12 beauty creators share their best makeup hacks

Scrolling through Instagram, it’s easy to be swept up in the ever-evolving world of beauty trends. One day, it’s a foundation technique promising an airbrushed finish; the next, it’s a mascara hack that claims to rival lash extensions. But with countless makeup tricks flooding our feeds, how do we separate fleeting fads from the ones that truly deliver?

To cut through the noise, we turned to the experts, influencers who have mastered the art of a flawless face. From subtle tweaks that enhance your features to genius tricks for a long-lasting finish, these pros shared their best-kept hacks, and trust us, you’ll want to add them to your routine ASAP!

Mridul Sharma 

“I used to think that makeup needed to be done in a particular set order. However, recently I have been applying foundation first following it up with blush, bronzer and lastly concealer. This pattern really helps me clean up all of my mistakes. And the end result is so pretty!”

Tarini Peshawaria 

“A makeup hack I swear by is to dap your mascara wand on a tissue paper before application for the most fluttery, non-clumpy eyelashes ever! A makeup artist told me this and I’ve been doing this for years now!”

Shivangi Sharma

“One of my go-to makeup hacks is spraying a bit of setting spray on my brush or sponge before blending my foundation. It makes the application super smooth and even, plus it helps my base last much longer.”

Sakshi Shah

“My favourite makeup hack has to be the ‘monochrome look hack’, or what I’ve heard people calling the ‘one product wonder,’ basically it’s just applying cheek tint/ blush on your eyelids and lips as eyeshadow and lipstick for a more cohesive look. It’s easy, quick and effortless- makes for a perfect everyday look!”

Samhita Sharma

“Instead of using a full strip of false lashes, I cut a single lash into smaller sections and place one at the outer corner of the eye. Then, I apply eyeliner underneath it to enhance the elongated effect. This creates a lifted, siren-eye look without the heaviness of full lashes.”

Sanya Puri 

“Blush placement can enhance your face structure. Since I have an oval face, I apply my blush solely to the apples of my cheeks, enhancing their natural volume for a plump effect. Also, I make sure to use a berry-toned blush for a natural flush of colour. This technique subtly adds fullness, creating a fresh, youthful appearance without over-defining my already slim face. Always results in a perfectly balanced blush application that brings volume and plumpness to my features.”

Rimsha Memon 

“Using Vitamin C in your makeup routine to prevent foundation oxidisation- If your foundation tends to darken throughout the day, try adding Vitamin C to your makeup routine! A Vitamin C primer as your base can help prevent oxidation, or you can finish off with a makeup fixer that has Vitamin C to lock everything in. I personally love the Lakmé Vitamin C Makeup Fixer; it keeps my makeup fresh all day!”

Shalini Kutti

“My biggest hack is to use a lash primer before going in with mascara or if you don't have the budget - apply one coat of mascara then apply some setting or lose powder on your lashes using the tip of your finger and then go in with another coat of mascara. This ensures thick voluminous lashes every single time! The only thing I'd caution you about is to be careful not to get the powder in your eyes.”

Ishita Sapra

“You know how much better it feels to write on a smooth, shiny chalkboard than a dry, chalky one? It's the same with makeup. My hack for the perfect, most natural-looking makeup is skin prep! I personally like to layer my skincare products - 3 simple steps - starting with a milky toner, followed by Hyaluronic acid serum and a gel-based moisturiser on top. It keeps my base flawless and non-cakey, all day long.”

Harsh Kaur Sodhi

“As we often have naturally pigmented eyelids instead of letting that be a challenge, you can actually use it to your advantage, especially when you're in a hurry. Start by concealing the under-eye area, then use an eyeliner or a shadow as eyeliner. It may seem simple, but it gives such a gorgeous no-makeup makeup look, and people will definitely ask you what shiny, glossy shadow you’ve used on your lids.”

Aleena Rehman

“One of my go to hacks is mixing a tiny bit of peach liquid blush with my concealer to cancel out any ashy tones under my eyes. It neutralizes darkness while adding warmth, preventing any gray cast. This trick gives a fresh, bright look without looking too orange, perfect for a natural, lifted effect that lasts all day!”

Chelsy

“To achieve an even, non-cakey finish, I dispense a small amount of foundation onto the back of my hand and apply a thin layer to specific areas, such as my cheeks, using my fingers. I then blend it out with a brush, repeating this process in sections. This method ensures that the foundation doesn't dry before blending, providing a seamless application.”

With these genius hacks in your beauty arsenal, your makeup routine is about to get a serious upgrade. Whether you're mastering the perfect base, enhancing your lashes, or using blush in unexpected ways, these tricks prove that sometimes, the smallest tweaks make the biggest difference. Try them out and get ready for everyone to ask, "What’s your secret?"

Lead Image: Shivangi Sharma/Instagram 

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