Dove Beauty Bar | #GlowWithDove

I was invited to pamper myself at the Spa with a secret beauty treatment which was revealed to me later. They asked me how I felt after the facial spa, and I told them that I felt fresh and rejuvenated! When I found out they had used the Dove Beauty Bar (mixed with water) I was honestly quite surprised since I had no clue it could form a weightless, airy lather that spread so smoothly! I thoroughly enjoyed the #GlowWithDove event at Palladium Hotel Mumbai and got to meet bloggers from across India! :)  

Cheers to happy skin! :)

Lots of love,

Akriti

Easy Cocktail Makeup

Get Cocktail ready for your friend's party with this step-by-step video where I take you through the entire before and after makeove! ^_^ For Roshni's look, I went for a subtle smokey eye using gold shimmer on her eyelids and finishes off with a bright orange-red pout! I hope you guys enjoy this tutorial and find it useful..  Comment below and let me know what you think! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my channel, that will make my day!! :)

The lipstick I used on Roshni is from M.A.C called 'So Chaud'. It's such a stunning colour and looks great on Indian complexion since it has an orange undertone :) 

I'm leaving to Mumbai tomorrow for the Lakme Fashion Week so I need to start packing ASAP! 

See you guys soon! Pls follow me on Instagram @MesmereyesMakeup for everyday updates!

Love,

Akriti

Girls be like.. #nomakeupselfie

Do you agree? Haha :P #girls #nomkeup #selfie #nofilter #aunaturel #meme #lol 

Valentine's Day Makeup Look

Play it safe on Valentine's Day and opt for minimal makeup because the truth is, guys like girls with as little makeup as possible! (most guys at least!) Since the name of the game is "Who me? I'm not wearing makeup", opt  for subtle, earthy tones to enhance your natural beauty! ;) If you like the bold, sexy, sultry look, you can definitely go in for a bright red lipstick, but make sure it's matte, long-wearing and transfer-free! ^_^ In this video, I also show you a few essentials to keep in your clutch when you're heading out for a date! :)

Hope you guys enjoy it! Please subscribe to my youtube channel for more fun videos!

Sending you lots of love,
Akriti
Xxx

HAPPY PONGAL | PONGAL LOOK TUTORIAL

Pongal is the harvest festival of Tamil Nadu and is celebrated in the month of January every year. In this video, I dress up as in a traditional South Indian attire, decorate the house with kolam, show you a s simple day makeup look using soft colours and end up chewing on some delicious  sugarcane! Like the video, comment below, share it with your friends and don't forget to subscribe!

Pongal makeup look

Chewing on some juicy sugarcane!

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Can't wait to indulge in sakkrai pongal, haha! Have a nice day :)

Lots of love,
Akriti

5 ways to wear red jeans!

Red denims are a must-have in every girl's wardrobe! Not only is it super hot and sexy, but it's also an attractive color that will instantly uplift your mood when you're having a bad day! This is my first fashion video, I really hope you enjoy the 5 easy ways to wear red jeans! :) Scroll down to find out where I bought my outfits from!

1. White top- Zara
2. Navy blue striped top- FCUK
3. Black lace top- Forever New
4. Beige embroidered top- Promod
5. Leopard print top- Zara

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Have a fabulous day!

Love,
Akriti

5 things you don't know about me

Most of you all only know me as a Bridal Makeup Artist, Blogger, Vlogger and Trainer..  I decided to shoot this video after reading emails from you guys, asking me about my life outside work :) 

So here it is, a video where I open up about my true personality, talk about what I love doing and reveal a funny feature that I bet you don't know! 

Comment below and share the 5 random things that define you, it'll be fun!! 

Have a nice day,
Akriti

My cinnamon highlights | Hair

For 2 years now,  I've resisted the urge to highlight my hair, reminding myself that colouring can lead to more hair damage on my dry hair. I spend a lot of time with my Hairstylist Dolma who is an expert with haircuts, styling and colouring! Right before we left to Goa for a destination wedding, she got herself a cute bob cut with gorgeous mahogany streaks that sat so beautifully on her silky smooth hair! I was surprised at how her new look chopped off not only her hair, but also took away 10 years, making her look much younger!!

So on our flight journey, this was the topic of discussion.

I  have major issues with my dry, frizzy hair which can be very unmanageable at times! I've always wanted to add streaks to my hair, without drying it out further and making it look frizzier! Since I wanted a very subtle look, with a hint of colour, Dolma suggested to go for deep reds, mahogany, and browns instead of the lighter golds and browns. Lighter hues draw more attention to frizzy hair so stay away from them unless your hair is healthy and shiny! Plus, I always wanted a reddish brown since it looks amazing on Indian complexion... The moment Dolma suggested I go for a shade called "Cinnamon", my face lit up!! I love cinnamon everything- mixing it in my oats, sprinkling it on top f my coffee, baking cinnamon truffles and even applying it on my face as a mask! 

Even better, Dolma advised me to go for 2 shades - cinnamon and hazelnut.. now how could I say no to that!!??? So she went ahead and alternated between these two beautiful shades to cut the monotony of one colour! 

Dolma gave me a voluminous blow dry after, which lasted me for 2 days! Yes, my weekend was sorted. 

To protect my colored hair, I bought the Wella Professionals shampoo and conditioner (for coloured hair) since it works amazing to keep your hair healthy and shiny! Oh and after your first hair wash, the colour will stand out even more! :)

I absolutely love the haircut and streaks she gave me, I just can't get enough of them!! ^_^

Guess what... For those of you who want to get a haircut or colour from Dolma, she is offering a 20% discount on salon services to all Mesmereyes Makeup followers!! :D Yaaay! Her salon is in Luz Church Road (Mylapore) and her number is +919884759596. 

Hope you guys like the highlights as much as I do! :P Gosh, it's amazing how a new hairdo can make you feel so fabulous!! ;)

Have a beautiful day!

Mwah,
Akriti

How to curl your hair using a straightener

Okay, I have to admit.. I'm not very good with hair! :S This is the only technique I've learnt because when I studied in Manchester, all of my best friends were pros with hair and makeup! I watched them everyday, while they got ready for class, and wondered when and how I would ever be able to do the same! So I practiced and practiced, and finally I've managed to get it right! Haha :P

So this is my first hair tutorial where I take you through a step by step process on how to curl your hair using a straightener or flat iron. This is one of the easiest ways to get gorgeous curly, bouncy hair that stays on for long! If you're a beginner with hair, please turn off the straightener and practice this technique a couple of times to get a hang of it! Remember to use a heat protector spray before you begin to minimize hair damage.. Good luck! Hope you liked it.. Do comment below and tell me what you think!

Lots of love,
Akriti

I've got Eyelash Extensions!

What do Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez and I have in common? EYELASH EXTENSIONS!! :)

I was recently invited by NOVALASH in Delhi to try on a full set of temporary eyelash extensions... I couldn't resist since I LOVE long, voluminous lashes! As of now, they cost Rs.4,500 for a set of lashes and they last around 5 weeks which is pretty cool, ideal for bride-to-be's! 

Imagine waking up every morning with gorgeous lashes without  having to apply any mascara!! ^_^

You can watch the video below to find out more about the lashes and my experience with synthetic eyelash extensions! :)

Have a fabulous day!!

Love,

Akriti

My Dove Ad | Dove Face Wash | #ReasonsToSmile

What makes me smile? ICE CREEAAAAM!! ^_^ That's the first thing that came to my mind when Dove India contacted me! :D  Infact, when we were shooting for that particular shot, the director paused, made me re-take the shot and said "Akriti, please take a smaller bite!" Haha! :P  

                       

So I arrived in Mumbai a few days earlier for wardrobe trials as we had to finalize a look that was very "me". It was a pleasure to work with Tasneem, the stylist for the shoot.. She created a simple yet chic look which I was extremely comfortable in- beige denims and a crisp white top from Zara! :) I love pearls so we went for classy pearl earrings and a simple pearl necklace from Accessorize (my fav!) 

Keeping myself hydrated and eating biryani at 1am! Haha :D 

I was blown away when I reached the sets.. It was AMAZING!! They pay attention to detail, and I mean minute details like the colour of a book kept on the side of a table or the position of a flower which was completely out of focus but still shows in the frame or even a scratch on the table which could hardly be seen.. 

Lights. Camera. Action

I wish I could take this home!

How pretty is that??

Overall, I had a blast shooting for the Dove face wash ad- I felt like a queen sitting on a throne in my vanity! Haha... to be very honest, I felt bad and guilty at the same time when I was given so much attention!! :P

I hope you guys enjoy watching the ad! Do check out the face washes, they come in 3 variations- Deep Pore, Beauty Moisture, Go Fresh.. Choose the one that suits your skin type: Normal/Dry/Oily. You need less than a pea-sized amount of the face wash since a little goes a long way! These face washes form a velvety lather that removes dirt and grime from your face, you'll feel clean and refreshed after! :)

I would love to know what puts a smile on your face! Comment below and tell me, what are YOUR #ReasonsToSmile! :)

Keep smiling! :D

Lots of love and hugs,

Akriti

GIVEAWAY | 3 Year Anniversary | India

Ahhhhh!! 3 years and counting!! Thank you guys for your unconditional love, support and encouragement! This video is dedicated to each and every one of you'll, who have stood by me through my wonderful journey! It's time I give back to YOU guys!! :* 

Watch this video to find out the rules to enter the giveaway :)

This hamper includes exciting goodies from Party in a Box Chennai, a Sally Hansen 18 Hour Protective Hand Cream, a Bed Head 'Small Talk' Thickifier and a perfume by Orifalme- More by Demi! 

One lucky winner gets this hamper worth Rs.6,500 delivered to your doorstep! (provided you live in India! :)

The contest closes in 10 days, on 21-10-2014

GOOD LUCK!

Thanks a ton everyone!

Tight hugs,
Akriti :) 

Classic Black Smokey Eyes | Video | Indian Skintone

It's here it's here!!

Classic black smokey eyes is a versatile look that flatters Indian complexion and is a top favourite amongst Bollywood actresses, be it Rani Mukherjee or Kareena Kapoor! You can experiment with pretty much any colour by replacing it with the black eyeshadow! It's one of those sexy, sultry looks that will never go out of fashion... team it up with any outfit from your wardrobe and look like you're straight off the runway!!

Watch this video to learn how to rock this look and stand out from the crowd!! :D 

I hope you guys enjoy this tutorial! Please subscribe to my YouTube channel, like the video and comment below!! :D 

Have an amazing day,

Akriti

My 25th Birthday Look!

Hey guys!! Before I went out for dinner with my friends, I decided to shoot a video of my "birthday look" :D  I wore an embroidered white sequence dress from Topshop, curled my hair and attached an emerald green necklace for a princessy look, haha! :)

Here is the video! :)

Hope you enjoy it, please do comment and tell me what you think! Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel! :)



Love,
Akriti 

Mesmereyes Makeup Brushes launching soon!

It's official!! Mesmereyes Makeup Brushes launching soon in India!! :D I'm so excited to collaborate with a renowned brush manufacturer and design a limited edition brush kit which will be sold across India! :) The majority of the brushes will have natural hair- cruelty free! It will take a couple of months for the launch since it will take me a while to test the brushes, wash them, ensure they are of superior quality, finalize on the design and colour.. I'm not going to give the green signal until I'm 100% satisfied with the brush quality and durability! 

I'm so so excited about this new venture, can't wait for the madness to begin!! I will update you guys once the sample have reached, would love to hear your inputs with regards to the design and colour.. hehe! 

Have a great sunday!

Love,
Akriti