Indian wedding makeup: Step-by-step guide to keep the look intact all day

Attending an Indian wedding? Here is a simple and easy step-by-step guide for makeup that stays fresh through long celebrations.

Indian weddings are all about loud celebrations and emotional moments. If you are attending one as a guest, somewhere in between all that chaos and food, you are supposed to look put-together in every photo. Half the time, you do not even know where your makeup bag is. So if you are standing there wondering how to enjoy every bit of a fat Indian wedding with your makeup still intact, here is the easiest possible breakdown.

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1. Start with clean, calm skin

Before you even touch makeup, rinse your face, pat it dry, and put on a light moisturiser. Give it a minute. Makeup sits better when the base is not dry.

2. Sort out the lips early

Swipe on a lip balm and forget about it for a bit. You want soft, smooth lips by the time you get to lipstick. It makes a bigger difference than people realise.

3. Primer is the quiet hero

A pea-sized amount is enough. Rub it into the areas where your makeup usually runs away first - the T-zone, around the mouth, and under the eyes.

4. Eyes first, always

Wedding eye makeup usually means shimmer or at least a little drama, and that fallout can ruin a perfect base. So start with the eyes. A wash of gold or copper always works. Deepen the outer corner so your eyes do not get lost under the heavy jewellery and bright lights. Add kajal if you love that bold, smoky vibe. Leave applying the mascara for the end.

5. Concealers are important

A little concealer under the eyes and around the nose can hide any dark circles or blemishes. Blend it until it disappears into your skin.

6. Foundation works, but only with a light touch

Indian weddings can go on for hours, so avoid the thick, cakey stuff. Use a lightweight base and build it only where you need extra coverage. Check the shade in natural light or under a flashlight - wrong shades show instantly in wedding photos.

7. Powder your face gently

Apply a tiny bit of powder on the forehead, around the nose, and on the chin. You do not need to mattify your whole face unless you want that look.

8. Use contour

A soft contour under the cheekbones and along the jawline goes a long way. You just want a definition, not a new face.

9. Blush for life

A pop on the apples of your cheeks makes you look fresh, even after a week of functions. Blend it back toward the temples to make it look natural.

10. Don't use too much highlighter

Use a little highlighter on the cheekbones and the high points of your face. Tap it gently to make your face shine.

11. Brush your eyebrows

Brushing your eyebrows can frame your eyes beautifully. Use a brush gently and ensure you don’t change the shape of your brows.

12. The final touch - lips

Line your lips lightly, then go in with a long-wear lipstick. Choose red if you want a bold look, or go for a nude colour if the outfit is loud. Blot once and then reapply for best results.

13. Lock it all in

A setting spray at the end makes everything hold through the dancing, sweating, hugging, and endless camera flashes.

These simple tips can make you shine in the wedding photos and ensure your look is the talk of the event.