Makeup Tips & Professional Techniques
Whether you are getting ready for a big event or refining your everyday routine, here are the techniques and product combinations I use on set to keep skin looking fresh, healthy, and unfiltered.
A flawless makeup application starts with great skin prep. In this video, I walk you through my essential steps, from cleansing and hydrating with a serum to moisturizing and priming for a smooth, long-lasting base.
Want to avoid cakey foundation? Here I demonstrate common foundation mistakes, like using a dry sponge or gliding instead of dabbing, and show you the correct techniques for a seamless, skin-like finish.
Setting spray is key for long-lasting makeup. I compare some of my favorite setting sprays, including the L'Oréal Infallible and Urban Decay All Nighter, and explain how to use each one to lock in your look.
In this quick tutorial, I show you how to create a beautiful brown lip combo. I use a Huda Beauty lip liner to define the shape and top it with an e.l.f. Cosmetics lip gloss for a full, glossy finish.
About Makeup Tips & Product Knowledge
Stop gliding your foundation on with a dry sponge. If you want a seamless, skin-like finish that doesn't look cakey by midday, always use a dabbing motion. Pressing the product into your pores rather than dragging it across the surface is the exact technique I use on set to create that 'no-makeup' look for my clients.
Skin Prep is Everything
Great makeup isn't about covering up, it's about the canvas you create. Before I even touch a brush, I focus on a 4-step prep routine using hydrating serums and moisturizers like The Ordinary or Cetaphil. If your skin isn't hydrated, your foundation will look textured regardless of how expensive it is. I always advise using sunscreen daily, as it keeps your skin barrier healthy and ensures your makeup base sits smoothly.
Achieving the 'Unfiltered' Base
Many of my clients struggle with makeup that feels heavy or starts to slide off after a few hours in Mumbai's humidity. The secret is in the layering.
- The Dabbing Technique: Never drag your sponge or brush. Dabbing helps the foundation grip the skin.
- Setting Matters: I rotate between different setting sprays based on the goal. Use Urban Decay All Nighter for long shoot days where the makeup needs to be bulletproof. If you want a hydrated, natural glow, Anastasia Beverly Hills Dewy Set is perfect.
My Go-To Product Combinations
I am frequently asked about the 'nude' lip look that stays put. My current favorite for a polished, full-looking lip is to line with a Huda Beauty lip liner to define the shape, then finish with an e.l.f. Cosmetics lip gloss. It’s simple, effective, and works for almost any occasion, from corporate headshots to cocktail parties.
Why Technique Beats Trends
Trends like glass skin or graphic liners are fun, but your daily routine should be about what works for your specific skin type. Whether you are dealing with under-eye pigmentation or trying to achieve a matte finish for an interview, the goal is always to enhance your features, not hide them. If you have questions about specific products in my kit or want to know how to adapt these looks for your own face, I am happy to guide you.
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