Make-up Trend: Bright Pink Lipstick

On the latest issue of Elle India, Lisa Haydon dared to wear a juicy fuchsia lipstick, in key with the spring/summer color blocking trend with purple and yellow. When you're selecting an edgier hue, don't consider a swipe on the back of your hand an adequate test-drive. Instead, dab it on your fingertip, where the skin is closest in color and texture to your actual lips.

Rec: Sephora Rouge Cream Lipstick in Love Test 11

Make-up Trend: Winged Eye Shadow

Winged eye shadow was all over the Spring runways—but usually in bright summer color. Defying the colors was Anushka Sharma on the latest issue of Verve- who went with a smokier purple. To rock a similar look, prep your lids with primer to be sure the shadow holds it's flattering, flicked-out shape.

Rec: M.A.C Nocturnelle Eye Shadow

Make-up Trend: Pastel Pink Lips & Cheeks

Glamour released three covers for the month of May, and Freida Pinto was on one of them. Her cover was themed "Goddess", and looking like every bit of one, she rocked some pastel pink lips and cheeks to go with her floral Peter Som bathing suit. To get her look, apply a pastel pink lip and cheek stain on your lips and cheeks. Stains can double as a cheek stain, and it's a particularly handy trick in the winter months. The creamy, highly pigmented formula is the perfect antidote to winter complexions—and stays put longer than powder blushes, which can easily rub off. Dab the stain on the apples of your cheeks and work in the smear with your fingertips for a naturally flush glow.

Rec: Stila Yumberry Crush Lip and Cheek Stain

Make-up Trend: Smoky Lavender Eye Shadow

A smoky eye doesn't have to be black and gray. Take a cue from Genelia D'Souza's lavender version on the latest issue of Marie Claire India. To get her look, apply a dash of blueish lavender shadow pulled across the lid and upwards at the corner. The look is both innocent with just a touch of vamp. An all over wash of the lightest sparkly pink finishes the sweet but striking look. Genelia went with a bright coral look to keep with the color blocking theme, and a light dusting of peach blush on the apples of her cheeks.

Rec: YSL 5 Lilac Sky Eye Shadow Palette

Make-up Trend: Springtime Make-up

On the latest issue of Vogue India, Ashika Pratt looked totally in key with spring's hottest trend: coral-orange. To get her spring look, swipe tawny coral shadow on the lid (which play up her gorgeous orange dress); dust shimmery white shadow on the inner corners of the eye for added brightness and finish off with black eye liner to keep the look sultry, but not uber smoky. Gray, brown, and black shadow can feel dreary this time of year. Instead, experiment with unexpected color combinations, which can have surprisingly uplifting results. Apply a beige nude lipgloss and bronzer with coral undertones on the cheeks to tie the look together.

Rec: Smashbox Master's Class Style Files (eyes: Shadow # 2 on lids, Shadow # 8 in inner corners; lips: nude champagne; face: mix cheek # 1 & 2 and buff on cheeks)

Make-up Trend: Matte Red Lips

On the latest issue of Harper's Bazaar India, Giselle Monteiro looked every bit the diva in a Louis Vuitton zebra printed dress. What stood out on the cover though were her matte raspberry lips that polished the look even further and popped against the turquoise of her dress. Matte formulas can look aging, but because the actress chose a bold, modern shade, the effect was entirely youthful. A dusting of beige eye shadow and plenty of black mascara added the finishing touches.

Rec: YSL Pure Colour Satiny Radiance Lipstick in 4 Rouge Vermillon

Make-up Trend: Aquamarine Eye Shadow

On the latest issue of Adorn, Neha Dhupia accented her eyes with a neat swipe of striking eye shadow around her eyes. While winter hasn't quite ended, the urge to wear color is coming on strong. A dash of bright liner on the bottom lashline only is a perfect remedy for the mid-season blues. Shades of green, blue and purple are all more versatile and quite wearable than you might think—keep the rest of your makeup soft and rosy to complete the look.

Rec: Sephora Colorful Mono Eyeshadow in Stephane 38

Make-up Trend: Smoky Eye & Bold Lip

Looking unrecognizable on the cover of Verve, Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan does a smoky eye & bold lip with utmost perfection. In most cases, it's always best to focus on one feature like a heavy eye or a bold lip, but the combination of the bold smoky eyes, and mauve-pink lips work beautifully. To get her look, rim your top and bottom lashes with a creamy pencil starting just past the inner corners of your eyes. Brush a matte black eye shadow on your lids and then, using an angled shadow brush, apply a thick line along your bottom lashes, covering the liner. Dust a shimmery taupe eye shadow, starting in the crease and blending it up to your brow bone, and apply mascara to the top and bottom lashes. Dust on bronzer in the hollows of your cheeks, going up toward your temples. Apply a mauve-pink lipstick to your lips using a lip brush.

Rec: Sephora Collection Beauty In A Box Smoky Eyes Palette; Sephora Collection Maniac Long Wearing Lipstick in 14

Make-up Trend: Bronze Eyes & Cheeks

Looking like a bronze goddess on this month's issue of Harper's Bazaar India is none other than Priyanka Chopra. To get her sun-kissed glow, focus on your cheeks and keep the make-up on your eyes and lips minimal. Start the look by, damping your eye shadow brush and apply a mocha-brown eye shadow over your lids, blending all the way up to your eyebrows. Re-dip the brush into the shadow, then run it along your lower lashes in place of liner, and skip mascara. Dust bronzer over your forehead, cheeks, and chin and swirl a rosy-pink blush over the apples of your cheeks. Slick on a creamy lipstick that is one shade darker than your natural lip color.

Rec: Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in Bronze

Make-up Trend: Bright Springtime Lips

On the latest issue of Vogue India, Deepika Padukone rocks a fierce hot pink lipstick. When you're selecting an edgier hue, don't consider a swipe on the back of your hand an adequate test-drive. Instead, dab it on your fingertip, where the skin is closest in color and texture to your actual lips.

Rec: NARS Sciap Lipstick

Make-up Trend: Smoky Bronze Eye Shadow

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan shimmered in bronzy hues at the 83rd Academy Awards. To get her smoldering bronzy look, trace the outer corners of the eyes with black pencil, staying as close to the lash lines as possible. Soften lines with a cotton swab, then dust bronze eye shadow on the lids and even a thin rim below the eye. Dab a touch of gold shadow on inner corners and brow bones. Brush on one coat of mascara to top and bottom lashes. Use a large powder brush to apply bronzer on cheekbones, and blend it out to the hairline, make sure to tap or blow excess powder off. Moisturize lips with lip balm, then slick on a nude brown lipstick.

Rec: Lorac Starry-Eyed Baked Eyeshadow Trio in Superstar

Sonakshi Sinha's Beauty Secrets via Vogue India

Diet basics: My diet is very basic. I just eat well. I eat small meals every two hours to keep my metabolism going. Breakfast: Eggs and paratha Lunch: Brown rice, two rotis and chicken or fish, or dal and vegetables Dinner: I try and cut out carbs and stick to just salads Guilt trip: I have a sweet tooth, which I try very hard to control. I’ll indulge once in a while, but I’ll make up for it by doing an extra 30 minutes in the gym the next day.  

Fitness Mantra: I follow a strict fitness regime of cardio and weight training three times a week, interspersed with kick-boxing and functional training.

Diva tip: False eyelashes. You feel instantly glamorous.

Skin rituals: I remove all my make-up and moisturize before sleeping at night. I use a Nivea moisturizer and Neutrogena Deep Clean Cleanser, and I drink lots of water.

Hair ritual: I go for an occasional olive oil or coconut oil head massage, which is really good for blood circulation. I also enjoy L'Oréal hair spa treatments.

Day & night: I try to keep my look very natural in the day—no foundation, just coral blush and transparent mascara at the most. And for the night I prefer a heavier eye; I’m a complete kohl and eyeliner person. I hate lip gloss, and will occasionally go for a red mouth. Lately, I’ve been fascinated by coral and orange shades.

Vanity bag essentials: Inglot Coral Blush, Inglot Coral Lipstick in 401, M.A.C transparent mascara, Chanel Matt Lumière in 50 Naturel, Maxfactor waterproof mascara, Revlon kohl pencil.

Heaven scent: Victoria Secret’s Pink body spray for the day, and Jean Paul Gaultier Classique at night.

Home recipes: Occasional multani mitti packs. I regularly use fresh aloe vera on my skin. Any bruises, blemishes instantly disappear with aloe vera, it’s the best thing for the skin.

Beauty icon: My mother. She is still beautiful today. And there is Rekha aunty. She is wonderful with her make-up. I tell her us young girls are constantly feeling insecure because she’s still so beautiful.

Red-carpet rules: I try out new looks each time. But that’s the fun of it; if I stick to one thing I get easily bored.

Fashion favorites: Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo, Narendra Kumar, Manish Malhotra, Vikram Phadnis

Make-up Trend: Coral Lips

In the pages of the latest issue of Vogue India, Nargis Fakhri (who's starring in the upcoming movie Rockstar) looked youthful and absolutely stunning in coral lips. When selecting a bold shade, go with one a shade lighter than your first pick. Chances are, the natural pigment of your lips with amp up the hue of your lipstick by at least a few degrees. And top with a swipe of lip balm to keep  the lips looking fresh all day.

Rec: Hourglass Femme Rouge Velvet Crème Lipstick in Muse

AM to PM Make-up via Vogue India

While most liners and mascaras are available in a waterproof texture, it is the kohl that’s responsible for Goth or raccoon eyes. Go easy on the khol for the day and try colorful eye pencils instead. For night time drama, experiment with eye liner wings topped with generous coats of mascara. Keep a multitasking palette in your handbag at all times. Sweep on a lighter shade for the day and blend it with a darker hue to achieve an instant smokey eye for a night out. Vogue recommends the brand new Chanel Ombres Perlées de Chanel Eye Shadow Palette, a palette with five luminous and intense shades in pearl finish that are crease-resistant and long lasting.

Lip gloss or tint, go for a natural lip colours in the shades of peach and pink for day wear. If a scarlet pout is not your thing, dab on some serious shimmer over your day colour to shine at cocktail hour.

Creamy concealers, spray foundations and mineral powders make for easy touch ups throughout the day. Frequent touch ups sounds tedious?  Invest in a long lasting foundation. We love Lancôme Teint Miracle for its skin perfecting texture, SPF 15 and a glow that lasts upto 16 hours.

Make-up Trend: Spring Red Stained Lips

Spotted looking oh-so-chic and totally ready for spring at a recent the Elle Race Cup was Neha Dhupia. To wear red the right way this spring is to look for a shade that has warm undertones. Also, skip matte formulas which can feel too stiff, a swipe of sheer balm over a stain will give bold colors a lightweight feel.

Rec: Stila Açaí Crush

Red-Carpet Ready via Vogue India

With the awards season in full swing, you can’t help but be mesmerized by some stunning beauties that tread the red-carpet with effortless ease. Finding the right outfit for that special night out is of course only half the battle, and what you need is some spectacular make-up to unleash the diva in you. Take a cue from these four lovely ladies who rock the in their glamourous avatars and bring some much needed red-carpet drama to the table. Dick Page, Shiseido’s Make-up Artistic Director, shows us how to shimmer, shine and get red carpet ready.

Notice Katrina’s “shimmering” skin, a signature look on the red carpet. To achieve this, blend an iridescent powder with a matte or satin texture for a look that barely sparkles. Powder your face, neck, décolletage and shoulders. If you have fair skin, opt for the pinks, if its darker, golden beiges are perfect.
Vogue recommends: Diorskin Ultra Shimmering All Over Face Powder, Burberry Lipgloss in Cameo Pink, Shiseido Perfect Mascara in Black

For an intense, smouldering look, you can never go wrong with a smokey-eye. Apply eyeliner or kohl to the inside edge of the eyelid along your eye like Aishwarya and blend with some shimmer to make heads turn.
Vogue recommends: Lancôme Color Design Eye Shadow Quad in French Touch, M.A.C Superglass in SugerOverload, Estée Lauder Projectionist High Definition Volume Mascara in Jet Black

Over your mascara, dust the tips of your eyelashes with an iridescent powder. if you use an eye shadow, add a dot of a pearly white pencil to the centre of the eyelid and smudge with your finger for a mesmerizing gaze like Kareena.
Vogue recommends: Givenchy Le Prisme Yeux Mono Eyeshadow in Showy Black, Lancôme La Rose Déco Powder, Clinique Vitamin C Lip Smoothie in Pink Me Up

Highlight your brow bones and apply a brown or gold cream eye shadow all across your eye lids for a dare-diva look. Nothing spells red-carpet glamour than a scarlet pout done right. Always line your lips with a lip liner to avoid your lip color from bleeding. Look at Freida Pinto for inspiration who does a glossy red mouth which is totally camera ready.
Vogue recommends: Clarins Barocco Rouge Prodige Lipstick, Bourjois Smoky Eyes in Baroque Ouvert, M.A.C Penultimate Eye Liner

Valentine's Day Looks via Vogue India

This look is sheer romance with soft pink lips, shimmering eyes and just a hint of kohl and mascara. To recreate, keep the complexion dewy, like Sonakshi’s by applying a light pink blush directly on the apples of your cheeks. Dust some iridescent powder all over your face and you’re good to go. We love M.A.C Plushglass in Big Kiss for a kissable pout.

Vogue recommends: Clinique Quick Eyes Cream Shadow in Rock Violet, OPI Nail Lacquer in Feelin’ Hot-Hot-Hot, Givenchy Le Prisme Blush in It-GIrl Purple, Bourjois Effet Smoky Pencil in Intense Black, M.A.C Plushglass in Big Kiss.

Got a hot date? Take a cue from Deepika and opt for bold red lips paired with thick eye liner and tons of mascara. Highlight your facial contours with Clarins Blush Prodige Illuminating Cheek Colour in Spiced Mocha for the perfect finish.
Vogue recommends: YSL Volume Effet Faux Cils Mascara in Noir Radical, Chanel Ombre Contraste Duo in Gris-Subtil, Clarins Blush Prodige Illuminating Cheek Color in Spiced Mocha, Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge in Absolute Rouge, Shiseido Accentuating Cream Eyeliner in 1.

Nothing spells seductive like subtle-smoky eyes and loose soft curls framing your face. Copy Mila’s take on this popular look and opt for earthy shades of taupe, cocoa and copper for your eye shadow. Use some kohl on the water line for more definition and finish with a creamy, beige-nude lip colour. Try YSL Rouge Volupte Perle in 101 Beige Caress.

Vogue recommends: Estée Lauder Sumptuous Waterproof Bold Volume Lifting Mascara in Black, Dior DiorBlush in Passion Fruit, Guerlain Écrin 6 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palette in 10 Rue des Francs-Bourgeois, YSL Rouge Volupte Perle in 101 Beige Caress, The Body Shop Eye Definer in Carbon Black.

Make-up Trend: Bridget Bardot Inspired Smoky Eyes

On the latest issue of Femina, Kangna Ranaut is seen channeling her inner Bridget Bardot, with smoky eyes, nude lips, and a 60's inspired up-do. To get her look, soften the black eye  shadow by using a creamy, shimmery shadow in gunmetal which has a transparent quality that is strong and modern. Apply your eye shadow outwards at the corners past the natural lashline to exaggerate the eye size and add a touch of drama. Finish your look with liquid liner, black mascara & beige-nude lipstick. Strong eyes look great paired with clean, uncomplicated skin; keep the look fresh by powdering the T-zone only.

Rec: Stila Smoky Eye Talking Palette in The Grays 

M.A.C S/S '11 Make-up Trends by Vimi Joshi

Does she need an introduction? Vimi Joshi is an internationally known M.A.C Senior Make-up artist from the Middle East & India. From Bollywood to Hollywood, she had made up anyone and everyone's faces!

Vimi explains how to get the Wonder Woman- Pop Classics M.A.C trend. She explains that neon orange/magenta are huge this season.  "More is less"

Make-up Trend: Red Lipstick

At the 2011 Filmfare Awards, Amrita Puri (who was in Aisha) chose to accent her siren red gown with precise crimson lipstick. The reason the pairing doesn't look too matchy matchy? Amrita kept the makeup on the rest of her face clean, she dusted a muted neutral bronze shadow along her top and bottom lashlines. The shadow added a glint of light and prevented the lipstick from being too severe.

Rec: Kat Von D Painted Love Lipstick in Underage Red