural it looks. Again using a cream-based blush, apply it with your fingers to the apples of your cheeks, your temples and the bridge of your nose.

You will be pleased to know, that with this look it is all about the bushy brows. All you need to do is brush them into place using a brow gel; it does not need to be perfect.

When it comes to the eyes, all you need is some mascara, however, it is not necessary for this look!

To finish off the look, grab a lip balm or any light coloured lipstick or lipgloss and apply it lightly onto your lips. Remember, less is more!

Neon & Pastel Glam

This look is for those of you who are daring, fearless and want to make a statement. Perfect this look during the lockdown so that you can create it again when the lockdown has been lifted.

For this look, you will most definitely need a good eyeshadow palette which consists of a set of pastel colours. If you do not have this, you will not be able to create this look as it is all about the bright eyeshadow.

Neons and pastels tend to fall into the same category as they both consist of colours that are bright, colourful and bold.

Bright pinks and oranges work particularly well for those with a South Asian complexion. The colours on the eyelids pop out and really make you stand out from the crowd.

You can apply the bright, neon eyeshadows in whatever style you wish. You can have it as subtle as possible or you can go all out and pack the colours onto your lids.

Coloured eyeliner tends to work well with this look too using colours such as pink, yellow, orange, blue, or even white. This makes the look slightly more snazzy and unique.

When it comes to the lips, many people tend to keep the colour quite simple so that the eyes stand out the most.

However, there is absolutely no harm in being brave and using a bright, ‘out there’ lipstick shade instead!

Even when it comes to the blush, highlighter, bronzer and contour, it is best to keep it to a minimum. This enhances your eyes and ensures that they are the main focus of the whole look.

Pink Monochrome

This classy but chic makeup look is versatile and can never go out of trend. It is perfect for a lovely summers day as soon as the lockdown has been lifted.

However, while we patiently wait for the end of the lockdown, why not practice this look instead?

For this look, you will need all of the pink makeup products you can find! The more pink you use, the more you will nail this look.

Before you go straight into it, it is important to find the correct pink shade that suits the tone of your skin. Swatch a few shades onto your skin and decide which one works best for you.

First thing is first, you should begin by doing your eye makeup as you do not want any excess eyeshadow falling onto your face, ruining your foundation.

Of course, for the eyes, you will be using pink and only pink eyeshadows. The simple way to do your eye makeup is to use two shades of pink.

Use a lighter shade and a darker, glittery shade. Use the lighter pink all over your eyelids as the foundation of the look.

Then, using the darker, glittery pink shade, apply it on top of the lighter shade, again, all over the lid. You might want to use the pink eyeshadow on your waterline too for that extra pinky touch.

Remember, if your eyelids do not look pink enough, it means you have simply not applied enough of it!

Once you are happy with your eyes and you have applied your mascara and anything else you desire, move onto the blush. The blush plays another vital factor when achieving this look as you will need to find the right pink shade.

Apply the blush to the apples of your cheeks and the bridge of your nose, along with a shimmery, pink highlighter to make your skin glowy.

Pink lips are also key when achieving this look. Grab your favourite pink lipstick and apply it all over your lips.

If you wish to add any more pink touches here and there, then go ahead!

Cut Crease

The cut crease has been in trend for quite some time now and is still being created by many people. This look is made to instantly lift your eyelids, making you look less tired and more lively.

As well as that, it is also a beautiful eye look that you all need to try during the lockdown if you have not already done so!

This is a look that is plastered all over Instagram on a day to day basis and can be achieved with any colours of your choice.

The cut crease creates a contrast between the lighter and darker shades of your eyeshadow, ‘cutting’ a smooth line in between the two colours.

It is important to start with an eye primer on the lids of your eyes. This is used to keep your eyeshadow sharp and smooth throughout the day.

Makeup artists typically use two different colours when creating this look. One is a dark colour and one is lighter.

It is recommended that you use matte eyeshadows for this look to give it more definition. Matte eyeshadows tend to blend out easier too.

Using the darker shade, apply it all over your crease, avoiding the lid of your eye. Blend it until you are happy with the shade, adding more colour if you need to.

Next, using a concealer, create the outline of your cut crease. The line typically starts from the inner corner of your eye and finishes at the other side of the crease.

Fill your whole lid with concealer and then, using the lighter shade of eyeshadow, simply apply it to the lid.

You should now have two different shades on your eyes, the darker one at the top followed by the outline of the crease and then the lighter shade.

To define the outline of the crease, you can use a slightly dark shade of eyeshadow and go over the line again. Your cut crease is now complete!

Experiment with different types of colours and figure out which ones suit you best.

Ombre Eyeshadow

Ombre eyeshadow is a very popular and trendy eye makeup look. If you can learn how to nail this look during the lockdown, you will have it covered by the time it has been lifted.

This look involves the blending of various shades of eyeshadow together to form a stunning ombre effect on the lid of your eyes. With this look, your eyes will be the centre of attention everywhere you go.

Of course, to achieve this look you will need three main colours going from light to dark to create the ombre effect. Before starting, it is important to apply a base colour to your entire lid to create a foundation.

Blending is highly vital when creating the ombre effect, so, make sure you have a large fluffy eye brush at hand.

Choosing the colours is also important for this look, as you will need to make sure that they complement your skin tone and colour. You can also choose one colour and use different shades of it.

Or, you can choose three completely different colours and master the ombre effect. For example, if you want to go for the easier option, you could choose three shades of pink.

So, use the light shade of pink starting from the inner corner of your eye, followed by the medium shade of pink. You would then use the darkest shade of pink at the end, making sure you blend properly.

By blending sufficiently, it will create an amazing transition and gradient of the colours used. You will need to keep working at it to get the perfect look.

However, you can also use a completely unique colour palette, starting with yellow and ending with a deep purple for example. To do this, you will need several different colours to create the correct gradient.

If you decide to go with bright, unique colours, then white eyeliner tends to finish the look off perfectly. It makes your eyes pop out a lot more, as well as adding that extra oomph to your look.

While you are experimenting with makeup during the lockdown, it is also important to remember to take care of your skin. With the right skincare routine, your makeup will sit in place better and will make you glow.

Makeup artist Shareen also speaks to DESIblitz about how vital skincare is right now. She says:

“For me personally, quarantine has definitely got me looking after my skin more. My top skincare products currently are micellar cleansing water and hyaluronic acid (The Ordinary).

“I also enjoy using the Tony Moly Chok Chok Green Tea Watery Cream, the Kiehl’s lip balm and eye cream and turmeric face masks.”

Life is all about balance, you can play with as much makeup as you like, just do not forget about your skincare!

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 10 Best Makeup Brands For Women Of Colour

It can be incredibly frustrating for women of colour (WOC) when wandering through makeup aisles in search of inclusive makeup brands.

There is nothing more annoying for a woman of colour than finding a foundation that doesn’t match and instantly oxidises or an eyeshadow that appears ashy.

Luckily, there are many makeup brands that are now much more inclusive and diverse with their range of products and their marketing.

Makeup brands owned by WOC, such as Pat McGrath Labs and Juvia’s Place, are also quickly rising to the top.

Purchasing from WOC-owned makeup brands is a great way to support and encourage diversity in the beauty industry.

As well as luxury makeup brands, drugstore makeup brands are also improving their products to suit every skin type and tone.

This is definitely a step in the right direction as it allows every woman to enjoy makeup regardless of their budget.

Here are the 10 best makeup brands for women of colour!

Beauty Bakerie

Beauty Bakerie is a black-owned makeup brand that sells a variety of products including loose setting powders and liquid lipsticks.

Beauty Bakerie prides itself on being one of the few black-owned makeup brands selling liquid lipsticks, in shades that are universal and flattering to various skin tones.

Cashmere Nicole, the founder and CEO of the makeup brand, started the company in 2011.

The makeup brand’s motto is to live “better not bitter” and it is 100% cruelty-free and vegan-friendly.

Beauty Bakeries’ founder, a single mother and breast cancer survivor was featured on Beyoncé’s website for Pinktober in 2016.

American singer Beyoncé is a fan of this brand and has been seen wearing the brand’s liquid lipsticks on numerous occasions.

NARS

NARS is one of the best makeup brands for women of colour because of its extensive shade range.

The NARS foundation has 40 shades whereas their best-selling creamy concealer has 30 shades.

The makeup brand also caters to varying undertones meaning that everyone will be able to find their perfect match.

NARS is a popular luxury makeup brand that caters to all types of makeup lovers.

The makeup brand boasts celebrity fans such as Meghan Markle and Jourdan Dunn.

The brand continues to innovate and experiment with their collections and this is shown in their advertising campaigns.

Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty launched at Sephora and online in 2017 with the help of Rihanna.

The makeup brand played a huge role in changing the beauty industry with an impressive 40-shade foundation launch.

The makeup brand now sells everything from mascara, highlighters and concealers to eyeshadow palettes and lip treatments.

Fenty Beauty has received international praise for diversity in its advertising campaigns and marketing material.

Fenty Beauty’s initial foundation launch prompted other makeup brands such as L’Oréal and Make Up For Ever to create advertising campaigns aimed at WOC.

According to The Wall Street Journal, Fenty Beauty made an estimated $570 million (£434,482,500.00) in 2018 and is valued at more than $3 billion (£2,286,750,000.00).

BECCA

Becca is another makeup brand that is great for women of colour.

Not only are the advertising campaigns inclusive and diverse, but the products are also available in a variety of finishes, shades and sizes.

The Becca shimmering skin pressed highlighter is the bestselling highlighter in the US, and the makeup brand is cruelty-free.

The Australian makeup brand is very popular around the world.

Makeup lovers reach for the brand’s products when trying to achieve a ‘lit from within’ look.

The brand’s setting powders and skin correctors are also available in a variety of colours, tones and finishes to accommodate every need.

UOMA Beauty

UOMA Beauty is one of the best makeup brands for women of colour as it is black-owned and incredibly inclusive.

The makeup brand was founded by Nigerian-born Sharon Chuter. She is also the CEO and creative director of the company.

The makeup brand focuses on creating products that promote inclusivity; the brand has 51 shades in their foundation in 6 custom formulas.

UOMA Beauty is also one of the more affordable and budget-friendly makeup brands in this list.

UOMA Beauty has received high praise from celebrities and influencers, as well as from women of colour around the world.

In 2018, sales revenue in the makeup industry reached £6.2 billion.

As the number of consumers increases, growth is ultimately expected.

MAC

MAC is a makeup brand that creates products for “all ages, all races, and all genders”.

The Canadian makeup brand was founded by Frank Toskan and Frank Angelo in Toronto in 1984.

The makeup brand has grown in popularity with women of colour as a result of their large shade ranges, inclusive advertising campaigns and collaborations with beauty influencers and celebrities.

MAC foundations are available to purchase in a wide variety of shades, forms and finishes.

Additionally, MAC is one of the original makeup brands that diversified their products and actively targeted women of colour.

MAC originally targeted their products towards makeup professionals but have since sold to consumers all around the world.

MAC is also a popular makeup brand amongst South Asian women.

Cover FX

Cover FX is another great makeup brand for WOC, as the brand has a diverse range of 40 shades and 3 undertones of their foundation.

Furthermore, the makeup brand sells custom cover drops which can be mixed with any liquid makeup.

The custom cover drops are perfect for women of colour as they allow you to experiment with different foundations until you find your perfect match.

Cover FX focus on high-coverage makeup making it a great brand to reach for during a wedding or party.

The brand’s highlighting drops are also popular amongst women of colour as they provide a good payoff of shimmer without ever looking ashy.

EX1

EX1 Cosmetics is yet another amazing makeup brand for women of colour for a variety of reasons.

Firstly, the makeup brand specialises in foundations for olive skin tones.

This means that many South Asian women will be able to find a foundation match from this brand.

As well as catering to olive skin tones, the brand also has very pale to deep shades to ensure every woman is represented.

EX1 is also an incredibly affordable and accessible makeup brand and can be found in most Superdrug and Boots stores in the UK.

EX1 Cosmetics has been recognised as the world’s number one brand exclusively made for skin tones with yellow and gold undertones.

The brand was founded by Farah Naz who is also a biochemist.

Lancôme

Luxury brand Lancôme is also a great choice for makeup for women of colour.

Hollywood actress Lupita Nyong’o is one of the beauty ambassadors for the brand.

The French cosmetics brand has always been inclusive and accommodating in the casting for their makeup campaigns.

Hollywood actress Zendaya stars alongside Lupita in one of the brand’s most popular advertising campaigns.

Lancôme offers a wide range of foundation and concealer shades. The brand also offers custom-made foundations to its consumers.

Make Up For Ever

Make Up For Ever is a very popular makeup brand amongst women of colour as a result of the number of foundation shades they offer.

The brand focuses on heavy-duty makeup for television and filming however, their products are available to consumers worldwide.

The makeup brand considers the varying undertones of women of colour and continues to expand their product lines.

This makeup brand is considered to be at the mid-range price point.

There is ultimately still a long way to go for the beauty industry. More needs to be done to ensure every woman is represented and included.

However, makeup brands expanding their product lines and releasing shades to suit everyone are definitely steps in the right direction.

As time goes by, the beauty industry is expected to become much more diverse.

As frustrating as it seems, makeup brands specifically designed for women of colour do exist and are waiting for you to fall in love with their products.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 20 Stunning Photos of Desi Brides Worth a Look

Desi brides take everyone’s breath away with their magnificent ensembles on their big day.

The attention to detail is certainly amazing from the makeup to the mehndi and lavish jewellery.

It is no wonder it is all eyes on the bride as soon as she makes her grand entrance.

To ensure the bride is captured in the best light, photographers successfully take stunning photos showcasing their photographic skills as well as the bride’s beauty.

We have complied 20 spectacular photos of Desi brides for everyone to take inspiration from.

Pretty in Pink

This beautiful bride is certainly a vision in pink. From a pretty pink ensemble complete with pink lips, eyes and nails, this bride surely turned heads.

In this perfectly captured shot, the bride’s dark mehndi stands out. If you look closely, the groom’s name, ‘Atik’ can be found in the design.

To intensify the look, the inclusion of traditional gold jewellery with pink stones adds to the regal ensemble.

Radiant in Red

A traditional bridal look is always an ideal option. This Desi bride certainly does justice to this look.

The heavily embroidered border with a blue background enhances the beauty of the ensemble.

The inclusion of a sheer red dupatta for this shot makes for a breathtaking picture.

Reflection

Getting creative with photography always pays off and this picture is testimony to that.

Here this pastel bride looks absolutely gorgeous. The devil is in the detail with the immaculate dupatta.

For the look, this Pakistani bride has left her long tresses out to cascade down her one shoulder.

Not to forget the garland-like ties around her wrists enhance the gorgeous look.

The groom is seen admiring his wife’s reflection in a mirror. Undoubtedly, this shot will be a wedding favourite.

Regal Bride

Take a pause and admire this stunning Desi bride. Her red and pink wedding outfit is beautifully embellished with sequins and diamonds.

The embroidery in the outfit is mirrored in the jewellery which is equally as gorgeous.

To match the look, this bride has chosen to go for a cut crease glittery gold eye look paired with a bold red lip.

This lovely photo also draws attention to her deep brown henna.

From the Back

One of the most popular photo shots adored by many Desi brides is capturing their lavish lehenga from the back.

Here the bride is seen walking up the stairs while flaunting her ensemble from behind.

The delicate gold embellishment on the bright red background is simply beautiful.

Sunglasses Chic

This Desi bride has taken her look to another level. While for some the traditional look is perfect, this bride has taken a chic approach.

The addition of sunglasses with a red and gold outfit adds an edgy feel to the overall look.

There is no doubt that the bride has added a touch of her personality to her big day and we champion it.

Priyanka Chopra

Transcending down the stairs in this gorgeous photo is international actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas.

Priyanka and her husband Nick Jonas enjoyed a lavish wedding which lasted for multiple days.

One of her looks was this mesmerising all-red lehenga adorned with lavish gold jewellery.

The sheer dupatta draped over her hand and trailing down the back adds to the grandeur of her outfit.

Dancing In

Long gone are the days where the bride is expected to be quiet and timid on her big day.

Instead, brides rejoice and dance on their shaadi and this is evident with this stunning Desi bride.

Here, the bride has opted for a pastel lehenga breaking away from the traditional red ensemble.

She is seen smiling and dancing her way into her wedding with the help of her entourage, of course to lift that heavy lehenga.

Petals

Can you imagine a more perfect shot than petals falling from above? This photo is truly mesmerising.

Undoubtedly, it is hats off to the talented photographer. The bride looks amazing in her red and gold lehenga.

She is seen relishing at the moment with a large smile on her face as she takes in this picture-perfect moment.

Vibrant Bride

Take a moment to appreciate this vibrant makeup look. It is clear that this Desi bride does not shy away from playing with colour.

The bright colours in the jewellery like green, pink and more are mirrored on her eye look.

The red and orange cut crease adds a unique touch to a bridal look while the glittery gold stroke on her brow bone completes the eye look perfectly.

Motorbike Bride

This Tamil Nadu bride made a grand and interesting entrance into her wedding by riding on a motorbike.

For her wedding outfit, this Desi bride wore a multi-coloured outfit. This includes pink, purple and green hues.

To complement her ensemble, she has adorned silver and gold extravagant jewellery. Yet, it is her smile which steals the look.

Trainers First

Heels aside and trainers on. This Desi bride has seemingly followed tradition with a red and gold outfit.

However, when you look at her feet, the bride is seen sporting gold trainers to match.

Although some people may find this unusual, we think it adds a quirky touch to the ensemble.

Safety First

The worldwide Covid-19 pandemic has not stopped Desi brides from tying the knot. This bride has ensured it’s safety first by donning a face mask.

This South Indian bride has chosen to wear a beautiful red and gold saree. To match the saree, she has opted for antique gold jewellery.

Lights On

Another amazing photo to capture the stunning bride and groom. The couple is intertwined with delicate fairy lights.

Here, the groom is looking lovingly at his bride as he holds her close while she gazes into the distance.

She is seen wearing a yellow outfit with silver embroidery as her husband complements her with his matching blazer.

Stunning Nikkah Bride

This photo will surely be kept safe by the bride. Here, this Pakistani bride has been snapped while signing the nikkah contract.

Following tradition, this bride has covered her head with another dupatta while signing the most important contract in her life.

The inclusion of a diamond pen with a peacock feather adds a special touch.

She looks amazing in a red and gold lehenga complete with chunky gold wedding jewellery.

Enchanting

Entering on a dholi, this Desi bride is all smiles on her special day. She holds back the pearl drape as she peers out.

This radiant bride looks amazing in a red and gold ensemble. To complement the look, she has matched it with gold and pearl jewellery.

For her makeup, she has opted for a natural glam look with voluminous lashes and a shimmery nude lip.

Extravagant Trail

Walking away hand in hand to start the rest of their lives together – a priceless moment worth capturing.

This shot flaunts the bride’s extravagant trail and its stunning monochrome embellishment.

The inclusion of rose petals scattered on the trail adds to the beauty of this picture. There is no doubt the photographer has an aesthetic eye.

Sindoor

One drop of sindoor is all this Desi bride needs. There is no doubt her smile says it all like it is the happiest day of her life and this has been captured in a lovely picture.

This stunning bride has opted for a red, gold and white wedding outfit. She has teamed her ensemble with antique gold jewellery including a necklace, naath, earrings and tikka.

She has finished her look with warm gold eyeshadow with black winged eyeliner and a red lip.

Radiant Smile

Up next, we have another bride who appears to be waving to her guests as she makes her entrance.

She is seen walking under a floral garland complete with red roses. This goes perfectly with her red and gold wedding outfit.

Her matching gold jewellery heightens the beauty of her look. Desi brides are also known for their mehndi designs.

This bride’s henna design certainly completes her bridal image.

Telugu Bride

This mesmerising photo has perfectly captured the talambralu ceremony popularly held as part of a Telugu wedding.

The ceremony involves the bride and groom showering each other with a mixture of pearls, rice, saffron and turmeric.

The talambralu ceremony is figurative to the couple’s life ahead be filled with happiness, understanding and prosperity.

Undoubtedly, weddings in South Asian culture are one of the most important and highly regarded events. It is no wonder Desi brides ensure spectacular pictures are taken.

As well as a gorgeous bride, it is the job of a talented photographer to capture the bride at the right moment.

Our list of 20 stunning photos of brides perfectly encapsulates the beauty of the South Asian culture and brides.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 7 Makeup Tips and Tricks by Katrina Kaif

Known as one of the most beautiful women in Bollywood, Katrina Kaif is not only an actress by profession; she is also a makeup mogul.

Katrina Kaif regularly shares her makeup tips and tricks on social media, namely on her Instagram account, much to the delight of her fans.

In fact, the actress launched her makeup line, Kay by Katrina also known as Kay Beauty on October 22, 2019.

Her initial product line-up included matte lip crayons and lip liner pencils which are available in an array of colours.

Since then, Kay by Katrina has expanded its range of products to lipsticks, highlighters, loose powder and more.

We present various tips and tricks courtesy of Katrina Kaif from a cat-eye look to bold red lipstick.

A Classic Red Lip Look

On November 20, 2020, Katrina Kaif launched her range of matte lipsticks. Taking to Instagram, she wrote:

“So excited for our @kaybykatrina newest launch. Kay Beauty Matte Drama Lipsticks Lipstick, but better.

“Let’s break this down: It’s Matte it’s weightless it’s moisturising. Shade Name: On Screen. It’s everything you need in a lipstick!”

Alongside the caption, the Tiger Zinda Hai (2017) actress shared a picture of herself striking a pose in a red lip.

There is no denying the power of red lipstick which can instantly make the wearer feel confident.

For an extra touch like Katrina pair your red lip with matching red nails and dress. Alternatively, you can don a red lip with a casual outfit to spruce up your look.

Ombre Eyebrows

Perfecting your brows is essential to achieving the best makeup look. It is important to remember eyebrows should be sisters and not twins.

This is because the face is not symmetrical so it is not possible to groom your eyebrows to appear identical.

Katrina Kaif shared her trick on how to achieve the best eyebrows. She explained:

“Brow Ombre with Brow Studio from @kaybykatrina. A trend that I swear by.

“Here are steps to achieve this look: Fill in the inner corner with a lighter shade and use the darker shade in the centre n outer corner.

“This gives a subtle yet defined look.”

So, the next time you fill in your brows be sure to remember Katrina Kaif’s eyebrow hack.

Benefits of Loose Powder  

Constantly being on the go can cause you to be left with an oily t-zone which subsequently effects the placement of your makeup.

To combat this, Katrina shared her trick. The actress uses loose powder to ensure her makeup lasts all day.

As well as the long-lasting benefit, using loose powder over your makeup is also great to enhance the look.

In this instance, Katrina Kaif uses Kay Beauty’s loose powder. Taking to Instagram she wrote:

“The fastest route to looking camera ready for me is to enhance my makeup with a dab of loose powder.

“The Kay beauty loose powder is my go-to product to achieve that high definition finish. I think of a setting as a wonder tool that locks your makeup in place.

“So if you’re on the lookout for that one product that will help you stay ultra-set for hours – this is the one.”

This makeup trick is perfect for women who suffer from oily skin but want their makeup to last. A little loose powder certainly goes a long way.

Cat Eye Look

An iconic cat-eye look is something that will never go out of vogue. In fact, this a makeup look which has been worn by the actress time and again.

Here, Katrina is sporting a gorgeous cat-eye. However, unlike a classic cat-eye, Katrina has opted to go for a softer look by smoking out the eyeliner.

The eye look is matched with a shimmery nude lip and bronzed cheekbones. Sharing her tips for the perfect look on Instagram, Katrina wrote:

“Step 1: Use the High Drama Kajal on your upper and lower lash line. Step 2: Use the smudger at the back of your pencil & lightly smudge out the lash time.

“This trick helps the eye open up & makes it look glamorous.”

The Importance of Highlighter

The beauty and power of a highlighter are certainly unprecedented as it can instantly amplify your makeup look when applied.

Highlighters are available in an array of forms. These include powder, liquid, strobing creams, stick and brick highlighters to name a few.

Here, Katrina is loving an ultra-shimmery powder highlighter which leaves the skin with a dewy finish.

Apply highlighter to the highpoints of your cheeks, down the bridge of your nose, cupids bow, brow bone and forehead temples.

Bring on the Blush

While Katrina Kaif loves a chiselled look with contour, the actress also likes to soften the look with a bit of blush.

Applying blush to the cheeks is something almost every makeup wearer knows. However, blush is not only restricted to the cheeks.

Blush can also be applied to the nose, chin and forehead. This will give an all-round youthful glow to the skin.

Similar to what Katrina has done, lightly apply your favourite blush to all the above-mentioned areas.

If you wish to further enhance your makeup look, simply add the same blush to the eyelids.

A Vivacious Pink Look

Up next, we have another bright lipstick which is loved by Katrina Kaif. It is clear the actress favours both a nude lip and bold lip.

In this instance, Katrina looks stunning with a vivacious hot pink matte lip.

Paired with brown smokey eyes and full lashes, a bright pink look enhances the warm tones in the makeup.

Do not be afraid to play with colourful lipsticks like Katrina Kaif.

These seven makeup tips and tricks by Katrina Kaif are certainly noteworthy. Adopting these simple changes to your makeup routine will elevate your look.

Be sure to check out her Instagram for more inspiration.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: 10 Eco-Friendly Indian Beauty Brands to Try Out in 2021

Natural beauty is not always sustainable. Yes, this may seem strange as today we tend to promote natural products over anything else.

However, many natural products are usually not environmentally-friendly, and the usage of plastic is incredibly high.

Activists have been fighting against plastic use for a long time now, and it is high time to make a change.

Why not opting for excellent alternatives for taking care of yourself like homegrown and sustainable beauty brands?

This way, you can be the best version of yourself by respecting the environment and not wasting

If you are tempted to change your beauty products in 2021, check out these 10 eco-friendly Indian beauty brands!

Kiro Beauty

Kiro Beauty knows the balance between ‘natural’ and ‘synthetics’.

Mindfully made, the products are gentle and potent at the same time.

The ingredients are all environmentally-friendly, cruelty-free, and deliver high-impact colours and perfect textures.

A real luxury you should not miss!

Soultree

SoulTree is the first Indian brand to offer European-certified natural personal care and beauty products.

By using Ayurvedic recipes and uplifting small farmers, their organic ingredients do no harm, only good.

A real treat for your skin!

Neemli Naturals

After using these products, you will need no Instagram filters or makeup layers anymore.

Coming in small batches, their products are all handmade, cruelty-free and vegan.

Neemli Naturals means no-excess, no-waste and a sustainable choice for all.

Ruby’s Organics

A mix of beauty and skincare made with bioactive ingredients and a whole range of vegan beauty products ready to be used on you!

What else should you ask for?

Ruby’s Organics stands against toxicity and views artisanal makeup as the best way to enhance your beauty.

We cannot agree more.

Ilana Organics

Are you an urban and picky type of woman? Well, this is the right brand for you.

Ilana Organics is here to encourage urban girls to be extra meticulous when choosing personal care products.

Urban, ethical, and wholesome in sourcing, testing, creating, and packaging products, Ilana Organics offers skin and hair bottles to die for.

Tree Wear

TreeWear aims to please both people and the planet with its products.

The brand is here to raise awareness, plant brand new trees, and make innovative eco-friendly products to help you shift to a more natural lifestyle with ease.

Customers can be assured that all the products are made by natural materials, with the utmost care and zero-waste.

Every product you buy will contribute towards the plantation of a new tree in India.

You can love your skin and the planet at the same time!

Sounds amazing, right?

Juicy Chemistry

Juicy Chemistry is made specifically for Indian skin types.

Juicy Chemistry is vegan and cruelty-free, without fragrance oils, petrochemicals, sulphates and certified by Ecocert France.

This beauty brand is even more appealing for its recyclable packagings and organic materials.

asa Beauty India

At asa beauty, not only do they care about what is inside their products, but are also very conscious of what to keep out.

Transparency is of utmost importance, and only good ingredients are included.

With an entire reusable and refillable makeup range, sustainability is in the foreground.

Nuskay Skincare

Made by two Indian doctors, Nuskay derives from the Urdu word ‘Nuskha’ which stands for ‘prescription’.

The sibling duo, Dr Pooja Chhabra and Dr Drishty Chhabra, realised that even the most powerful anti-ageing ingredient is not effective if it does not reach its biological target.

After travelling across Asia, they noticed that every country had its own local remedies.

All the products are antioxidant, botanical and hydrating ingredients.

The brand is well-renowned for its anti-ageing and anti-pollution range. A must-try!

Bare Necessities

Bare Necessities started in pursuing zero-waste living and living a lifestyle congruent to the owner’s values.

During her zero-waste journey, founder Sahar Mansoor realised how tricky it was to find personal care and home care products that did not contain harmful chemicals and were not packaged in plastic.

Sustainable hair, face, and body range products are her solution to India’s garbage crisis.

The use of ancient indigenous ingredients glorify India’s rich culture, and again, with zero-waste!

These 10 eco-friendly beauty brands maintain ethical values and will ensure that you look good when using them.

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Ananya Panday expresses Love for being ‘that Glamorous Girl’

Ananya Panday explained that when it comes to beauty, she feels like she has two personalities.

The rising Bollywood star said that on one side, she loves dressing up and being glamorous, but there are days when she wants the complete opposite.

Ananya stated that this is a balance that she likes.

She told Vogue India: “Honestly, I have a very balanced equation with beauty and makeup.

“I feel like I have two personalities.

“I love being that glamorous girl, dressing up, and getting my pictures clicked.

“But when I am not working, I want the complete opposite of that. And I like having that balance.”

She went on to recall that when she was younger, Ananya and her sister Rysa used to take turns putting makeup on their grandmother.

“We wouldn’t even give her a choice.”

She then confessed: “More than putting makeup on myself, I love putting it on other people, especially on Rysa.”

Ananya Panday is close friends with Suhana Khan and Shanaya Kapoor but when it comes to makeup, she admitted that Suhana is the “makeup guru” out of the three.

Ananya said: “She does the perfect winged liner!”

“I am probably the worst at it out of everyone.”

Ananya Panday also revealed her fitness regime and stated that she does yoga every morning.

“I swear by doing yoga first thing in the morning. I schedule things only once my workout is done.

“It brightens up my face and makes the happy hormones flow, which, in turn, gives a pinkish flush to my cheeks.”

On her eating habits, Ananya sticks to a clean diet six days a week.

“I eat well and clean six days a week. Then every Sunday, it’s burgers galore.”

“In terms of my diet, I’m working more on the immunity side of things.

“So I’ll start my day with an apple, beetroot, carrot juice and incorporate haldi, fruits and vitamin C throughout the rest of the day.

“I am the happiest with my body when it’s well-fed, well-rested and well-exercised.

“More than trying to hit a target body weight or size, I am looking more for happiness by simply being kind to my body.

“That’s how you attain self-love – when you listen to your body and respect it because it does so much for you. It’s there for you more than anything else in the world.”

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ORIGINAL ARTICLE: Male Makeup Influencers reveal Risks of Gender Bias

Male makeup influencers are providing content that breaks the stereotypes around men and makeup, however, there are risks in terms of gender bias.

For centuries, makeup has been mainly for women and girls, but as time has gone on, the taboo of men and makeup seems to be less prevalent.

One influencer is Bengaluru-based Prateek Monga.

Better known as Sunny, his Instagram account has makeup tutorials for men.

He is one of the many male influencers in the city, who are shifting conversations to include topics about men and makeup.

Despite talking about it, Sunny knows the risk and the possible ridicule that might come his way.

He explained: “For shoots, I used to do my makeup and everyone used to ask me about it.

“But I never put it out on my social media because there is so much stigma around it.”

In September 2020, he put up his first makeup tutorial and since then, he has not looked back.

“Though my first make-up video went viral with more than 18 million views, the comments were mixed.

“There is a risk of you being trolled or you turned into a meme.”

While more men are willing to share such beauty tips, creating content to break centuries-old stereotypes is not easy.

Sometimes, Sunny finds it difficult to collaborate with men.

Instead, he gets women to work with him. This defeats the purpose of his effort.

Another makeup influencer named Naved Qureshi explained that before, there were hardly any grooming products for men.

He said: “I grew up in a time when the adjective ‘beautiful’ could not be used for men.

“And when the grooming products for men were introduced, it was mostly endorsed by big actors like Shah Rukh Khan for gaining popularity.”

He stated that people still associate makeup and skincare routines with female habits.

He added “Skin is skin, irrespective of the gender.

“The moment you accept the fact about skincare, the comments are directed at your sexuality.”

According to model Siddharth Gothwal, there is more discussion around men’s mental health.

He explained that if makeup positively affects a person’s mental health, they should continue with it and more people should accept it.

He said: “Whatever you like to do is good for your mental health, if make-up is keeping you at peace, then why not.

“Men also love grooming and it is about time people to accept it.”

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