10 Unique Diwali Makeup Looks For 2024

This Diwali, amp up your festive look with these 10 unique makeup styles that will make you shine. Each look is carefully curated to bring out the festive glow, from traditional elegance to modern glam. Whether you prefer bold colours or subtle hues, there's a Diwali makeup look here for everyone!

10 Trending Diwali Makeup Looks To Try This Year

1. Golden Goddess Glow

This timeless look embraces gold tones to enhance your natural radiance. Ideal for evening gatherings, the golden highlights reflect the flicker of Diwali lights.

Steps:

1. Prep the skin with a hydrating primer.

2. Use a golden shimmer eyeshadow on the eyelids.

3. Highlight the cheekbones with a gold-toned highlighter.

4. Add a soft pink blush and finish with nude or peachy lipstick.

5. Use golden eyeliner on the waterline for extra glam.

2. Bold Winged Liner with Red Lips

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This classic combination of bold winged eyeliner and red lips is perfect for adding drama to your Diwali celebrations.

Steps:

1. Apply black eyeliner to create a sharp, extended wing.

2. Use a nude eyeshadow on the lids for balance.

3. Contour your face subtly to enhance your features.

4. Finish the look with a bold red lipstick.

5. Keep the rest of the makeup minimal to make the lips and eyes pop.

3. Smokey Eyes with Nude Lips

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A sultry smokey eye pairs beautifully with a nude lip for an effortlessly chic Diwali look.

Steps:

1. Apply black and grey eyeshadow to create a smokey effect.

2. Blend the edges for a smooth finish.

3. Use black kohl on the lower lash line for intensity.

4. Pair the smokey eyes with a nude lipstick.

5. Add a light highlighter on the brow bone and cheeks.

4. Vibrant Peacock Eye Makeup

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Inspired by the peacock’s vibrant colours, this look features bold blues and greens on the eyes, making it perfect for Diwali parties.

Steps:

1. Apply a deep blue eyeshadow on the outer corners of your eyes.

2. Add a vivid green eyeshadow to the centre and inner corners.

3. Blend the colours for a seamless gradient effect.

4. Use a metallic blue eyeliner on the lower lash line.

5. Pair with neutral lips to let the eyes stand out.

5. Soft Rosy Glow

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This look focuses on soft pink tones for a fresh, feminine touch that complements any traditional attire.

Steps:

1. Start with a dewy foundation for a glowing base.

2. Use a soft pink blush on the apples of your cheeks.

3. Apply a light pink eyeshadow with a touch of shimmer.

4. Finish with a rosy pink lipstick.

5. Add a bit of highlighter for a radiant look.

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1. Treat Love Care Brightening Foundation

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2. MyGlamm K.Play Flavoured Highlighter 

Looking for a fab makeup product that’ll add that dose of shine to your face? This highlighter is for you! This highlighter blends effortlessly, offers an easy application, and amplifies the skin’s natural radiance.

6. Monochromatic Bronze Makeup

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A monochromatic bronze look is subtle yet glamorous, perfect for daytime Diwali events.

Steps:

1. Apply a bronze eyeshadow across your eyelids.

2. Use a bronze blush on your cheeks.

3. Add a bronze highlighter to your cheekbones and nose.

4. Opt for a bronze-toned lipstick.

5. Keep the look cohesive by sticking to warm bronze tones throughout.

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1. POPxo 12 Eyeshadow Kit

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7. Pop of Colour with Blue Eyeliner

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Add a modern twist to your traditional look with a bold pop of blue eyeliner.

Steps:

1. Apply a neutral eyeshadow as a base.

2. Line your eyes with a bright blue eyeliner, extending it into a wing.

3. Add a touch of blue eyeliner on the waterline for more intensity.

4. Keep the lips neutral with a peachy-nude lipstick.

5. Add a subtle blush for a balanced look.

MyGlamm Recommends:

1. MyGlamm LIT Glossy Liquid Eyeliner

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8. Glitter Cut-Crease Eyes

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Shimmering cut-crease eyes are a showstopper for Diwali night, bringing all the glam to your look.

Steps:

1. Start by applying a matte base eyeshadow on your eyelids.

2. Use glitter eyeshadow on the crease to define it.

3. Create a sharp line between the two shades for a bold cut-crease effect.

4. Apply false lashes for added drama.

5. Finish the look with a nude lipstick.

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Clean Beauty Argan Oil BB Foundation Stick

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LIT Lip & Cheek Rouge

The LIT Lip & cheek rouge is an all-in-one tint for lips and cheeks. It nourishes the skin and gives a high-colour payoff, a buildable sheen, and an instant flush of colour to the face.

Spotlight Illuminating Liquid Highlighter

If you are looking for something that would add that soft dewy look to your face, this liquid highlighter is for you! From giving a diffused light effect, a buildable highlight, to adding radiance to reducing the appearance of pores & wrinkles, this highlighter is quite amazing!

9. Bold Halo Eye with Deep Berry Lips

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This look combines a bold halo eye with rich berry lips, ideal for night-time Diwali festivities.

Steps:

1. Apply a dark brown eyeshadow on the outer and inner corners of your eyes.

2. Add a shimmery shade in the centre of your eyelids for a halo effect.

3. Use black eyeliner for definition.

4. Pair the eyes with a deep berry lipstick.

5. Contour your cheeks lightly to balance the bold lips.

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1. Manish Malhotra 9 in 1 Eyeshadow Palette

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2. LIT Creamy Matte Lipstick - Blood Mary

The LIT Creamy matte lipstick in the shade ‘Blood Mary’ gives a demi-matte finish, creamy texture, immediate colour payoff, and an easy application.

10. Traditional Kohl-Rimmed Eyes with Gold Lips

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For a classic Indian look, go for kohl-rimmed eyes paired with gold lips, perfect for ethnic wear.

Steps:

1. Use black kohl to rim your upper and lower lash lines.

2. Smudge the kohl slightly for a smokey effect.

3. Add a gold eyeshadow to the centre of your eyelids.

4. Finish with a gold-toned lipstick.

5. Highlight the cheekbones with a soft gold highlighter.

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MyGlamm Magic Potion 

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So, now that you have got a sense of the best Diwali makeup looks to try this year, why wait then? Choose the best one, prepare yourself up, gather all the essentials, and make your Diwali all glammed up with our looks!