Riya Matta

I'm a makeup and hair artist specializing in luminous, glass-skin looks for celebrity campaigns, editorial shoots, and brides. I lead creative teams for projects in Mumbai and travel worldwide for my craft.

A full runway look from a Manish Malhotra bridal couture show. I created a powerful yet elegant look with a clean, structured updo and makeup that highlighted the model's features, ensuring she looked majestic under the bright lights of the fashion show.

For a cocktail party or reception, a touch of drama can be stunning. Here, I created a captivating smokey eye and a sculpted look to complement this deep navy blue ensemble, perfect for an unforgettable evening.

Here is a glimpse of me at work, doing what I love most. I believe in a focused and meticulous approach, ensuring every detail is perfect to bring the final vision to life.

Bridal Makeup & Hair

Travels to venues across Mumbai and India for weddings

I do bridal makeup and hair that matches your outfit and style for every wedding event, focus on fresh skin, and travel anywhere you need.

15-35K

per bridal event/session

On the runway for the Manish Malhotra Bridal Couture Show. This look features glowing skin and defined eyes, designed to be impactful from a distance and under bright runway lights.

A fun, character-driven look for an ad campaign for the Arihant app. This project involved creating distinct makeup and hair for a large cast, showcasing my team's ability to handle diverse requirements on a busy set.

A feature from my editorial work with ELLE India. For this shoot, I created a sophisticated and clean makeup look that feels timeless and elegant, fitting for a high-fashion magazine spread.

Here I am in my element, working backstage. This shot captures the focus and precision required on set, ensuring every detail is perfect before the camera rolls.

Commercial & Editorial Makeup

Travels to sets and client locations across Mumbai and India

I do makeup and hair for ad films, magazine shoots, runway shows, and brand campaigns, handling both natural and bold looks for all genders, and can work solo or lead a team for any production size.

10-40K

per day

Creating a timeless red-carpet look for the Lokmat Stylish Awards. This classic glam features a bold red lip and soft, defined eyes, paired with elegant waves for a look that is both striking and sophisticated.

Male grooming for an Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla runway show. The goal was a clean, polished look that enhances features naturally under the bright lights of the runway, ensuring the model looks his absolute best.

Hair artistry is a key part of my service. Here, I styled a chic, curly bob for a Realme ad shoot, defining the curls to create texture and volume for a fun, modern look that holds up on set.

Special Occasion Makeup & Hair

Travels to client locations across Mumbai and India for events

I do both makeup and hair for special events and photoshoots, matching your look to your outfit and occasion, and I travel to your location in or outside Mumbai.

5-15K

per person

Meet your expert

Riya Matta

My Story

Hey, I’m Riya Matta. Mumbai’s home, but honestly, my makeup kit’s seen more airports than my suitcase! Backstage at fashion shows – Abu Jani, Sandeep Khosla, the energy’s wild, everyone’s buzzing. Ad shoots, models, directors, celebs – it’s a madhouse, but I love it. First brush stroke to last photo, that’s my jam. I get to meet all sorts of people, and really, I’m just here doing what makes me happy.

My Work

Makeup & Hair for All Occasions - I do makeup and hair for celebs, brides, ads, editorial shoots. Mumbai-based, but I travel wherever work calls.

Signature Glow and Glass Skin - Love creating luminous skin - think glass skin makeup or peachy, fresh looks for campaigns.

Leading Big Teams - For big shoots or fashion shows, I head the makeup and hair team, making sure everything clicks.

Bridal Makeup Specialist - Brides by Riya is my bridal portfolio - I make sure you look stunning with luminous bridal makeup.

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