Bridal Trousseau• 2026-01-14
The Ultimate Indian Bridal Makeup Trousseau Checklist
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Riya Kapoor, Celebrity MUA
MakeUpWallah Expert

Your bridal trousseau isn't just about sarees and jewellery. A well-curated makeup kit will save you during all those post-wedding dinners and family visits. Don't buy everything—buy smart.
The Essentials
1. Base
- Primer: A blurring primer to smooth out texture.
- Foundation: Stick to a medium coverage buildable foundation (e.g., MAC Studio Fix).
- Concealer: One for highlighting (lighter) and one for spot correcting (exact match).
2. Eyes
- Neutral Palette: A mix of browns, golds, and champagnes (e.g., Huda Beauty Nude).
- Kajal: Jet black and smudge-proof (essential for the Indian look).
- Mascara: Waterproof, always.
3. Lips
Pack 3 key shades:
- The Perfect Red: For festivals and parties.
- Your "My Lips But Better" Nude: For daily wear.
- A Pink/Mauve: For day events.
4. Tools
A beauty blender and a basic 5-piece brush set (Foundation, Blush, Powder, Eye blending, Angled liner) are enough.
5. Skincare Over Makeup
Invest 60% of your budget in skincare (Makeup Remover, Sunscreen, Night Cream). Good skin makes makeup look 10x better.
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