Makeup Secrets & Tutorials
Not just applying makeup, but understanding it. I share my steps, tips, and the reality behind those glowing looks I create in Bangalore.
Want that Korean glass skin? This video shows you how to use a radiance balm to get an instant dewy finish, giving your skin a soft, natural-looking glow and a hydrating finish.
Not all Vitamin C needs to be eaten! In this video, I show you how to apply a Vitamin C serum to brighten your skin, even out your skin tone, and fade dark spots for a revitalized look.
Looking for a foundation that lasts all day? Here are my top 5 foundations that don’t budge for over 12 hours, including both high-end and affordable options.
Some common sense makeup etiquette for clients. To get flawless makeup, it's important to restrict movement, avoid touching your face, and make payments on time.
Are you making this one mistake? Stop baking your makeup! It can be drying, emphasize texture, and is not ideal for all skin types. I explain why in this video.
If you want flawless makeup, skin prep is very important. I believe a great look starts with a great canvas, so I always follow a five-step routine: cleansing, toning, serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen.
Want to do your own makeup for Karwa Chauth? In this detailed tutorial, I show you how to create a classic festive look with a dewy base and a traditional red lip, even if you don't have professional brushes.
Many clients ask for a "simple makeup look," thinking it takes less time. In this video, I break down the expectation versus the reality, showing that the technique is different but the steps to achieve a flawless, natural finish are just as detailed.
Let's talk about makeup reality. While makeup can cover pigmentation and dark spots, it cannot hide the texture of pimples. We are makeup artists, not plastic surgeons.
Here are a few things makeup artists should tell their clients beforehand. Simple things like having your threading done and providing a table and chair can make the process much smoother.
About My Makeup Secrets & Tutorials
Getting that flawless finish is not about just applying foundation, it is about how you treat your skin before the first brush stroke. I follow a strict five-step skin prep routine for every client in Bangalore, starting with cleansing and ending with a protective sunscreen, because a great look always starts with a healthy canvas.
The Reality of Simple Makeup
Many clients ask for a simple makeup look, thinking it takes less time or effort. The reality is that it takes the same, if not more, attention to detail as heavy glam. The technique is just different. A clean, minimal look is all about enhancing your natural features for a fresh finish, rather than layering products to cover structure.
My Approach to Longevity
Whether I am doing your makeup for a festival or a photoshoot, my goal is a 12 plus hour stay. I use a mix of products from Huda Beauty, Nars, and Estee Lauder to achieve this. If you want a dewy glow, I apply strobe cream right after the primer. This creates that lit-from-within look that does not just sit on the surface.
Let us Talk About Texture
I believe in being honest. Makeup can cover pigmentation and dark spots, but it cannot hide the texture of active pimples or acne. We are makeup artists, not plastic surgeons. My goal is to work with your skin, not against it. I post filter-free photos of my work so you know exactly what is possible.
Want to Learn?
If you want to turn your interest into a skill, I teach these exact techniques in my 30-day professional makeup and hairstyle course here in Bangalore. We break down everything, from product selection to the order of application. If you have been struggling to get your foundation to sit right or want to learn how to create a smokey eye that actually looks like a pro did it, send me a message.
Mansi Kohli
Hi, I am Mansi. I love making you look good, but I also love teaching you how to do it yourself. My approach is simple: clean skin, the right technique, and keeping it real about what makeup can actually achieve.
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