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Suppose you are Nadia and you are about to get married next month. And as an ideal bride-to-be, you are confused about which MUA (MakeUp Artist) to choose. Having so many different rituals, you want to have different makeup for each of them. And while searching the socials, you got more confused than you were sorted out.
The most eagerly awaited season of the brides-to-be is here- the wedding season. Almost every girl dreamt of having a fairytale wedding, looking flawlessly beautiful in her attire, jewellery and everything.
As a desi wedding has loads of functions bombarded with Akdh, Sangeet, Haldi, wedding and reception, you don't want to repeat the same makeover. And this is where the MUAs got you covered to enhance your grace and to doll you up with stunning event-appropriate makeovers.
Elegant Makeover and Fashion
Branches situated in Gulshan and Banani, Samina Sara and her team deliver unparalleled bridal makeovers. Their basic bridal packages start with Tk 15000 and are done by in-house senior artists with a soft glam look.
Celebrity MUA Samina Sara, known for her signature looks, both traditional and western looks, can cost up to Tk 55000. This includes not only high-end makeup products but also skincare, contact lenses, hair extensions, saree draping and everything brides can ask for.
For Haldi, she creates a fresh, dewy look with nude lips with gradient eye makeup or soft, smokey eyes. For reception looks, it's bolder with cut-crease eyes, sharp contour, and bold lips. You can choose this salon for a radiant haldi look.
Diva by Tasnim Porna
Tasnim Porna is the undeniable queen of traditional red bridal makeup. Her signature style includes smokey eyes, with dramatic falsies complemented by sharp arched brows and cherry lips.
Operating from Dhanmondi, this salon offers bridal packages starting from Tk 17000 for senior artists and for Tk 24000, you can get Porna's magical touch. She is a pro at the "Laal Tuktuke Bou" look, accentuating your eyes and lips pop against the red Banarasi saree. And don't worry about the cakey foundation; her base makeup is smooth and flawless.
Glamfreak by Farin
Based in Bashundhara R/A, Farin is the magician when it's about dewy base. Her signature look? Jaw-dropping cut creases, sharp contours, and a glowy highlighter so no one can take your thunder.
Top it off with statement nude lips: matte or glossy; it's up to you. Bridal packages begin with Tk 18500 for senior artists and for Farin's magic touch, Tk 26500. But it's worth every taka. From voluminous curls to saree draping, she got you covered.
And fearing the base will be cakey? She ensures a flawless base that will last all night long. If you want a long-lasting, flawless, dewy base that makes everyone go aww, Glamfreak By Farin is the answer.
Gala Makeover Studio by Naveen Ahmed
Located near Gulshan 2, Gala Makeover Studio by Naveen Ahmed is the first pick if you want a fresh, elegant bridal look, a simple yet gorgeous look. Remember when fans went all gaga over Munzereen Shahid's no-makeup look on her engagement? And the makeover was created none other than by Gala. Keeping her glowing skin on focus, the team created a minimal bridal look that made Munzereen look effortlessly beautiful and graceful on her big day.
Keeping a luminous base on the focal point, this salon charge range starts with Tk 15000 if done with a senior artist, whilst if dolled up by Naveen herself, the price will be Tk 40000. But every penny is worth it when her flawless and minimal touch lets the bride's inner radiance shine through her big day.
Make-Onish
Make-Onish by expert makeup artist Nadia Onima Ishma, a Dhaka-based MUA, provides premium home service bridal makeup in Dhaka. From budget-friendly, her semi-bridal package starts at Tk 4,000 for just face makeup, going up to Tk 5,000, including hairstyling.
Bridesmaid makeup is available for Tk 6,000. Onish's classic bridal packages are priced at Tk 10,000, Tk 13,000 and Tk 16,000.
She creates a soft, glam look for pastel brides with rosy pink cheeks and peach lips. Her signature style features a gleaming base, sculpted brows, smokey kohl eyes, and timeless red lips, all applied with a chef's precision kiss. Whether you're a budget bride or a red and gold goddess, Make-Onish has your Dhaka wedding day glow ready to shine. Her mehendi looks will make you all awestruck.
Before deciding on the best fit, shortlist 2-3 trial possibilities. Choosing the perfect makeup artist for your big day is important. Your special day demands the radiance of beautiful makeup from the finest hands in this industry.