Makeup Tutorials & Behind-the-Scenes
I love pulling back the curtain on how I get that signature radiant finish. From quick festive fixes to the precise artistry behind a shoot, here is the reality of my process—no heavy filters, just skin that looks like skin.
Rakhi ready in 10 minutes. This tutorial shows you how to get a festive, dewy look with no foundation and no fuss. I share the exact products I used so you can recreate this easy, soft makeup look at home.
A glimpse of me in my element. This behind-the-scenes video shows the process of creating a soft matte, sculpted base with brown halo smokey eyes. It's all about refined, effortless glam that photographs like a dream.
About Tutorials & Behind The Scenes
My process starts long before the makeup touches your face. I invest 20 minutes in dedicated skin prep, which is the real secret to why my looks last all night without feeling like a heavy mask. Whether it is a quick pataka look for a festival or a polished shoot-ready vibe, it is all about mastering the blending and letting your natural skin texture shine through.
You have likely noticed in my videos that I rarely rely on heavy foundation. My philosophy for two decades has been simple: makeup is meant to enhance, not hide. When I film a tutorial, like my Rakhi-ready routine, the goal is to show you that you can achieve a festive, dewy finish by focusing on quality cream products and strategic placement rather than layers of powder.
The Reality of the Kit
Behind every photo you see, there is a lot of prep. My kit is filled with high-end, pro-grade products—things like Embryolisse for hydration or Charlotte Tilbury for that magic glow. But having the right product is only half the battle. The other half is technique. When I talk about halo smoky eyes or sculpting for a shoot, I am showing you the actual balance of light and shadow that makes a face pop under bright event lights or flash photography.
Why I Share My Process
I share these moments because I want you to know exactly what you are getting. If you are hiring me for a wedding or a party, you are not paying for a 'one-size-fits-all' mask. You are getting a tailored, skin-focused session. Whether it is a subtle glow for a godhbharai or a bold, sculpted look for a sangeet, the approach remains the same—respecting your skin’s texture, using waterproof techniques for our humid Mumbai weather, and ensuring you look like the best version of yourself in the mirror and on camera.
Priya Todarwal
I'm Priya. After 20 years of playing with textures and tones, I've realized that the best makeup is the kind that feels like nothing at all. I focus on skin-first techniques to make sure you look radiant, not caked up, no matter the event.
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