In this exciting episode of the Figuring Fashion Podcast, we sit down with the incredibly talented Nandhini Raju, also known as Kalwon Beauty, a celebrity makeup artist who has worked with top celebrities and brought flawless makeup looks to life for various occasions.If you're a makeup artist looking to elevate your skills, or just someone passionate about getting into the world of beauty, this conversation is packed with invaluable insights:/ If you’re an aspiring makeup artist or someone passionate about enhancing your skills, this episode is packed with valuable tips, expert advice, and career insights:💄 How to Achieve Flawless Makeup – Nandhini shares her top tips and techniques for creating a perfect makeup look, whether for weddings, photoshoots, or high-profile events.🌟 Celebrity Makeup Secrets – Learn how to break into the competitive world of celebrity makeup, working with Bollywood and South Indian stars.💅 Essential Makeup Products – Nandhini discusses the must-have products she uses for stunning, long-lasting makeup looks and how you can replicate them without breaking the bank.👩‍🎨 Advice for New Makeup Artists – If you're just starting out, Nandhini’s advice on building a career, understanding skin types, and finding your unique style will be your guide to success in the makeup industry.💄 Makeup for Men vs. Makeup for Women – Nandhini breaks down the key differences in makeup techniques for men and women, and how you can adapt your approach to create perfect looks for both!💳 Union Card for Working as a Makeup Artist in Movies – Learn about the importance of obtaining a union card to work in movies and the steps you need to take to make your way into the film industry as a makeup artist.💅 Cosmetology vs. Makeup Artistry: Do You Need Cosmetology School? – Is formal education in cosmetology necessary to be a successful makeup artist? Nandhini shares her perspective and discusses whether formal training is worth it for aspiring professionals.💋 Trial Makeup: What You Need to Know – Nandhini shares her expertise on trial makeup sessions and why they're crucial for clients, especially for weddings and photoshoots.🎓 Choosing the Right Makeup Teacher – One of the most important decisions for new makeup artists is finding the right teacher. Nandhini gives advice on how to choose a makeup teacher who will help you build a strong foundation and grow your career.

Whether you're dreaming of doing makeup for celebrities or just want to perfect your skills, this episode is a treasure trove of tips and advice from one of the best in the industry. Hit play to get inspired and start your journey towards becoming a pro makeup artist!TimeCodes(00:00) Highlights(01:13) Introduction(01:46) Kalwon's Journey In Makeup(05:12) Should a Makeup Artist learn Cosmetology ?(07:41) How to get your 1st Celebrity Makeup Client?(08:47) Getting Repeated Celebrity Work(13:06) When Clients/Celebs dont like your makeup?(14:00) Quick hack for Men's Makeup (15:43) Are Trial Makeup Necessary? (18:57) Hack for Flawless Makeup!(20:20) Makeup when skin is already Flawless(23:40) NO Payment For Makeup Artists(26:34) Are Collaborations worth it?(29:39) Inspiration for Fashion Makeup(32:22) Who will help a MUA more? (34:11) Struggles of Working in Movies as MUA(39:45) Expensive Products = Flawless output?(41:10) Advice to get into makeup(44:02) Upgrading in Makeup(45:55) How to choose your Makeup teacher?(51:53) Growing quickly as a MUA(55:25) Advice for Beginners(57:30) End of podcast