Celebrity & Influencer Makeup Looks by Nikita
From red carpet events to fashion week shoots, I love bringing the glam to Mumbai's brightest stars. Here is a peek at some of my favorite celebrity transformations.
It’s always a pleasure when your work is praised by talented people like Priyanka Chahar Choudhary. I had so much fun creating this glamorous look for her, and I'm so happy she loved it.
Loved enhancing the natural elegance of actress Firoza Khan (Khanzaadi) with this soft, minimal look. Her beauty shines in this all-white lace outfit.
Pink glam but make it soft and effortlessly chic. This look for Priyanka Chahar Choudhary is perfect for a Diwali party, featuring a beautiful hand-painted lehenga and soft, glowing makeup.
Glowing for Diwali. This look for Priyanka features a stunning orange lehenga, a traditional braided hairstyle, and warm, luminous makeup.
Keeping it classic, keeping it black. This all-black lehenga look on Priyanka is timelessly elegant, paired with a smokey eye and voluminous waves for a Diwali party.
Another shot of Firoza Khan, where her soft makeup and wavy hair create a fresh and effortless vibe.
A smiling portrait of Firoza Khan. The minimal makeup approach ensures her natural features and radiant smile are the focus.
A candid, windswept shot of Firoza. Her hair has natural movement, and the makeup remains flawless.
A playful and happy shot of Firoza. The makeup is subtle, perfect for a clean and modern photoshoot.
Minimal, radiant, and effortless. This close-up of Firoza shows the soft, glowing skin and natural-looking makeup.
About As Seen On: Celebrity & Influencer Features
Working with celebrities taught me one major rule: camera lighting is unforgiving. Whether it's a high-flash Diwali party or a studio photoshoot, I use an HD-finish base that handles the light without looking like a mask. It is the same technique I use for my brides—making sure you look radiant in person and flawless on camera, no heavy filters needed.
The glamour you see in these photos, like the looks I created for Priyanka Chahar Choudhary or Firoza Khan, is the final result of a lot of 'BTS' hustle. People often think celebrity makeup is just about expensive products, but it is actually about adaptability.
The Reality of Celebrity Glam
When I am prepping for a shoot or a fashion event, I am usually on a tight timeline. I have to make sure the makeup doesn't just look good when we start, but stays put under hot stage lights or while shooting outdoors in Mumbai’s humidity. For these looks, I focus on specific details:
- HD-Finish Bases: We avoid anything that creases. I use products that blur texture while letting natural skin show through.
- Flash-Proof Makeup: We test how the highlighter reacts to camera flashes so you don't end up with white patches.
- Versatility: From a soft, minimal look for an influencer photoshoot to a bold, heavy-glam look for a Diwali party, the technique changes entirely.
I treat my wedding clients with the exact same focus. Whether you are walking down the aisle or posing for pre-wedding photos, you need makeup that makes you feel confident, not like someone else. If you are curious about how we can achieve a similar 'red carpet' finish for your big day, let's chat.
Nikita Dave
I’m Nikita, a Mumbai-based makeup artist who believes the best look is the one where you feel like yourself. When I’m not busy on a set or working with celebrities, you’ll find me teaching students at my studio or riding my scooter, Dhanno, across the city. My goal is simple: to make you feel confident, whether you are walking a red carpet or walking down the aisle.
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