How I Celebrate Diwali Through Makeup This Year

The diyas glow in every corner of my home, fresh flowers beautifully adorn the entrance, and my favorite lehenga waits for me to enter it. Diwali, the festival of lights, is undoubtedly my favorite celebration of the year. While the festivities are filled with mouth-watering treats, gorgeous décor, and endless gatherings, one of my highlights is getting my beauty routine just right. With so many events lined up, it's the perfect excuse to unleash my creativity through makeup.

My routine is quick and simple on a regular day—just a dash of blush, a coat of mascara, and a hint of lip oil. But Diwali is the time when I let my imagination run wild and experiment with looks that complement my outfits, jewelry, and the celebratory vibe. Whether I'm attending a dazzling party or an intimate family dinner, here's how I prepped for Diwali this year, featuring my favorite Colors Queen products!

Diwali Look 1: Glam for a Glittering Gala

For a grand Diwali celebration, I aimed for a glamorous, glittery look to match my black and silver outfit. I started with the perfect skincare base. Since the season brings cooler weather, I opted for a nourishing layer of Colors Queen Base Illuminator for that radiant, dewy effect. My foundation was the Colors Queen Real Base Oil Free, which gave me flawless medium coverage to even out my complexion while allowing my skin to breathe. I applied it effortlessly with my fingers for a natural finish.

The eyes are the star of the show! To complement my bold outfit, I went with a smoky eye using Colors Queen Divine Eyeshadow Palette. I blended the matte beige shade across my lids and added a shimmering silver for that extra sparkle. A bold winged eyeliner using Colors Queen Shine Line Eyeliner added drama to my eyes.

To complete the look, I dusted some Colors Queen Master Chrome Highlighter on my cheekbones and finished with a nude lip using Colors Queen Lip Define in Nude Glow. A quick spritz of the Colors Queen Stay All Night Setting Mist ensured my makeup stayed flawless throughout the night.

Diwali Look 2: Subtle Indo-Western Chic

For a more relaxed Indo-Western vibe, I kept the makeup soft yet sophisticated. I started with a well-moisturized base using Colors Queen Face Serum, followed by a light layer of Colors Queen Real Base Oil free foundation. To brighten my under-eye area, I dabbed a little Colors Queen Concealer —perfect for covering up those late-night party aftermaths!

For my eyes, I went with a subtle look, using a soft matte pink from the Colors Queen Country Obsession Eyeshadow Palette. No eyeliner this time, just a swipe of Colors Queen Lash Look mascara to define my lashes naturally. I lightly contoured my face using the Colors Queen Conceal & Reveal Contour Shade and dabbed it on my lips for a soft tint, topping it with a sheer lipgloss for that effortless glow.

Diwali Look 3: Bold Lips for Family Festivities

For family gatherings, I kept my face makeup simple but turned the focus to my lips with a bold color. I prepped my skin with the Colors Queen Perfect Radiant Primer before applying a touch of foundation and concealer for a smooth, even base. A swipe of bronzer from the Colors Queen Contour and Bronzer palette added warmth to my face, while a quick flick of Colors Queen Shine Eye Eyeliner completed my eyes.

The hero of this look? My bold lip! I chose the Colors Queen Color Stay Lipstick, a rich, buildable shade that brings just the right pop of color for the festive season.

From glowing skin to shimmering eyes and bold lips, Diwali is the perfect time to celebrate beauty in all its forms. With Colors Queen Cosmetics, my looks are always festive-ready and full of color!