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With November almost rolling in, garba nights are just around the corner. Navratri ke aate hi everyone is ready to flaunt their brightest lehengas and smooth moves. 9 dazzling days of dandiya and fabulous fashion! The festival is an emotion in itself. As the sun sets, the festive vibe of Navratri comes alive. “Ayy Haalo” ki gunj ke saath, everyone is all set to make their star entries. But wait, are you still struggling to complete your look? Your outfits are laid out but makeup for Navratri ka kya? Let us take some thakaan off your shoulder and help you out. Whether you want to look sundar aur sushil, or you want to make a spicy bold statement, we’ve got all the moods covered. Because girls like to swing. Here are 9 Navratri makeup looks you can steal this festive season:
1. Glowing Goddess
Nothing screams divine like an ethereal glowing face. To get the perfect glowing face makeup, follow these steps: Step 1: Prime your face using the most hydrating moisturiser and then go in with a tinted primer. This will act as a barrier for your other makeup products and make application super easy. Step 2: Use a face mist to set the makeup in between the steps, this will help products blend easy and smooth. Step 3: Now for the glow, mix a small amount of highlighter with your foundation. A cream-based or liquid highlighter will work the best. Apply this mix like you would apply your foundation and, voila! you have a dewy face all ready.
2. Monochrome For The Win
In the fashion world, monochrome has been winning hearts forever. This is perfect for when you want your outfit to shine and be the star of the show. Here’s how you can do it: Step 1: Use a creamy foundation to set the base. Step 2: Go in with your blush of the day, based on your colour of choice you can opt for a pink, red or brownish shade. Give your cheeks a healthy glow. Step 3: For the eyes, follow the colour theme and apply your shimmery eyeshadow. You can also play around with graphic eyeliner of the same colour to bring something unique to the table. Step 4: Finish the look by smacking on a complimenting lipstick. There’s so much you can do with a single colour for your picture perfect Navratri makeup look.
3. Golden Magic
Ah, now who can go wrong with gold in festive times? To get this inna sona garba makeup look, follow the steps: Step 1: Pick a gold that compliments your skin tone, after a subtle base of your usual makeup, done your gold. Apply a small amount in the inner corner of your eyes and at the centre of your lids and blend it well. Step 2: Go with dramatic lashes to bring out the golden colour.
4. Smoking Hot
Name a more classic makeup look than smokey eyes, we’ll wait. While we wait, you should go and try this makeup look if you haven’t already. Step 1: Start with a clean base using a primer. This will help in keeping your makeup long lasting. To even out any flaws, use a concealer under your eyes and eyelids. Step 2: Apply your black eyeshadow on the outer corner and blend it in. Make sure there aren’t any harsh lines. Using eyeliner, draw along your natural lash line.
5. Rolling Reds
The colour red is the jaan of all celebrations, why not base your Navratri makeup look around it? Step 1: Start with a dewy base makeup and contour your face with a bronzer. Step 2: Use a long lasting kajal on your lower and upper eyelid to highlight your eyes. Apply some volumising mascara to finish your eye look. Step 3: The centre of attention is going to be your red lips, choose the boldest red you own and flaunt it. Want to go a step further? Apply a subtle red blush on your cheeks to give your face a healthy colour.
1. Jewellery is going to be the game changer when it comes to Navratri. Invest in versatile items that can be crossed with other items to create new looks everyday. Here are some pieces you should own: – Silver Choker Necklaces – Chandali Earrings – Classic Jhumkas – Statement Rings – Bangles Set 2. Mix and match your lehenga cholis to get fun and creative outfits. You can also play around to give your garba nights a modern touch by pairing a silky shirt with lehenga. 3. Experiment with your hair colour. Add a pop of red by highlighting a few strands. If you’re afraid of damaging your hair, you can opt for coloured hair extensions.
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