In 2025, bridal beauty is all about achieving glowing skin, embracing individuality, and exuding timeless elegance. Celebrity makeup artist Bianca Louzado, known for her work with some of India’s most famous brides, shares her expert insights on the looks, palettes, and tips that are defining this year’s weddings. What’s the most significant bridal makeup trend of 2025? Fresh, luminous skin with a ‘your skin but better’ finish is dominating this year. Brides want understated elegance soft sculpting, creamy products, and light-reflecting highlights that create an ethereal glow. Brides are still inspired by celebrity weddings. “For Sanjana Ganesan at her wedding with Jasprit Bumrah, I created a fresh, skin-focused look that remains a favourite today. Kiara Advani’s dewy glow and Alia Bhatt’s romantic minimalism are also top references, while Priyanka Chopra’s modern-traditional fusion appeals to brides who want balance. For intimate and destination weddings, soft glam effortless, romantic looks are most popular. But in grand, multi-day North Indian celebrations, traditional glam with bold eyes and vibrant colours continues to shine. Colours & Palettes to Watch Warm peach, muted rose, soft corals Gold, champagne, and bronze shimmer for the eyes Matte berry lips for winter weddings Glossy nude lips for summer ceremonies How does destination wedding makeup differ by climate? Beach weddings: Lightweight, sweat-resistant products with SPF and minimal powdering. Cold climates: Rich hydration layers, creamy textures, subtle highlighter. Dry regions like Rajasthan: Matte long-wear bases with hydrating prep, warm earthy tones. Do’s & Don’ts for Brides See a dermatologist several months in advance and stick to a consistent skincare routine. Avoid experimenting with facials or new skincare products right before the big day. What mistakes do brides commonly make? Over-exfoliating, last-minute treatments, and ignoring the event’s lighting when finalizing looks. Lighting matters more than most people realize. If a trial is

With decades of experience as India’s beauty and wellness pioneer, Shahnaz Husain has transformed countless brides and grooms into their most radiant selves. Her integrated approach blends Ayurveda, herbal care, and time-tested rituals to ensure you look and feel your best on your big day. Here, she shares her essential tips. What is the ideal pre-bridal skincare routine you recommend for glowing skin? You must begin with proper skincare first; it should include CTMPN–Cleansing, toning, moisturizing, protection, and nourishment. These are the crucial skincare steps that you should always remember. Start by cleansing your face with a mild, soap-free cleanser, then refresh your skin with a rose essence toner, suitable for all skin types. Apply a light moisturizer to lock in hydration and never skip daily SPF to shield your skin from UV damage. At night, pamper your skin with a hydrating and repairing serum to restore its natural balance. For the best results, choose gentle herbal products. With consistent care, this routine will leave your skin naturally radiant, giving you that soft, bridal-like glow. How early should a bride begin her skincare preparations before the wedding? It all depends on what procedure you are opting for. If you are looking for skin corrective procedures addressing concerns like dark spots or uneven skin tone, then it takes six months to show results. If you are opting for glowing skin procedures, then three months is ample time. Additionally, it takes time to understand and get accustomed to various procedures, and for your skin to react or accept them. To be on the safer side, six months at least. For those in a hurry, I recommend nothing less than 3 months, and they should indulge in an instant glow facial 2 weeks in advance, avoiding getting any such procedure a couple of

Modern lifestyles are often dominated by work, causing us to overlook essential routines that form the foundation of a healthy life. In the constant hustle whether driven by work pleasure or pressure we tend to neglect the growing importance of our well-being. As MANOGNA REDDY reminds us, taking control of our mornings is the first step toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. Enough of the hustle it’s time to prioritise yourself. Mornings offer the perfect opportunity to engage in rituals that energise and ground you for the day ahead. Begin your day with intention, and you’ll start to see meaningful and lasting changes. Do Not Snooze Waking up early grants you precious time to focus on personal health, wellness, and hygiene often the first things we sideline on a busy day. Hitting the snooze button may offer a few extra minutes of rest, but it often steals away time, leaving behind guilt and a rushed start. Embracing an early start not only adds structure to your day but also brings a sense of clarity and control that sets the tone for everything that follows. Hydrate Begin your day with a hot glass of water. This as a practice flushes out toxins from our body and helps aid digestion. You may also add lemon, ginger, or tulsi leaves depending on what suits your body best. Hydrating first thing in the morning awakens your internal system and gives a fresh kickstart to your metabolism. Exercise Give your body the movement it deserves. You don’t need a full gym session just 10 to 20 minutes of stretching, yoga, or a brisk walk can work wonders. Exercise not only strengthens your muscles but also refreshes your mind and uplifts your mood. It also helps you stay disciplined and keeps laziness at bay throughout

They say just five minutes in nature can start healing your body. At SANTANI WELLNESS Resort, Kandy, it takes even less. Tucked away in the lush hills of Sri Lanka, four hours from Colombo, this isn’t just a resort it’s a sanctuary where modern stress is gently undone by ancient wisdom. When I was invited to review Santani, I was simply expecting a luxurious break. What I received was a transformation of body, mind, and rhythm. Join SINDURI VUPPALA on her journey into one of the world’s most conscious wellness destinations.  When the invitation arrived in my inbox to review Santani Wellness Resort, I paused. The name itself intrigued me. Santani a Sanskrit word meaning “in harmony with” immediately hinted at something deeper than just another luxury spa retreat. As a journalist constantly on the move, my mind cluttered with deadlines and devices, the promise of “balance” sounded too good to be true. I needed it more than I realised. Getting to Santani isn’t a spontaneous affair. It’s a four-hour drive from Colombo airport, winding through misty hills and sleepy villages. But every mile feels like a slow unravelling of the stress that city life knots into your body. As we drove up the final stretch, literally skimming the edge of a mountain range, I rolled down the window and inhaled deeply my first real breath in weeks. The view: endless, green, alive. I didn’t know it yet, but I was already beginning to heal. We were welcomed not with cold towels or champagne flutes, but with something far rarer genuine silence. No music. No chatter. Just the soft murmur of wind through the trees and the gentle bow of a staff member who led us directly to lunch. The chef greeted us personally. “Tell me what your body feels