As an artist Ms. Arti Damania has perceived makeup and hair styling as another form of fine art.

One of the things she likes most about Make-up artistry is when she discovers the faces that are hidden underneath what everyone else sees. Whether she works on a model for a photo shoot, a cast for a film production or a nervous young bride, it has always been a challenge.

Ms.Arti Damania is a professional Make-up Artist and Hair stylist based in Mumbai. She has received her training from
Bharat&Dorris. She specializes in Hair and Make up services for Photoshoots , Fashion/Print ,Commercial bookings, Editorials, Runway, Music videos, Model testing, Acting headshots, Makeovers, Film, Television, Bridal & Special occasions.

Ms. Damania answered Sify readers’ queries related to the above in an exclusive chat. Read the transcript below.

I have very very thin eyebrows. Looks bad if I highlight it with pencil. Your suggestion on this pl.

If you want to highlight your eyebrows, fill up the gaps with dark brown or brown eyebrow powder with an angular brush instead of a pencil, Brown makes it look natural and dark brown would make it look more highlighted. And the same colours can be used for eye shadows.

Should hair colouring be done only by professionals or at parlours to get the best results?

Yes. But covering the grey hair could be done at home as well. But if its always advisable to visit a hair salon.

What should be the right frequency of colouring one’s hair?
After every 3-4 months is advisable but if you want to touch up the grown hair it could be done as and when the colour fading takes place.

What products are the best to use on coloured hair as they get very frizzy and dry after colouring?
Shampoo and conditioners that are used should only be for the coloured hair. Use a good branded serum to control the frizzy. Go to hair spa to keep your hair well maintained.

Kindly give some advise on the use of hair colour?
Hair colour should be used according to your skin tone. It should suit your personality and one should know how to carry it well. Not everything in trend suits everyone. So best would be to take an expert’s advise.

Any advise for the storage of cosmetics? Is it fine to refrigerate eye make-up?
I would not personally do the same. Keep your cosmetics at a place that is moisture free and away from sunlight. Lipsticks can be stored in refrigerator.

Can a cosmetic turn stale even before an expiry date if not used regularly?
It depends on the products you buy, with lipsticks and base there might be a possibility.

Can you suggest a few make up precautions Ms.Arti?
For me I always wash my face before any make up application, Secondly if you doing the make up regularly carry your own sponge/ applicator. Use water proof cosmetics for monsoon.

I am 34 yrs female. Is it safe to go for cosmetic tattooing?
It is safe till the time you go to a professional tattooing expert. Check the needles. And it is safe if you visit an expert takes care of the hygiene.

And what should I look for in good cosmetics?
See to it that you buy good branded ones. Now days you have good products that also enhance your skin and also give you the desired look.

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