When you think of the your-skin-but-better approach to makeup, you can’t help but think of Alia Bhatt. Always championing balance, dewy skin, flushed cheeks and a statement pop of colour are her go-to elements. With a strong focus on skincare and base prep, her makeup seeks to achieve a luminous, radiant finish. Even during festive and extravagant occasions, she remains loyal to her minimalist beauty routine. Below, we decode some of her best looks.
Garden fairy glam
Staying true to the theme, The Garden of Time, the actor channeled major fairy princess energy at the Met Gala 2024. The coral-toned blush complemented the florals, while the volumising mascara and subtle brown kajal gave the eyes a doe-shaped effect. The body shimmer and the bun with the face-framing wisps provided the perfect finishing touch to this dreamy look.
Tira recommends:
Huda Beauty Cheeky Tint Blush Stick - Coral Cutie
PAC Cream Eyeliner - Aqua Brown
Plum Bodylovin Rose Gold Body Shimmer Oil
Vintage statement
Here, the actor went for retro chic with her outfit and makeup. She made a statement in a velvet black Sabyasachi saree, that was complemented by a red lip and classic pearls. Her bun was gently textured, the lipstick creamy and her eyes enhanced by a neutral base with a light liner. She also added a barely there blush and highlighter for a subtle, glowy flush
Tira recommends:
Peripera Ink Thin Thin Pencil Eyeliner - 04 Roasting Black
M.A.C Cremesheen Lipstick - Brave Red
Dear Dahlia Blooming Edition Paradise Jelly Single Eyeshadow - Matte Butter Beige
Statement siren
As the first Indian global ambassador for Gucci, Bhatt has experimented with her beauty looks every now and then. While, at its core, her Gucci Cruise look still championed her signature minimalist base and shiny glow, she switched things up with a bold lip. The actor went for a wine red lip, feathered brows and a sleek centre-part bun with flicks on either side.
Tira recommends:
Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow+ Volumizing Pencil - 06 Cool Soft Black
Star Struck by Sunny Leone Long Wear Lip Liner - Wine
Lakme Forever Matte Liquid Lip, 16hr Lipstick, Wine Touch
Gilded glow
Appearing at an award show, the 31-year-old chose a deep olive velvet saree paired with a scalloped hem and a plunging blouse. To complement the stealth wealth aesthetic, she opted for smokey makeup and a slicked-back bun. The eyes were the highlight, featuring a golden-brown base, diffused kajal along the waterlines and mascara-laden lashes. Besides, the well-blended base, complemented by sculpting contour and highlighter, ensured a snatched look. To top it off, the sheer pink lip added a pop of colour to the monotone look.
Tira recommends:
Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Foundation Primer
CLINIQUE Chubby Stick Sculpting Contour - Curvy
Anastasia Beverly Hills Stick Highlighter - Dripping in Gold
Bare-faced beauty
For Anant-Radhika’s pre-wedding events in Italy, the actor decided to do what she does best: stay minimalistic and classic. With a barely-there, no-makeup makeup look, she prioritised a smooth base and flushed cheeks that complemented her floral outfit. The key to a ‘less is more’ makeup look like this one is effective prep and using just a few key products. Filled and brushed brows, mascara on the lashes and a touch of highlighter can tie everything together.
Tira recommends:
Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Intensive Moisturizer
M.A.C Strobe Dewy Skin Tint - 02 Light
L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Panorama Waterproof Mascara
Going for glow
For Anant-Radhika’s sangeet ceremony, Bhatt opted for a black and gold embellished lehenga. To complement her fit, she went for tightlined eyes, glossy lips and beachy waves. A pro tip would be to make sure you fill in your brows, if you want to get a similar arch; and blend your contour well to avoid any harsh lines.
Tira recommends:
Maybelline New York Face Studio Master Chrome Metallic Highlighter
Too Faced Lip Injection Power Plumping Lip Gloss - Glossy & Bossy
Mermade Hair Pro Waver Pink 25Mm
