Make-up Trend: Under Eye Smoky Eye

In the pages of the latest issue of Vogue India, Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan was seen in an innovative application of eye shadow. Rather than sweeping it across her lids, make-up artist Mickey Contractor kept her eyes neutral and dabbed a metallic slate eye shadow under her bottom lashline with a silvery white shadow in her inner corners. It's simple and smoky in an unexpected and undeniably sexy way!

Rec: M.A.C Print Eye Shadow

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Make-up Trend: Gray-Green Smoky Eyes & Peachy Cheeks

To match her gorgeous emerald green dress, Freida Pinto sported some gray-green smoky eyes at the premiere of boyfriend, Dev Patel's new movie, The Last Airbender. To get her look, blend an olive green eye shadow all over the lids, and then apply a light gray in the creases. "The look was applied so when Freida opened her eyes we see more gray, but when she looks down we see green", said her make-up artist, Jeffrey Paul. And with just a touch of mascara and black eye liner she was red-carpet ready!

UPDATE: For the premiere of The Last Airbender in New York City, Freida Pinto's makeup artist Jeffrey Paul created a sensual but low-key look. "I wanted summery makeup that was warm, inviting and sexy, but still current and modern," he said. "I gave the cheeks a translucent glow with a bright orange cheek stain. It was sheer and shimmer-free, so it enhanced the skin with a dewy, not glittery, finish."

Rec: M.A.C Sumptuous Olive and Print Eye Shadows; Stila Gerbera Convertible Color

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When Bad Make-up Happens To Good People

Isn't it a coincidence that both Aishwarya and Sonam are L'oreal ambasadresses and both had a WTH moment recently. Sonam, at the launch of the latest issue of Filmfare and Aishwarya on the sets of Robot. Sonam's under eye concealer is cakey, and in an unflattering shade which makes her face look ashy and two-toned. On the other hand, Aishwarya looks awful with those stark lines of brush on her cheeks. I love the smokey eyes, but the 80's harsh and unflattering pink blush has to go!

All in all, both of these ladies are stunning, and do not need that much make-up be it in events or movies.

Your opinions?

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Make-up Trend: Violet Eye Shadow

If you have a creamy skin tone like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's, a violet shadow may actually be used as a neutral shadow. On the sets of her new movie Robot, her amethyst hue, worn just above the crease, was both subtle and striking. Apply sparingly, and choose a shade with a hint of shimmer to really work the look.

Rec: NARS Strada Eye Shadow

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People India [June 2010]: India's Most Beautiful [Kareena Kapoor]

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Make-up Trend: Soft Peachy Eyes

"We kept the colors fresh and peachy to create a natural, easy look for Anushka Dandekar to go with the beachy aspect of the shoot," said makeup artist Subhash Vagal. He brushed iridescent nectarine shadow on the upper lid. He then blended it up softly past the socket but not as far as the brow. A swipe of warm taupe shadow on the crease and below the lower lashes added depth and definition. Finally, a thin line of liquid liner along the top lashline finished her look. "The black liner made the green of her eyes really pop," said Subhash.

Rec: Kat Von D True Romance Eye Shadow Palette

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Hair Trend: Classic French Twist

To get Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's hair at Raavan's London Premiere, her hairstylist took inspiration from icons of the 50's-60's when he created this utterly sophisticated style. Use a styling cream to smooth the hair and prevent frizz before parting it on the side. Then he teased the hair all over and rolled it into a French twist, securing it with bobby pins.

Rec: L'Oreal Studio Overworked Hair Putty Styling Paste Texture Plus Control

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New Woman [June 2010]: Karisma Kapur and Kareena Kapoor Reveal Their Body & Skin Secrets

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Beauty India: Make Up That Suits Your Face [Jun 2010]

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Lara Dutta's Beauty Favorites from Vogue India

 

Vanity Bag Essentials

Lara says, "I can't live without my body moisturizer. I love Fresh Sugar Acai Age-Delay Body Cream." My other must-haves include Sisley Face Cream, Kiehl's Lip Balm and Maybelline Colossal Volum' Express Mascara. During the day, I wear a lot of mascara, lip gloss, and Julie Hewett Cheekie Cheek & Lip Shine. At night, I go heavier on the eyes."

Hair Essentials

Since I do a lot with my hair, I often go for protein treatments and head massages to keep it healthy. 

Get Glamorous Tip

Even if you're tired and not feeling too great, nothing perks you up better than getting your hair done.

In-flight Ritual

I don't drink alcohol, tea or coffee. I drink a lot of water and use deep hydrating creams or even light creams which provide longer hours of hydration. I always get my hair done before taking a flight to avoid bed-head hair.

Beauty Black Book
Trainer: Zareen Watson and Deanne Pandey
Hair: Ciarabelle Saldhana
Mani-pedi: Kavi's Nail Care


Beauty Icon
Cate Blanchett

Biggest Beauty Fear
Having a massive skin breakout before a shoot.

Heaven Scent
Thierry Mugler Angel is my all time favorite fragrance. During the night, I use Tom Ford Black Orchid.

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Vogue India Beauty Page [June 2010]

1. La Mer The Moisturizing Gel Cream
2. Clinique Moisture Sheer Tint SPF 15 in Beige
3. Lancome Silky Mat Foundation
4. Chanel Precision Sublimage Essential Regenerating Fluid
5. Estee Lauder Shimmering Loose Powder
6. Diorskin Nude Natural Glow Hydrating Makeup in Honey Beige
7. Bobbi Brown Tinted Moisturizing Balm SPF 25
8. YSL Matt Touch Compact Foundation

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Lakme Night Fever By Suneet Verma Signature Looks

Earlier last month, I introduced Lakme Night Fever Collection which was first showcased during Lakme Fashion Week in April. Lakme recently released the signature looks' for the collection.

Look 1: Moonlight Salsa

Face: Wear the hottest complexion this season. Lakme has developed a range of foundations in shades matched perfectly for you. Select your shade and blend it into your skin for the most amazing finish you would ever desire.
Eyes: Generously cover your entire upper eyelid with Eye Magic in Gold. Blend in with the applicator brush or your fingertips. Run a thin stroke of Black Impact Eyeliner along the upper eyelash line from the inner corner of your eyes to the outer corner. Draw a bold stroke of the Black Impact Eyeliner along the lower lash line and stretch it towards the outer corner for added drama. Sweep your eyelashes with a coat of velvet black Lash Artist Mascara
Lips: Begin with lining your outer lip line with Lip Artist in Sienna. Fill in your lips with the creamy lip crayon to give your lips a soft matte finish.
Nails: Coat your nails with a neat layer of True Wear Nail Color in 420. Top it up with another coat for the super intense finish to die for!

Look 2: Starlight Casino

Face: Wear the hottest complexion this season. Lakme has developed a range of foundations in shades matched perfectly for you. Select your shade and blend it into your skin for the most amazing finish you would ever desire.
Eyes: Go Graphic with your eyes this season! Cover your entire upper eye lid in a layer of silver glitz with Eye Magic in Silver. Blend evenly with the applicator brush or using your finger tips. Using the Black Impact Liner, along your upper and lower lash line to draw a thick line following the shape of your eyes. Extend it outwards in a square shape for this graphic look. Finish your look with high-definition lashes with Lash Artist Mascara.
Lips: This season, create a duo tone effect on your lips. Outline & fill your lower lip with Lip Artist in Carmine. Cover your upper lip with Lip Artist in Terra Cotta. The light and dark colors create an interesting contrast that looks absolutely stunning.
Nails: Coat your nails with a neat layer of True Wear Nail Color in 529. Top it up with another coat for a lustrous lacquered finish!

Look 3: Club Hop

Face: Wear the hottest complexion this season. Lakme has developed a range of foundations in shades matched perfectly for you. Select your shade and blend it into your skin for the most amazing finish you would ever desire.
Eyes: The new texturized art of make up from Lakme. Begin with randomly placing several tiny bindis on the upper eye lid. Fill in the entire eye lid with a rich coat of Glide On Eye Color in Plush Purple. Blend the color right up to the brow bone, smudging it slightly towards the outer eye lid. Remove the bindis for the dotted effect. Smudge some color on the lower eyelid from the inner corner of the eye towards the outer corners with Glide On Eye Color in Plush Purple. Line the inside of your lower lash line with Lakme Kajal. Finish with a hint of glimmer. Blend in some Eye Magic in Gold or Silver on the inner corners of the lower eyes. Add drama to your eyes! Define your eye lashes with the Lash Artist Mascara. When it dries up follow with a second coat for an ultra-glam look.
Lips: Apply a luxurious coat of Enrich Satin Lip Color in 527.
Nails: Coat your nails with a neat layer of True Wear Nail Color in 529. Top it up with another coat for a lustrous lacquered finish!

Look 4: Sufi Rock

Face: Wear the hottest complexion this season. Lakme has developed a range of foundations in shades matched perfectly for you. Select your shade and blend it into your skin for the most amazing finish you would ever desire.
Eyes: Apply a generous stroke of Glide On Eye Color in Aqua Green over your entire upper eye lid. Extend it in a winged shape towards the outer corners of your eyes. Use the Black Impact Eyeliner to draw a thick line along the upper eyelid. Repeat the same on the lower lid from the inner corner to the outer corner of your lower lash line. Extend the liner at the corners and finish it with a swirl at the end for that “ethno-chic” look. Create stunningly full, lush lashes with a stroke of Lash Artist Mascara.

Lips: Outline your lips with the creamy, matte Lip Artist in Sienna. Coat your lips with Enrich Satin Lip Color in 528 for a satin finish in luscious chocolate

Nails: Coat your nails with a neat layer of True Wear Nail Color in 041. Top it up with another coat for a lustrous lacquered finish!

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Make-up Trend: Old-School Hollywood Makeup

Looking like a Hollywood-esque diva Vidya Balan graced this month's cover of Andpersand, to recreate her look apply black liquid eyeliner to your upper lids, starting in the inner corners and drawing out. Thicken the line toward the outer edges. Then, using a small pointed brush, dab a tiny amount of champagne-gold powder shadow under the inner third of the eye. Apply 3-4 coats of mascara on your top lashes only. Rim your water line with a white eye pencil and finish the look off with a rose tinted stain stain.

Rec: Tarte Natural Lip Stain with LipSurgence Technology in Enchanted

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Sonam Kapoor's L'oreal UV Perfect Cream Advertisement

Editor's note: It's refreshing to see Bollywood advertising sunblock as opposed to whitening creams. Your thoughts on the ad?

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Make-up Trend: The Perfect Lipstick

At the launch of the 3 Idiots Script Book, Kareena Kapoor had fresh, understated makeup—but what makes her look flawless is her impeccably perfect lipcolor. To make sure your lipstick goes on evenly and stays put, use lip liner as a basecoat. If you're wearing a light hue, like Kareena, try a nude liner, which won't muddy your lipstick. Finish with a swipe of sheer balm or lip gloss for a touch shine.

Rec: M.A.C Spice Lip Pencil; M.A.C Cherish Lipstick

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Make-up Trend: Perfect Mascara-ed Lashes

At the French Open 2010, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's lush, voluminous lashes caught everyone's attention. To get your mascara just right, consider adding a lash primer to your routine. The conditioning formulas have a dual-effect—they amp up the volume of your lashes and assure that your mascara stays put.

Rec: L'oreal Double Extend Lash Boosting Mascara in Black

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IIFA 2010 Make-up Trends

Kareena Kapoor: neutral smoky eyes

Lara Dutta: metallic smoky eyes

Neha Dhupia: neutral smoky eyes with nude lips

Bipasha Basu: winged cat eyes with bright pink lips


Sophie: Dramatic winged smoky eyes with a nude pink mouth


Diya Mirza: Neutral eyes to enhance her gorgeous eyes with a peachy pout


Kangna Ranaut: nude smoky eyes with baby pink lips

According to M.A.C Senior Artist Vimi Joshi, for this year's IIFA Awards "think bright vibrant Colors...glitter and crystals... In pure Bollywood style." 

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Make-up Trend: Warm Pink Lip Gloss

On the latest issue of GQ India, Barbara Mori chose a warm pink gloss to accentuate her dark smoky eyes. If you're wearing a cool toned bikini, choose a lip color in the same family, but not the same shade. The effect is a sophisticated, tonal blend—not a matchy matchy mess.

Rec: Too Faced Glamour Gloss in Tickle Me

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Make-up Trend: Glistening Skin

On the latest issue of Harper's Bazaar India, Nethra's skin glistened and looked perfectly poised. To replicate the look, add a pinch of pearlescent powder to your daily moisturizer. Apply as usual for healthy looking skin with a subtle incandescence.

Rec: Guerlain Meteorites Powder in Mythic 01

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Make-up Trend: Kohl-Rimmed Peepers

In her latest movie Raajneeti, Katrina Kaif shows off some simple and sexy kohl-rimmed peepers. If you want to go for this sultry look in the summer months, you have two choices to keep it from melting in the heat: work a dab of eyelid primer along your top and bottom lashline before applying, or set the makeup with a sweep of translucent powder when you're finished. Both techniques will keep your liner right where you want it.

Rec: Stila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eye Liner in Stingray

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