Indian festivities - you know what they're like - an explosion of colour, music and energy - but let's not forget, the heat and humidity is a right old nightmare for your makeup. Whether you're getting snapped at a family prayer ceremony or a friend's wedding party, you need a look that's going to last from the first photo to the very last dance.
We've been putting MARS Cosmetics to the test at our lab at MakeupOcean Magazine. They've somehow managed to crack the code on high pigment products that actually survive our crazy climate without breaking the bank.
Here's our step by step guide to achieving a "Festive Glam" look that looks like a million bucks, but feels like hardly anything on your skin.
1. A Sticky Base That Won't Let You Down
We all know that in our humid climate, your biggest enemy isn't sweat - it's your foundation slippin' and sliding all over the place. Before you even think about putting on your makeup, you need a good base to work with. That's where the MARS Take a Glow Illuminating Primer comes in.
Quick Tip: Just pat it into your skin, especially around the nose and forehead. This creates a tacky surface that "locks" your foundation in place. If you've got super oily skin, try sprinkling a bit of loose powder on top of your primer before your foundation - an old hack that still works like a charm for keeping your makeup in place.
2. A Flawless Finish That's Not Cakey
The MARS BB Cream and their City Paradise Foundation are surprisingly breathable for how well they cover. For festivals, you want decent coverage without lookin' like you're wearin' a mask.
Apply your base in thin layers, startin' from the centre of your face and blendin' outwards with a damp sponge. And remember, Indian skin tones often have beautiful warm undertones, so pick a shade that suits you. Avoid goin' for somethin' that's too cool or "pinky" as it can end up lookin' a bit grey after a couple of hours in the heat.
3. Eyes that Pop (and Stay Put Too)
Festivities are all about a bit of drama, aren't they? The MARS Fantasy 15 Eyeshadow Palette is one of our current faves at the store. The shimmers are gorgeous and don't need a wet brush to show up.
The Look: Sweep a warm terracotta in the crease. Take a gold or champagne shimmer and press it onto the centre of the lid with your ring finger.
The Secret: Humidity makes eyeshadow crease. To stop this from happenin', "prime" your lids with a tiny bit of concealer and dust it with some powder before applyin' the shadow.
Finish off with the MARS Ultra Curl Long Lasting Mascara. It's water-resistant, which is a must if you're goin' to be outdoors or dancing the night away.
4. The Iconic Bold Lip
No Indian festive look is complete without a statement lip. If you're goin' to be eatin' and drinkin', you need somethin' that's transfer-proof. The MARS Won't Smudge Won't Budge Lipsticks are the real deal.
For a classic look, go for a deep brick red or a bold plum. If you find matte lipsticks a bit dry, try applyin' a thin layer of lip balm about 10 minutes before the lipstick, blottin' it off with a bit of tissue and then applyin' the colour. Keeps your lips comfortable without compromisin' the finish.
5. The Final Lock
And finally, if you skip the setting spray, you're kinda leavin' your face lookin' "unfinished". Give your face a good strong mist of the MARS Seal the Deal Makeup Fixer. This melts the powder into your skin, gettin' rid of that dusty look and leavin' you with a healthy, festive glow.
Final Thoughts
MARS is proving that you don't have to break the bank to get good quality makeup. Their products are specifically designed with the Indian consumer in mind - bold colours, long-wear formulas and shades that actually suit our skin.
Want to recreate this look? We've just restocked the latest from the brand. You can check out the full range of MARS Cosmetics at MakeupOcean here and get 'em delivered straight to your doorstep.
What's your go-to festive shade? Let us know in the comments and we might feature your request in our next "How-To School" session!
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