Behind the Scenes: My Makeup N Hair Process
Getting ready is part of the magic. Here is a look at the prep, tools, N techniques I use to create long-lasting styles.
Here I am in action, creating voluminous curls for a party look. I use professional-grade tools and techniques, including adding extensions, to build the perfect foundation for a long-lasting style.
The final touches are just as important as the foundation. Here, I'm applying a finishing spray to a sleek low bun to tame any flyaways and ensure a polished, perfect look.
A candid moment of me styling a client for a wedding event. I'm adding fresh flowers to her wavy hairstyle to create a beautiful, customized look.
This video shows me getting a client ready for her engagement. You can see the collaboration between the makeup artist and me as we work together to create her final look.
About Behind the Scenes
You will not find scripted setups here. These clips show the real deal: how I set curls with professional tongs, blend extensions for volume, N apply setting spray for 12+ hour longevity. It is about the technical prep that keeps your look intact from the first photo to the last dance.
People often see the finished photo on Instagram, but the real work happens in the chair. As an NYC-trained HMUA, my process starts long before the final hairspray. It begins with analyzing your hair texture N skin type.
The HMUA Process
I rely on high-grade tools like professional-grade tongs N heat protection sprays. In the videos, you will see me using specific techniques to build foundation. Whether it is clipping in extensions for a voluminous party ponytail or using crimping for grip on a traditional bun, everything is structural.
For the face, I focus on longevity. My base routine involves humidity-resistant primers N HD foundations like MAC or NARS, tailored for Mumbai weather. This is why I emphasize the importance of skin prep. If the base is not set right, the GLAM will not last.
Why Process Matters
- Foundation: I use 12+ hour setting sprays to lock in looks.
- Versatility: I handle both makeup N hair, which helps in maintaining a cohesive style.
- Collaboration: For big events, I work alongside other artists to keep the timeline on track.
- Extensions: I know how to blend client-owned extensions so they look natural.
When you book me, you are not just getting a look, you are getting the technique I perfected in NYC salons, adapted for the Mumbai climate.
Sonal Shah
I am Sonal. My NYC training at Brittany Beauty Academy changed how I approach hair N makeup. I am all about functional, long-lasting styles that make you feel like yourself.
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