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Indian Wedding Make Up Trends

One cannot possibly miss a very important aspect in every Indian bride’s list: Make up! With a myriad of wedding themes available, zeroing on a particular theme is tough, not to mention deciding the corresponding ‘look’ is even tougher.

Thus, prospective brides fussing around every minute detail and expecting high standard is not uncommon; aka move over salons and hello professional make up artists. After all, every bride wants to look her stunning best to be able to show off on all the numerous social media sites and photo opportunities. So, what does a bride keep in mind in the current wedding season? Here is our little pick-:

Eye Makeup:
When brides decide their outfit, one of the first questions that pop up in their mind with respect to make up is; what colour eye shadow and lip colour should they be using? The eyes speak a thousand words and Smokey eyes will never fail to impress. But this year we are ditching the blacks and opting for candid colours like metallic greens, gold and pinks. Here is a little tip; throw in some glitter or jewel tones to make a bolder statement. Don’t forget to get those fake eye lashes out and make them long and doll like. Mickey Contractor, the brand ambassador of MAC cosmetics recommends using fake eye lashes in all your events.

Lips:
Now coming to the next important aspect; your lips! While dark colours are definitely in, but we are recommending berry hues like bright strawberry, black current and even reds. Make those lips plump and pouty with some gloss. Ladies, don’t be shy in trying a maharani pink with your orange lehenga and dark purple pouts with your green lehenga, it is all about contrast and standing out among the crowd.

Face:
After the colours have been taken care of, what about the base i.e. your face? The makeup moguls suggest skipping heavy bronzing, highlighting and sticking to the glow. Just a neutral blush and a pinch of highlighter on the cheek is enough to make you rule the day. Remember to keep it simple and natural. For all those getting married during the day, our stylists recommend it to keep the entire make up fresh and dewy. The neutral base on your face along with peachy pink lips and glittery golden eyes will make you summer-y stunning. Techniques like air-brushing, though a bit expensive would also help in ensuring that the make-up lasts long.

Hairs:
Now give those long straight tresses of yours a welcome break and make way for wavy braids and side swept fish tail braids. We are not saying goodbyes to those waves, but we just want them tighter and curlier. We also recommend keeping accessories like padding, hair donuts and sausages handy to create that bohemian or romantic look in a short span of time. This way the hair stays secured for a longer duration as well. Thanks to Kate Middleton, seashell-shaped buns are also making a wave, although they may not suit everyone.

We always keep a watch out for all the trends and recommendations. But nevertheless, we also believe in staying true to one’s style and intuition. Yes, we believe in letting your heart speak when it comes to deciding on your make-up and hairstyle.

So, before blindly following a make-up trend, we advise you to discuss your options with your make-up and hair professionals and decide these much in advance, so as to save you those last minute panic attacks. Remember that despite the makeup, the most stunning bride is the one who has a natural glow, which stems from her inner happiness. So, here is to a colourful future for all those stunning brides to be.

Bridal looks featured in this post are from “Orange the salon“

Top 10 Tips – For Your Makeup

Love looking your best, but have no time to keep up with new, fab beauty & fashion mantras? Here’s the Top 10 tips that’ll help you look your best and take care of your makeup!

To ensure that your makeup stays on for long without getting patchy, always start with a good-quality primer suited to your skin quality and complexion.
Never step out without lip colour, it is your biggest weapon. If nothing else, at least have a tinted lip balm on at all times.
Always use the appropriate makeup brushes when doing your makeup – it makes a huge difference to the final look.
Balance your makeup; if your eyes are bold, let the lips be soft and muted and vice versa; if your cheeks are highlighted, make sure to contour accordingly.
Use mascara on both lash-lines. It opens up the eyes, giving the impression of big, beautiful eyes.
Turn any lipstick into a matte-finish pigment by applying translucent powder on it through an issue.
It is not just how the face is made-up that matters – your hairdo also determines how good the finished look it. Thus, put some extra effort into styling those tresses.
Always check for some typical makeup flaws before leaving the house – smudged kohl/liner, lipstick on the teeth, unblended foundation on the face and neck, and makeup stains on your hands/clothes.
Whenever buying new makeup products, in particular, for the skin, try it out on your skin at the sales counter. Makeup looks different on everyone and distinct from its appearance in the container, so it is always better to test it first.
When putting on makeup, keep a bunch of q-tips and makeup remover handy. This is an easy way to get rid of smudges and tiny flaws.

101 Beauty and Makeup Tips – The Busy Bee’s Guide

Love looking your best, but have no time to keep up with new, fab beauty mantras? Here’s a sneak preview of the Busy Bee’s guide I will be launching on the blog soon– 101 tips that’ll help you look your best! Sign-up now to receive the copy in your inbox soon!

For Your Skin – Always wear sunscreen when stepping out during the day, regardless of whether it’s sunny or not.

For Your Eyes – Use a high-quality eye-cream every night to prevent/lighten dark circles and/or wrinkles.

For Your Lips – Chapped lips are such a turn-off; be kiss-ready with well-moisturized lips at all times.

For Your Hair – Always shampoo and condition your hair for maintaining optimal quality and texture. If worried about slathering on too many chemicals, go in for herbal products.

For Your Nails – Do not bite your nails; apart from having unsightly fingertips, you also become more prone to skin infections

For Your Outfit – Always dress for the occasion – there is nothing as off-putting as an inappropriately dressed person.

For Your Accessories – Never go completely bare in terms of accessories, even if you are a minimalist. Add character to your outfit by adding a unique touch with some trinket.

For Your Makeup – To ensure that your makeup stays on for long without getting patchy, always start with a good-quality primer suited to your skin quality and complexion.

For Your Body – Drink plenty of water for keeping your skin, hair and body healthy.

For A Healthy, Happy You – Wear only those clothes that make you happy and you are comfortable in. If you are conscious and/or fidgety in an outfit, it won’t look good, no matter how stylish it is.

5 Makeup Tips for a Flawless Finish Everyday

Women love their makeup and a good portion of us “getting ready” period, is spent putting on numerous products. But makeup enhances the looks, only when done well. So here are 5 makeup tips that will help you get your look right every time!

Match Products to Complexion

From base makeup to skin enhancers, lip-colours and eye-shadows, always go for shades that complement your skin tone. Nothing looks more shabby than wrong-toned foundation, unflattering cheek stains and jarring eyes or lips. Always test products at the sales counter before buying to make sure they are the right choice for your skin.

Always Accentuate One Feature

Whenever you’re doing your makeup, accentuate only one of your features, be it your eyes, lips or cheekbones. If you try and highlight all three features, you’ll probably end up looking like a heavily caked geisha. Drawing attention to just one feature tends to create a soothing look which is striking and glamorous nonetheless.

Be-Aware (beware) of the Weather

Always do your makeup in keeping with the weather conditions outside. If it is hot and humid, use lighter, gel/water-based products. If it is dry and wintery, use hydrating, cream-based ones. And keep blotting paper handy at all times. You don’t want any smudges or sheen to ruin your look, do you?

Use Q-Tips for Correction

What do you do when you make small errors while doing your makeup? Those little smudges? Those squiggly lines? Use Q-tips. Before starting your makeup, dip a Q-tip in makeup remover and keep on your dresser, ready to use whenever you falter. This way, you’ll clean up what’s botched without making a mess or having to re-do everything, all over.

Use Clean Surfaces Only

Any surface you use your makeup on/with need to be clean. So wash your face and hands thoroughly before donning on your products. If you work on unwashed skin, all oil and impurities and dirt will get trapped inside and later cause pimples and blackheads.

Use these makeup tips and you’ll notice the difference, everytime!

5 Helpful Makeup Tips for Oily Skin

Oily skin can be quite a bother to many women, because in addition to leaving you prone to common blemishes, it can also make it a lot harder to apply makeup. Nevertheless, following a systematic and well planned skin care routine can eliminate some of these common problems. Oily skin often causes clogged pores, acne and other skin blemishes, making skin maintenance and routines all the more important.

A common challenge with makeup for oily skin is to make it last longer and to avoid a patchy look. It is therefore not to only important to mask the blemishes but to control oil levels. Take a look at these useful makeup tips for oily skin. Also, check out 75+ expert makeup tips at www.rewardme.in.

Begin by Cleansing

Be sure to rid your skin of any impurities or dirt particles before you begin applying makeup. Cleaning your face before applying makeup helps ensure that the makeup does not mix with excess oils from your skin. However, for oily skin, simply washing is often not enough, so use a toner for some extra cleansing.

Use Matte for Long-Lasting Look

With oily skin, there is a high risk of makeup wearing off or melting away. Applying a matte base layer for your makeup will lower the risk of it blending with skin oils. To ensure that your makeup remains unspoilt for a longer period apply a solution of matte foundation and powder.

Spread it Evenly with a Sponge

Some parts of your face may have higher levels of oil than others, which may end up making your makeup appear blotchy and uneven. Use a good quality makeup sponge to gently dab your makeup on so that it is spread more evenly across your face.

Control Shine with Blotting Papers

Oily skin usually causes certain areas such as the nose, cheeks and forehead to shine. This unwanted effect often takes away from your appearance. Carry blotting papers to swab away the sweat and oils without ruining your makeup.

Oil-Free Products

It is important to be watchful while picking out cosmetics and beauty products. Make sure that the products you use are oil-free so that you do not add to the existing high levels of oil in your skin. Also, as oily skin tends to be sensitive, avoid using products with harsh chemical contents.

Along with these tips, it is also important to know how to apply makeup for oily skin to get the best effect. Common makeup steps for oily skin include starting with a primer or concealer to set an even base, following it with foundation and blush. Remember to gently pat the makeup instead of spreading it on.

With these daily makeup tips for oily skin, you need not worry about that unwanted oily shine playing spoilsport. You can get a perfect and long-lasting look for every occasion!

5 Makeup Tips For Flawless Photographs

Wedding season is right around the corner and you know what that means – tons and tons of photo opportunities! However, it is important to remember that just because your makeup looks flawless in your bathroom mirror, it may not turn out the same way in photographs. Unfortunately, many women learn this ugly truth the hard way. To prepare for paparazzi moments in the months to follow (and avoid any unwanted surprises), learn these five makeup tips by heart and follow them like Holy Grail.

Never Skip Your Primer

I know many ladies who don’t wear primer on a daily basis and hey, that’s A-okay, but when you want to look your very best and you know that cameras will be around, primer is your best friend. This magical product should be the first step in your beauty routine after your moisturize your face and before you begin your base makeup. In a nutshell, primer evens out the tone and texture of your skin, so that your foundation just glides on and sets in an impeccably smooth finish. You can even find primers with a slight shimmer, which work really well to create some extra glow for the cameras.

Apply Your Makeup In Natural Light

It might be hard to find a good source of natural light wherever you are, but try to find a space that gets as close to it as possible. More often than not, artificial light tends to change the way you see your skin colour, resulting in under or over application of makeup. Natural light will give you a more realistic idea of how your makeup actually looks and how it will appear in photographs.

Blend Your Concealer Well

Again, on a daily basis, most of us just tend to dab our concealer below our eye and lightly blend it to cover the dark circles. But if concealer is not blended in properly, it can look a little out of place and even highlight fine lines and wrinkles rather than cover them up, especially in high definition, professional photographs. Take the time to blend your concealer into the rest of your makeup properly, even if it takes a couple of extra minutes, because this will make a world of difference to your look.

Choose Dark and Matte Over Light and Shimmer

When it comes to choosing the right makeup for photographs, dark shades with a matte finish are definitely the way to go. While the subtle sparkle in shimmery shades looks beautiful in real life, it tends to reflect light right onto your face and make you look oily in photographs. Matte shades are great because they are flat, so they appear as they are. Additionally, light and pastel shades don’t really appear strongly in photographs, so dark and deep hues are always a much better choice if you want your eye makeup to be seen. If you want to play it safe, shades of brown and gold always work well.

Blush Is Essential

Again, while your face might look healthy in real life, it will look completely washed out in photographs if you do not apply blush to the apples of your cheeks. Even a light shade can make all the difference and give your skin the lovely flush it needs to glow in photographs. Trust me!