Indian weddings are celebrated differently based on the various regions and states – South Indian has their own wedding rituals and North Indian has their own wedding rituals. With the difference in tradition, this also results in a distinct makeup look for the various Indian wedding styles. You can check out this video to see the contrast between South Indian brides and North Indian brides. But generally, Indian weddings are associated with bright striking colours and Indian wedding makeup is known for its use of vibrant colours, especially the smokey eye look and glittery eyeshadows.
Makeup plays a significant role in every wedding, and it can make a huge difference in the bride’s overall look. With your wedding as one of the most important days in your life, you wouldn’t want to end up being unsatisfied with your makeup look or having makeup that becomes cakey halfway through your wedding. Therefore, it is important to choose an experienced and skillful makeup artist that you know your bridal look will be taken care of in good hands.
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Common Questions to Ask Your Indian Makeup Artist
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Availability
The very first thing to check with your makeup artist is whether she is available on your wedding day. You should also check if she has other bookings on that day in the event that you might need to book her for the entire day.
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Hidden Costs
Clarify with your makeup artist on what is included and covered in your bridal package. Some common things to clarify is whether makeup trial and transportation cost is included in the package. Make sure that you go through the package in detail as you wouldn’t want to end up finding out that there are hidden costs and mark up the entire cost of the makeup services.
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Preparations from your End
Check with the makeup artist if there is anything that you should prepare for the makeup session such as equipment like curling, which may not be provided by the makeup artist.
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Types of Service Offered
Inquiry the type of services that the makeup artist is able to offer. Other than makeup and hairdos, is she able to do saree draping and mehndi. This is important for brides that want to save the trouble of finding many other vendors and would prefer to get an all-in-one makeup artist.
Indian Makeup Artists in Singapore
Be.U.tique by Ahmutha Nathan
Ahmutha Nathan, the makeup artist behind Be.U.tique attained her diploma in professional makeup at Cosmoprof Academy in 2001. Started out as a makeup artist at Bobbi Brown in 2006, Ahmutha has seen gaining much experience providing makeup services for media productions, fashion shows, and bridal events. Some notable projects include Pixel Productions by MediaCorp and Indian Tamil Film Awards.
Contact Number: 92715934 (WA)
Email: beutiquesg@gmail.com
Facebook: @BeUtiqueAhmuthaNathan
Instagram: @beutique_by_ahmutha_nathan
Beauty Brush by Ashvin
Having received training in Advanced and Bridal Makeup and Hairstyling at the Christine Valmy International Academy of Beauty, Ashvin decided to start up Beauty Brush to pursue her passion in makeup. Believing that makeup brings out the best of people, Ashvin is dedicated to make every bride feel confident about themselves for their special day. Ashvin specialises in elegant and classy makeup styles with distinct eye makeup techniques. With her professional and skillful hands, Ashvin has received much support and compliments from her clients. So contact her in advance to ensure that you managed to book a spot with her.
Contact Number: 94245302
Email: beautybrush@yahoo.com.sg
Website: www.beautybrushbyashvin.com
Facebook: @beautybrushbyashvin
Instagram: @beautybrushbyashvin
Colours by Priya
Contact Number: 9297 4305
Email: ahgal55@hotmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coloursbypriya/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coloursbypriya/
D’Rouge Glamour
Drishti, the magic behind D’Rouge Glamour, found her passion in the beauty industry after completing her bachelor in International Business, which led her to pursue a Diploma in Professional Makeup Artistry with Cosmoprof Makeup Academy to kick start her journey as a makeup artist. Drishti’s gifting in her skillful hands was eventually recognised when she won Second Prize for the Bridal Makeup Category in the Cosmoprof Makeup Star Awards 2015. Specialising in her smokey eye look with glittering metallic finishes, Drishti is known for her natural dewy look that brings out the inner beauty of every bride instead of hiding under thick layers of makeup.
Contact Number: +65 81803308
Email: drishti@drougeglamour.com
Website: www.drougeglamour.com
Facebook: @DRouge.sg
Instagram: @drougeglamour
Gayathri Menon
Started out since 2011, Gayathri continuously looks to improve on her repertoire of skills to keep up with the latest trend by attending numerous workshops and courses around the world – including Advanced Wedding and Evening hairstyling course from internationally renowned Zukhra Sullieva in 2019, Advanced Make-up course from Pivot Point School of Hair and Beauty India, Professional Wardrobe Styling course from Australian College of Professional Styling and many more.
With her talented and skilful hands, Gayathri has received many acknowledgements and awards across the globe, such as CMO ASIA Award for excellence in Best Wedding Makeup Artist 2019 and featured in UK-based Destination Weddings and Honeymoons Abroad magazine (page 86). Boasting a wealth of experience working with celebrities and TV shows, you can rest assured in her hands for a flawless bridal look.
Gayathri also has a Youtube channel where she does makeovers with step-by-step guides and provides beauty advice.
Gayathri’s extensive skills set offers a wide range of bridal look – be it natural no-makeup look or matte outdoor look, from Western brides to North Indian brides to South Indian brides, Gayathri is able to satisfy any types of brides. For darker skin tone brides, you can check out Gayathri’s work as her all-time favourite is to work with darker skin tone.
Rates: ROM/Engagement basic package starts at $350 for 3hrs, includes hair styling, one makeup look, ampoule/serum, primers, fixing spray and lashes. Add ons – Saree draping ($60), Dupatta draping ($30), airbrushed foundation ($100), makeup and hair trial ($100) at studio in Bedok. Rental for jewellery and hair extension available at additional cost.
Overseas bridal package starts at $500 for 3hrs, includes hair styling, one makeup look, ampoule/serum, primers, setting sprays and lashes. Flight tickets ,local transport, accomodation, food and other expenses to be borne by the client.
Contact Number: 91081014
Email: gaaymenon@gmail.com
Website: www.gayathrimenon.com
Facebook: @gayathrimakup
Instagram: @gayathri.menon
Get Glam’d By Anisa
Anisa, the makeup artist behind Get Glam’d, specialises in matte flawless look that brings out the natural beauty in you instead of smacking thick layers of makeup on your face. Anisa’s natural and dewy style makes every bride look confident and sophisticated with her creation. Check out her video on how she did a simple makeover. Anisa provides worldwide services and is also able to do an overseas photoshoot / bridal services.
Contact Number: +65 9326 4991
Instagram: @get.glam_
Glam Me by Sarsa
A mother of 2 lovely boys, a foodie, and a makeup artist, Sarsa is also a beauty vlogger with her own YouTube channel on the list. Check out her interesting video contents where she talks about product reviews and makeup tips, and the occasional food blogs. With her constant experimentation on different styles and products, Sarsa offers unique makeup looks with bold and striking colours. Here is one of her bridal masterpieces with soft shimmering purple eyeshadow.
Contact Number: 9692 3502
Facebook: @Glammebysarsa
Instagram: @sarsa_arul
Hamshi R
Using quality products and advanced makeup technique, Hamshi produces flawless looks. Most brides worry about their makeup becoming cakey and melts halfway through their wedding, but many clients gave positive reviews that Hamshi’s makeup was able to last for long.
Rates: simple ROM package starts from $300 for 30mins. Basic bridal package starts from $750 which includes one bridal makeup, one hairstyling, 2 Saree draping, accessories and transport.
Contact Number: 8498 3966
Email: theinidanponnu@hotmail.com
Facebook: @Hamshiravin
Harni Ananthy
As a performing artiste and singer for Singapore Mediacorp Vasantham, Harni started getting recognized for her talent and abilities for makeup that started her journey as a makeup artist. Also an image consultant at Mediacorp Vasantham, Harni offers makeup services for celebrities and television productions in Singapore.
Email: harni_ ananthy05@yahoo.com.sg
Facebook: @harni.ananthy
Instagram: @harni_annanthy05bridal
Kelly Bilimoria
With over 12 years of experience, Kelly is a well-established makeup artist in Singapore that boasts an extensive portfolio. Kelly was the lead makeup artist of fashion shows for prominent brands such as Adidas, Heatwave, Valentino, Thierry Mugler and Audi. She also participates in photoshoots for reputable magazines including Expat Living and Sassymama. In order to keep up with the current trends, Kelly continuously seeks to improve her repertoire of skills and experience by training with some notable brands such as Make Up For Ever, MAC, Atelier Paris and Lancome. With experiences and attended courses from around the world including London, Sydney, Moscow, Penang and Dubai, Kelly excels in various advanced makeup techniques such as airbrushing, HD makeup and SFX special effects.
Contact Number: 9822 2203
Email: kelly.bilimoria@gmail.com
Facebook: @PaparazziBlack
Instagram: @kellybilimoria
Looks Studio by Bubbly J
Founded in 2004, Looks Studio has grown to become a leading makeup studio in Singapore with more than 14k followers on Instagram. Spearheaded by the mother-daughter duo, Looks Studio presents a team of talented makeup artists, hair stylists and photographers. Providing an extensive range of bridal services, from pre-wedding beauty treatments to delicate mehndi, Looks Studio has you covered for your wedding beauty needs. Looks Studio has received countless positive reviews for their long lasting and flawless makeup services, using professional techniques and keen eye for details to produce impeccable end results. Committed to using only quality products, you can be sure to trust Looks Studio with your wedding look, be it extravagant style or soft elegant look.
Contact Number: (65)62381909 / 90291478
Email: info@looks-studio.com
Website: looks-studio.com
Facebook: @looks.singapore
Instagram: @looksstudio
Mahes Makeup Artist
With 11 years of experience in the beauty industry, she has grown to be a renowned makeup artist with soaring 16k followers on her Instagram page. Believing that makeup should enhance one’s beauty instead of masking the face with tons of makeup products, Mahes is known for her flawless natural makeup look that makes every bride feel their best for their special day.
Mahes has received numerous compliments and positive reviews as a makeup artist that is patient to listen to their concerns and opinions while giving professional advice. Mahes’ sincere and easy-going personality will be sure to take off much of the wedding stress of your shoulder as you can trust and be comfortable with her to take care of your bridal look.
Contact Number: 9489 6100
Email: admin@theindianbride.net
Website: www.theindianbride.net
Facebook: @theindianbride
Instagram: @mahes_mua
Makeup by Rashidah Jones
Having experiences in the Middle East, Rashidah is known for her Arabian smokey eye look that makes every bride look dreamy and flawless on their big day. With more than 20k followers on her instagram, Rashidah has impressed countless of customers leaving them satisfied with her end product that is not only flawless but long lasting. Many brides have also complimented how she makes them feel comfortable and listened to their opinion and gave useful advice.
Contact Number: +65 90793831
Email: gulfbeauty13@gmail.com
Website: gulfbeauty13.wixsite.com
Facebook: @MakeupbyRJ.sg
Instagram: @rashidah_jones
Makeup by Roxx
Roxanne, the founder of Makeup by Roxx, discovered her passion for makeup at a young age of 12, which led her to experiment with different kinds of looks on herself.Check out one of her makeovers on her YouTube channel. Started as a self-taught freelance makeup artist in 2012, Roxanne later on pursued a certification on California Makeup Course in Houston, Texas. With over 20k followers on Instagram, Roxanne has been receiving much love and support for her flawless and elegant makeup looks. Having a keen eye for details and skilful hands, Roxanne is confident in various makeup styles – from natural smokey eye looks to glamorous shimmering look.
Rates: basic bridal package starts from $350, includes one makeup look and fake eyelashes.
ROM/Dinner reception bridal package starts from $650, includes one hairdo, one makeup look with fake eyelashes, lengha draping. Add ons- dupatta setting ($20), second outfit change ($250), third outfit change ($380). Traditional Temple bridal package starts from $650, includes one hairdo w/o accessories and one makeup look with fake eyelashes. Saree tying additional cost of $80.
Accessories rental for temple bridal set priced at $150, which includes choker, long chain, earrings, head piece, nose ring (non piercing type), arm band, hip chain, donut bun for hair, long traditional plaits, hair accessories & kunjam (used for the tip of hair). Accessories rental for simple range priced at $80, which includes choker, long chain, earrings, head piece, nose ring (non piercing type), arm band and hip chain.
Contact Number: +65 93239091 (WA)
Email: Roxanne.sylvia@hotmail.com
Website: www.makeupbyroxx.com
Facebook: @MakeupByRoxx
Instagram: @makeupbyroxx
Makeup by Vashini Naidu
From simple natural makeup look for modern wear or striking glamorous look for traditional wear, Vashini has you covered with her skilful and meticulous hands. Other than makeup and hairdos, Vashini is also well praised for her saree tying skills that are absolutely stunning and said to be secured to last the whole day.
Email: dollifybyd@gmail.com
Facebook: @VashInc
Instagram: @vashiniesan23
Malini Michelle
Malini’s love for beauty started when she was a teenager when she started out as a henna artist while she was a student, and later on embark with her own business at a young age of 18. As a certified beauty aesthetician with a diploma in Beauty Aesthetics, Malini started to improve her skills by watching YouTube tutorials and practicing through trial and error. Her determination and hardwork to become a competent makeup artist has pulled through with many supporters and satisfied clients giving positive reviews. Malini now has 21k followers on Instagram, developed her own line of bespoke saree blouses and conducts masterclasses and workshops.
Offering an extensive range of looks, Malini is confident to create the perfect flawless bridal look that you dream of, be it a natural glowy look or charming glittery look. Other than specialising in makeup and hairdos, Malini is also skilled in saree draping and providing intricate henna designs. An all-in-one talented makeup artist, Malini is definitely popular amongst Indian brides. Check out her YouTube channel where she showcases her various eye makeup looks with detailed step-by-step guides.
Contact Number: +65 8509 5129
Email: divinebeautycreation@gmail.com
Website: malinimichelle.com
Facebook: @malini.michelle
Instagram: @malinimichelle
Menaka’s Bridal Dressing
Menaka, the owner of Menaka’s Bridal Dressing, is one of the pioneers in the beauty industry with more than 37 years of experience as a bridal and celebrity makeup artist. Known to be a trendsetter, Menaka creates unique flawless looks with her cutting edge techniques. With her skillful hands and eyes for creativity, Menaka is popular even amongst celebrities and has done projects for international events such as Vijay TV concerts and SIIMA 2016.
With several physical stores in Singapore, Menaka’s Bridal Dressing offers a full range of beauty services from facial treatments to body waxing to eyebrow threading to mehendi services.
Contact Number: +65 9105 2270
Email: menakatharmarajoo@gmail.com
Facebook: @menakas.bridal.dressing
Mitra Nathan
A certified hair and makeup artist with a diploma in Bridal Hairstyling at Barcelona Hair Academy, Mitra started out her own business in 2013 to pursue her passion for beauty. Other than her talent in makeup and hairdos, Mitra is also skilled in saree draping with perfect neat pleats. With her lively and easygoing personality, you can be sure to feel comfortable with Mitra and enjoy the entire process. Mitra’s professionalism and exceptional skills has received many compliments for her long-lasting makeup and flawless elegant look.
Contact Number: +65 90017184
Email: hairmakeupbymitranathan@gmail.com
Website: www.hairmakeupbymitranathan.com
Facebook: @MitraNathanHairMakeup
Instagram: @mitra_nathan
Monika Makeovers by Monika Goswami
The talent behind Monika Makeovers, Monika, is one of the well-known makeup artists in Singapore that is highly-sought after. As the official makeup artist for Singapore Indian Model Agency, Monika boasts an extensive portfolio including projects for many fashions shows, pageant events and experiences working with celebrities.
Monika is committed to delivering flawless and personalised looks for every single client, using a mixture of colours and innovative techniques. With a keen eye for details and creativity, Monika is passionate about bringing out the best in her clients with her makeup designs. Here is one of the Indian bridal makeup projects that she did for her client.
Contact Number: 9467 9401
Email: monikamakeovers@gmail.com
Website: monikamakeoverssg.com
Facebook: @Monikamakeovers.Sg
Instagram: @monikamakeovers.singapore
Saheli Bridal by Shereen Noor
Shereen Noor, the makeup artist and founder of Saheli Bridal, started her journey as a makeup artist in 2004 when she took a diploma course on makeup in India. Constantly improving her makeup techniques to keep up with current trends, Shereen took courses in airbrush techniques at Makeup For Ever Singapore Academy and bridal hair styling in Taiwan. Specialising in both ethnic and non-ethnic bridal makeup, Shereen is confident to do Indian makeup style for brides of different races.
Other than makeup services, Saheli Bridals covers a wide range of bridal services including photoshoot, bridal wear rental and henna services. For brides who have a small budget and seek to reduce cost, Saheli Bridals offers a selection of bridal gown rentals from traditional lengha to indo-western lengha to sarees.
Saheli Bridal also has a team of professional henna artists with at least 5 years of experience.
Rates for henna services: For simple arabic designs – $150 for 1 hour, coverage includes both sides of both hands ending at the wrists; $200 for 2 hours, coverage includes both sides of both hands till mid-arms; $250 for 2.5 hours, coverage includes both sides of both hands till elbow. For full intricate designs – $200 for 2hrs, coverage includes both sides of both hands ending at the wrists; $280 for 3hrs, coverage includes both sides of both hands till mid-arms; $380 for 4hrs, coverage includes both sides of both hands till elbows. If you would like to book the henna artist for the whole day, the all-day rate comes at $1250 for max. 7hrs with 2 henna artists.
Contact Number: +65 9181 6422
Email: info@shereenoor.com
Website: www.shereennoor.com
Facebook: @sahelibridalhouse
Instagram: @saheli.bridal
Seemralicious Beauty Services by Seemren Minasky
With over 10 years of experience under her belt, Seemren, the founder of Seemralicious Beauty Services has received many positive reviews from brides that have tried her services. Known for her speedy services yet meticulous work, Seemren is able to create different kinds of look – whether it is a glamorous look with vivid colour or simple look with natural contours. Seemralicious is also a beauty salon that also provides hair and facial treatment, eyebrow threading and henna services, which many brides go for a full-on bridal beauty package.
Contact Number: 81637199
Email: seemren@hotmail.com
Facebook: @seemralicious
Instagram: @seemralicious
Shahnaz Beauty Salon
Vandhana, the makeup artist behind Shahnaz Beauty Salon, is known for her simple natural makeup that gives you a flawless elegant look using minimal makeup products. Believing that every woman looks best in their own skin, the professional and trained staff at Shahnaz uses makeup to enhance every bride’s natural beauty instead of piling layers and layers of products on the face. Other than their exceptional and professional makeup services, Shahnaz Beauty Salon is also able to provide stunning delicate henna services.
Contact Number: 9100 7405
Facebook: @ShahnaazBeautySalon
Instagram: @shahnaaz_beauty_salon_
Sharmila Logan
With over 60k followers on her Instagram account, Sharmila is one of the more well-known makeup artists in Singapore. Known for her flawless natural look, Sharmila’s meticulous and skillful creation leaves her brides feeling confident and beautiful with their look. Sharmila also has her own skincare and makeup line, which has been highly successful with numerous clients raving about her beauty products.
Email: beautytouchbymila@gmail.com
Website: www.milacosmetics.net
Facebook: @happy.feet.pearl
Instagram: @sharmila.logan
Shraddha Prostylist by Shradha Agarwal
Shradha began her journey in the beauty industry when she took up a course by a Bollywood makeup celebrity in 2005. With 15 years of experience under her belt, Shradha has become one of Singapore’s most talented makeup artists and is highly sought-after for her services. Shradha boasts a comprehensive portfolio having done projects such as brand campaigns, movie productions, fashion shows, and experiences working with Bollywood celebrities such as actor Govinda and singer Atif Aslam. Shradha’s signature airbrush techniques leave every bride looking flawless and glamorous, and you don’t have to worry about your makeup becoming cakey as her skillful hands ensure that your makeup is able to last.
Rates: basic bridal package starts from $800, includes one hair and makeup look using airbrush techniques, and one saree draping. Extensive 3-day North Indian bridal package starts from $2500, includes hair, makeup (using airbrush techniques), and saree for all 3 days.
Contact Number: +65 83222641
Email: shradhaprostylist@gmail.com
Website: shradhaprostylist.com
Facebook: @shradhaforu
Instagram: @shradhaprostylist
Style By Nitz by Nita Saseendran
Nita, the makeup artist behind Style By Nitz, has more than 6 years of experience as a professional makeup and hairstylist. With her sincere and skillful hands, Nita is committed to making her every client leave feeling confident and good about themselves. From makeup service, hairstyling to dupatta setting, and saree tying, Nita has you covered with her bridal services.
Contact Number: 9623 3430
Email: vanitha092001@yahoo.com.sg
Facebook: @stylebynitz
Instagram: @stylebynitz
Sung Dolly by Sung Enriquez
The talented makeup artist behind Sung Dolly, Sung, is known for her bold and striking looks with blends of different shades and colours. Sung also has her own YouTube channel where she vlogs on her various makeup looks and gives beauty tips on makeup techniques. With her speedy hands and keen eyes for creativity, Sung is able to pull off any kind of makeup styles – be it glittery looks or simple natural looks.
Contact Number: +65 97374454 (WA)
Email: sungkaur@yahoo.com.sg
Facebook: @sungstarsdollymakeup
Instagram: @sungstardolly
The Artistic Makeover by Chan
The founder and makeup artist of The Artistic Makeover, Chan, is known for her soft simple makeup techniques that bring out the natural beauty in all of her clients. With her talented hands and keen eyes for creativity, Chan has a knack in blending shades of colours without making it look overpowering. In addition to her exceptional makeup and hairdos, Chan is also skilled in saree and lehenga draping.
Email: theartisticmakeover@gmail.com
Facebook: @theartisticmakeoverbychan
Instagram: @theartisticmakeover
Tifarah Artistry by Narthis Nisha
What started out as a personal hobby for Narthis, has resulted in her becoming an up-and-coming leading makeup artist in Singapore. Narthis’ passion in the beauty industry has also led her to open up her own line of makeup brands – Tifarah Cosmetics. Narthis specialises in using bright and bold colours to create those glamorous and elegant looks that will be sure to draw in many praises from your family and friends.
You can also drop by Narthis YouTube channel where she shares some of her bridal makeup looks such as Pakistani traditional bridal look, Walima glitter glam and semi-classical look.
Contact Number: 97540203 (WA)
Email: narthis_nisha@hotmail.com
Website: www.tifarahcosmetics.com
Facebook: @narthis.nishah
Instagram: @tifarah_artistry
Vimalaya by Shirin Rei
Shirin, the makeup artist behind Vimalaya, believes that every woman takes pride in her beauty and that every woman deserves to look her best at all times. Known for using bold and striking colours, Shirin is able to skilfully keep the natural beauty for her clients while giving a glamorous and stunning look. Shirin also provides facial treatments where brides can get their facial care before their big day, to prepare a good base for the makeup products to properly set in. Shirin’s jovial and easygoing personality ensures that you are able to relax and enjoy the entire process.
Contact Number: 9111 7534
Facebook: @vimalaya
Instagram: @makeupbyshirinrei
Zubaidah Makeup Artist
Having trained at Cosmoprof Makeup Academy, Zubaidah is a professional makeup artist and hairstylist that offers a range of makeup services. Committed to using only quality products such as Kryolan Professional Cosmetics and MAC Cosmetics, you can be assured of Zubaidah’s professionalism. Zubaidah specialises in light clean looks that enhance your natural beauty instead of covering your face with thick layers of cosmetic products.
Contact Number: +65 93853067
Email: zubaidah.mua@hotmail.com
Facebook: @zubaidah.mua.2012
Instagram: @zubaidah_makeup_artist