Apsaracore is the makeup trend that is made for South Asian beauty enthusiasts

Beauty trends change faster than Mumbai's weather during spring. Having one particular trend as your favourite can be daunting, as something better always comes up. Clean girl aesthetic, mob-wife glamour, tomato girl summer, Scandinavian girl winter – it's exhausting to keep up with all these aesthetics, and that's not even the worst part. It's disappointing when most of these trends aren't for us either. Focused on and catered to Westerners, most of these beauty trends don't make us feel like our best selves.

Don't be disheartened though; we have cracked the code to what will. Meet Apsaracore, the only beauty trend you need to know as a South Asian diva. Rooted in Indian culture and aesthetics, Apsara refers to a celestial being known for her divine beauty. Known for their grace, elegance and artistic talents, Apsaras are capable of mesmerising anyone with their otherworldly, feminine beauty.

Think Sridevi, Malavika Mohanan, Tammanah Bhatia, Janhvi Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and the list is endless. While these looks can be characterised by full, plump lips painted in shades of reds, browns, and mauves and prominently highlighted cheekbones, the magic all lies in the eyes (chico!). The eyes are emphasised with bold-coloured, sparkly eyeshadow and thick layers of kohl and kajal, making them look siren-like and feminine at once.

This style of makeup has been popular with both; celebrities and pop culture. From cult classics to modern marvels of Bollywood, these kinds of makeup looks have always been at the front and centre of these movies, prompting the lovesick actors to sing sonnets and dance on the streets to woo these beauties.

It can be bold and out there, like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan' as the embodiment of Indian beauty as Paroo in Devdas, or subtle and sweet, like Anushka Sharma's Alizeh's signature kohled-up eyes in Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, or the blueprint for a modern-day baddie like Alia Bhatt's Rani as the corporate-apsara in Rocky and Rani Kii Prem Kahani.

Typically associated with traditional attires like sarees, kurtas or salwar kameez, it's a misconception that these makeup styles can't be pulled off with dresses and skirts. Take this look by Priyanka Chopra, for example; she pulls off the Apsaracore make-up while donned in a stunning pearl dress.

How to get the Apsaracore make-up look?

Now that we have established that Apsaracore is the makeup look we need to watch out, the only question that remains is how to achieve this stunning look. Follow the steps below to release your inner apsara for the world to see:

Skin Prep

Apsaras have a glistening look after hours of practising dance. The base for your skin therefore needs to be dewy. Start with a moisturiser for a healthy glow as your first step. After SPF and primer, opt for a foundation with light to medium coverage. Opt for a foundation that has hydrating ingredients for naturally plump-looking skin. Finish your prep by concealing the under-eye area.

Siren-like eyes 

Once your skin is all set, focus on the eyes. Start with a dark- and bright-coloured eyeshadow matching your outfit; choose a shimmery, glittery coat on top for an eye-catching appeal. Follow it with winged eyeliner. Cover your waterline with kajal or kohl before dousing your eyelashes with generous amounts of mascara, leaving a set of hypnotising eyes behind

Lips and cheeks 

Opt for a rosy shade of blush for a natural flush-like appearance, and add highlighter to your cheekbones to create a sculpted appearance. For your lips, start with a liner to create a perfect pout; follow the liner with a rich shade of brown or deep red best suited for brown skin before finishing it off with gloss. Optionally add a bindi right in the centre of your eyebrows to create a more feminine, apsara-like appeal.