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Eid Beauty Is Going Minimal—And Gloss, Blush, Kajal Are Leading the Shift
IDIVA | March 21, 2026 4:41 PM CST

Eid has traditionally always been about full glam, including a full-coverage base, among other things, but clearly, there's a shift in the bold makeup. While dressing up is important, and is meant to be a key part of the happy occasion, clearly, 'less but better' is what's working for most people right now.

Thanks to social media, no one's afraid of showing real skin texture, and soft glam has found increased love. So, here's all about it and what to do.

How do just the gloss, blush and kajal work

Well, the three focus areas seem to be covered, and that's all anyone needs, isn't it? While the gloss helps you get the hydration, make your look more polished, it is also very festive-like, especially with the kind of glosses coming in the market these days.

Blush, meanwhile, truly adds life to every look, and once you let go of the heavy contouring, you can easily get the whole look together with the right placement. Place your blush slightly higher so that it looks festive but also lifted. Blend softly into the temples, and you can also try out the same colour on your lids to make sure there's that monotone vibe going on, if nothing.

iDiva recommends: e.l.f. Cosmetics Camo Liquid Blush

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Now, be very picky with your glosses because you need to choose the ones that go well with your blush, depending on the vibe you are going for. Don't overdo it, but let the lips look plump, and obviously, don't forget to reapply.

iDiva recommends: FENTY BEAUTY Gloss Bomb Heat Universal Lip Luminizer

Lastly, the kajal screams festive and of course, it is culturally a very rich way to look a certain way and can be styled along with any look you want. Just use it on the waterline if you want subtle, or go all out and make it smokey if that's what you vibe with.

Tip: It goes without saying that you should opt for tinted moisturisers or skin tints or concealer-only looks, so that it's your skin but better and obviously don't forget to prep well, and make sure to hydrate extra.

Trending colours to keep a lookout for

Trending tones that'll catch your attention include rosy pinks and flushed corals, because it's summertime, plus soft glam doesn't have to be drab. You can also make your choices and focus on glosses that are leaning towards more brown tones, and you'll see how the looks come together. Opt for a smudged black eyeshadow if you want or just stick to soft kohl for the eyes - go for browns if you think that works better, though.

Just follow through on three products and do that subtle base right and you'll easily be as pretty as the Eid ka chand!

Social and lead image credits: Instagram/kareenakapoorkhan, Instagram/deepikapadukone, Instagram/janhvikapoor



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