Shweta Pandey is a Senior Content Writer at Hindustan Times, with over 12 years of experience in beauty and wellness journalism, specialising in makeup, skincare, and hair care.
Skin Tint / Lightweight Foundation: Trust us! Cakey and heavily done makeup are a put-off! The new buzz is around skin that feels fresh, light and without being overdone. That is where a skin tint or a lightweight foundation would work best for you. Choose the skin tint or the lightweight foundation as per your skin type, tone and concerns to prepare the right base for the entire makeup. To get a dewy look, you can spray some toner on your makeup sponge and apply the skin tint or foundation. This avoids too much product application and keeps your skin dewy and fresh. Red Lipstick & Red Bindi: No Karwa Chauth makeup look feels quite complete without the timeless combination of red lipstick and a red bindi. Red lipstick adds a festive pop of colour, enhances your overall look and pairs beautifully with traditional outfits in red, pink, maroon and gold. Choose a matte formula for a defined finish or a creamy lipstick for a softer, comfortable feel. Complete the look with a red bindi to add a classic traditional touch. Together, these two essentials can elevate even the simplest makeup routine, helping you look festive and photo-ready without spending hours in front of the mirror.
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Her career reflects consistent growth, moving from content contributor to senior writer. She now plays a key role in shaping editorial strategy, social media content, and ensuring high-quality, reader-focused content that aligns with evolving audience needs. Shweta’s core expertise spans makeup, skincare, hair care, and holistic health and fitness. She specialises in in-depth beauty product reviews, ingredient analysis, skincare routines, and evidence-based wellness advice. Known for her analytical and data-driven approach, she relies on verified sources, dermatological insights, and expert consultations to ensure credibility. Her field experience includes interviewing Bollywood celebrities, beauty and makeup professionals, tracking consumer trends, and simplifying the top picks. Beyond her writing desk, Shweta enjoys exploring new destinations, experimenting in the kitchen with delightful recipes, and staying in tune with the latest beauty and wellness trends. Karwa Chauth is a celebration of love and togetherness, and creating a festive look does not have to mean spending hours at a salon. With the festival around the corner, you may already be planning your outfit, jewellery and makeup. But a polished festive look can be achieved at home with just five versatile makeup essentials and a few simple techniques. For working women balancing office commitments, household responsibilities and childcare, a quick, practical makeup routine can make getting ready less stressful. The key is to choose products that suit your skin type, blend easily and serve more than one purpose wherever possible. From creating an even-looking base to adding colour to your cheeks and lips, these five essentials can help you put together a fresh, occasion-ready look without an elaborate makeup kit.
She began her professional writing journey in 2011, entering the evolving world of digital lifestyle journalism as beauty and wellness content rapidly transformed in India. Over the years, she has worked with reputed digital media houses like India Today, the Times of India and Skymet Weather, steadily building credibility through well-researched features, product reviews, and trend analyses.
