Busting Makeup Myths: Professional Techniques That Actually Work

People say "Bhumika Bahl bahut badtameez hai." The truth is, I am direct and I don't believe in shortcuts. My academy is a place of love and pure technique.

I sarcastically tell my students to "waste" their money on this palette because it's actually a smart investment. The shades work on every skin tone, from fair to dark, saving you money in the long run.

What to do when a client doesn't understand your artistic vision? I teach my students to listen to the client. Sometimes, you have to quiet your inner artist and just do the work they ask for.

When you are doing a bride's makeup, no one else is allowed in the room. I teach my students to be firm about this rule to avoid unwanted opinions and distractions.

Many artists make the mistake of directly applying a light shade to make someone look "gora." I teach the correct, buildable technique: start with a dark shade to match, then lighten.

I don't sell products in my academy. When I recommend something, it's because I genuinely use and believe in it, not because I get paid for it. My academy is a sacred temple, not a shop.

I give my students the right exposure to identify fake vs. original products. Here, I show them how to spot a counterfeit by looking at the font and packaging details.

Pink and purple loose powders are a new "drama" in the market. I explain how to use them to balance undertones: pink powder for a yellow face, and yellow powder for a pink face.

More market "dramein." I explain that while pink and purple powders can be fun to pamper yourself with, they are not required for professional use. Translucent and banana powders are the essentials.