MakeUp Addicted

Usually it's a beauty no-no to pair dark lips with anything other than clear, flawless skin. But on the latest issue of Verve, Deepika Padukone's makeup artist Mickey Contractor helped the star get it exactly right, combining a matte burgundy lip with dramatic lashes and bronzy shadow. The brown and gold shadow make Deepika’s beautiful brown eyes radiate, plus, the lips tie the look together. The reason the two elements didn't compete? The absence of dark shadows like black and gray. By using warmer tones and just a touch of natural shimmery cheek color, the focus stayed on her gorgeous skin, eyes and 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

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.

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.

Looking futuristic-chic on this month's of Grazia India is Deepika Padukone. Her icy, petal pink lipstick at completed the look she was going for. We thought frosty shades went out with feathered bangs and contoured cheeks in the '80s, but Deepika made it modern by choosing a delicate shade and applying a thorough, nearly opaque coat. Leave it to this trendsetter to completely wow us!

Rec: Korres Mango Butter Lipstick Frost Pink

On the most important day of your life, transform into a bridal goddess everyone will remember for years to come. Say goodbye to over-the-top bridal make-up that will embarrass you every time you flip through your wedding album, and hello to the beautiful Indian bride with just the right amount of make-up. Take a cue from the lovely Deepika Padukone, who has a gorgeous take on bridal beauty with dewy cheeks, shimmery eyes and a glossy pout.

Get the look: Start with a clean and well moisturized face and apply a foundation primer to ensure your make-up lasts all through the ceremony. Use a creamy, long lasting concealer to cover any dark circles or blemishes. With light strokes, blend the foundation in circles over your skin to get an even base. Dramatic eyes and a bronzy skin make Deepika look like a perfect Indian bride. To achieve this, sweep some bronze-gold eyeshadow over your eye lids and draw an extended eye liner wing with a black eye liner. Create drama by lining your water line and draw a thick line close to your lower eye lid. Accentuate your eyes by using some fake eye lashes and sweep a coat of intense mascara. Create a bronze glow by using a blush on the apple of your cheeks and dust a bit of bronzing powder over your face for a glow-from-within complexion. A creamy lipstick and a coat of high shine gloss complete the look.