Pancake Makeup:

Pancake serves as a thick foundation in classical dance forms like Bharatanatyam, enhancing facial features and ensuring a bright appearance throughout the performance. It comes in various shades to suit different skin tones, from No.24 to No.30. Zaras offers top-quality pancakes from renowned brands like MiFi, Olivia, and Kosmik.

Panstick:

Pansticks, like pancakes, are used as a foundation but in stick form for easy application and full coverage. Available in shades from No.24 to No.30, they provide a convenient, efficient option for dancers. At Zara’s, you can find high-quality pansticks from MiFi, Olivia, and Kosmik.

Sponge:

Beauty sponges are essential for applying and blending foundation, pancake, or panstick to create a smooth finish. They come in various shapes and sizes, with larger ones ideal for even application and smaller ones for precision. Zaras offers a wide selection of sponges that are perfect for all makeup needs.

Rose Powder:

Rose powder is used in Bharatanatyam to set makeup and provide a soft blush effect that enhances the dancer’s complexion. It absorbs excess oil, ensuring a matte finish and long-lasting makeup during performances. Zaras offers high-quality rose powder that withstands intense stage lights and sweat.

Kajal:

Kajal enhances the dancer’s eyes, making them appear larger and more expressive, which is crucial for conveying emotions in Bharatanatyam. It is traditionally applied for a dramatic effect that complements eye movements. Zaras offers both regular and gel kajals from Swiss Beauty and Glam, designed for long-lasting, smudge-proof wear.

Eyebrow Pencil:

Eyebrow pencils are used to define and shape the eyebrows, giving the dancer a bold, dramatic look that frames the eyes. Waterproof options ensure the makeup stays intact during the performance. Zaras offers Swiss Beauty’s smudge-proof eyebrow pencils for a natural, fuller brow look.

Eyeliner:

Eyeliner is essential in Bharatanatyam to create dramatic, expressive eyes, often paired with kajal and eyeshadow. Thick, winged eyeliner enhances the dancer’s gaze, making their emotions more visible. Zaras carries eyeliners from top brands like Hilary Rhoda, Swiss Beauty, and Skyliner, ensuring a long-lasting, smudge-proof look.

Mascara:

Mascara enhances and lengthens eyelashes, making the eyes appear more expressive and captivating in Bharatanatyam performances. It is often used alongside eyeliner and eyeshadow for a bold eye look. Zaras offers Hilary Rhoda’s mascara, which adds volume and length to lashes for a dramatic effect.

Bindi:

The bindi is a traditional forehead decoration that enhances the dancer’s aesthetic and adds cultural significance to Bharatanatyam. It is placed at the centre of the forehead and complements other makeup elements. Zaras offers a variety of bindis, including sticker and liquid bindis in different colours and shapes.

Eye Shadow:

Eyeshadow in Bharatanatyam is used to make the eyes appear larger and more expressive, often in bold colours like gold, bronze, and deep red. It amplifies the impact of eye movements, essential for conveying emotions. Zaras offers high-quality eyeshadow palettes from Renee, featuring shades like rose and nude.

Lipstick:

Lipstick in bold red shades is used in Bharatanatyam to create a striking, dramatic look that enhances the dancer’s features. A matte, long-lasting formula ensures the lipstick stays intact throughout the performance. Zaras offers both liquid and stick lipsticks from Swiss Beauty, available in various red shades.

Lip Liner:

Lip liner defines and enhances the shape of the lips, ensuring a precise look during Bharatanatyam performances. It prevents lipstick from smudging or bleeding and creates a long-lasting finish. Zaras offers Swiss Beauty’s red lip liners, providing a creamy formula with a matte finish.

Blush:

Blush adds colour and vibrancy to the cheeks, enhancing facial expressions and creating a natural flush during Bharatanatyam performances. It complements other makeup elements and is typically applied to the apples of the cheeks. Zaras offers blushes from Swiss Beauty in gold and various pink tones, both individually and in palettes.

Highlighter:

Highlighter enhances key facial features, such as the eyes and brow bone, adding luminosity to the dancer’s face. It amplifies the impact of eye makeup and helps convey emotions more effectively. Zaras offers highlighters from Hilary Rhoda and Kiss Beauty in shades like golden, pink, and skin tones.

Brush:

Makeup brushes are crucial for achieving a precise, dramatic look in Bharatanatyam. Different brushes are used for eyeliner, eyeshadow, foundation, and contouring, ensuring flawless application. Zaras offers a range of makeup brushes, available as a piece or in sets, to suit various makeup needs.

Primer:

Primer ensures makeup stays intact during the physical exertion of a Bharatanatyam performance, creating a smooth base for the foundation. A mattifying primer is especially important for controlling oil and sweat. Zaras offers primers in a variety of skin shades, ensuring long-lasting results.

Foundation:

Foundation provides a smooth, full-coverage base that withstands sweat and physical movements during Bharatanatyam performances. It is applied over primer for an even, flawless finish. Zaras offers a wide range of foundations from Swiss Beauty, catering to all skin tones.

Concealer:

Concealer is used to cover blemishes and imperfections, helping to create a flawless stage-ready complexion in Bharatanatyam. It is also used to brighten dark circles and enhance facial features. Zaras offers concealers in various shades, designed for full coverage and long-lasting wear.

Makeup Fixer:

A makeup fixer ensures that makeup remains intact throughout Bharatanatyam performances, preventing smudging and fading. It is applied as the final step to keep the look fresh and vibrant. Zaras offers high-quality makeup fixers that provide a long-lasting hold during intense performances.

Hair Fixer:

Hair fixing spray helps secure hairstyles like buns or braids in place during energetic Bharatanatyam movements. It ensures the hair stays in place without becoming stiff. Zaras offers Keratin-based hair fixers that provide a strong, flexible hold for various hairstyles.

Eyelashes:

False eyelashes are used in Bharatanatyam to make the eyes appear larger and more expressive, enhancing facial expressions. Zaras offers premium eyelashes, ensuring comfort and durability during intense performances.

Glue Stick:

Glue sticks are used in Bharatanatyam for temporary body art or stage makeup effects, such as adding glitter or decorative designs. They are easy to apply and remove, making them ideal for creating visual interest. Zaras offers a variety of glue sticks for different makeup and body art needs.

Alta:

Alta is a red dye applied to the hands and feet in Bharatanatyam to enhance movements and mudras. It adds cultural significance and makes gestures more visible and dramatic. Zaras offers Alta in both liquid and sketch forms, providing an easy application for a vibrant finish.

Step into Zaras for all your Bharatanatyam makeup needs and discover products that perfectly complement your dance.