Being unconventional is the sexiest thing: Diandra Soares

One of the best known faces on the Indian ramp, Diandra Soares after entertaining audiences on Big Boss 8, is back in front of the camera. Her show Do It Like Diandra gives insider tips from the beauty maven herself. In a freewheeling chat with After hrs Diandra reveals much.

Tell us about your show

People would always ask me about how I did my make-up and I would always say it's simple and not complicated. A lot of my fans appreciated my looks in Big Boss and I was just waiting for the right people to collaborate with. I wanted my show to be casual - everything related to bad hair days, accessorising, contouring etc.

What makes you a beauty expert?

I've been modelling since the age of 15-16. I was always into drawing and painting as a child and make-up is sort of an extension. I've also observed some of the biggest names in the industry like Cory Walia, Clint Fernandes, Marvie and assisted some of them too.

Do you do your own make-up?

Yes I do, unless I have a shoot. Even then I always add my two bits.

What are your make-up kit essentials?

I have a bronzer, blush, eyebrow filler, eye pencil, mascara, eyelash curler, lipstick, highlighter, eyeshadow kit, concealer and Studio Fix.

Your own style is a little flamboyant?

My make-up reflects my mood. A lot of times I'm in basic make-up. Like a girl next door look. Other times I prefer to go flamboyant. Make-up is meant to be had fun with.

How different is ramp make-up and screen make-up?

Ramp is mainly over the top stuff that very rarely people try in movies. In fact, with ramp you can go completely crazy. Onscreen people are more safe. They try to experiment but not take a major risk.

Who according to you are the best in the business?

Clint Fernandes is amazing, he keeps updating his knowledge. Pallavi Symons is so precise and talented. Mickey Mehta and Ambika Pillai are also fabulous... There are so many talented artists out there.

What are the biggest make-up mistakes women make?

A lot of Indian women with dark under eye circles wear kajal which often smudges and makes the eye area look worse. Instead one should use a pale skin yellow pencil to brighten the under eye area. The second mistake is using the wrong base colour as a result the face and neck doesn't match with the rest of the body.

Any feature that you like to play up?

It varies - I like to play up my eyes and my mouth. I also highlight my cheekbones. But more than anything else I'll never leave the house without doing my eyebrows.

What's your hair care routine like?

I do occasionally oil my hair or go in for a hair spa. Since I have curls they need deep conditioning.

What's sexy according to you beauty wise?

Being unconventional is the sexiest thing. I think everyone should embrace that side to them and stand apart from the next person.