In a candid interview with You! Khan shares her beauty regimen and secrets with our readers. Read on…
beauty interview
Hira Khan is a charming model and actor. She first came into limelight when she won Miss Veet competition in 2017. Her gorgeous looks landed her in commercials and she worked as a model for many a brand. Khan started her acting career with drama serial ‘Phaans’ in 2021. Her other notable drama serials are ‘Rang Mahal’, ‘Mere Humsafar’ and ‘Woh Pagal Si’ (2022). In a short span of time, Khan has won accolades for her acting. She has also done few films. Her recent short film with Arsalan Khan - ‘Naam Badel Dena’- has been declared a winner in 12 international film festivals including Golden Lion, Knight of the Reel Awards 2023, Caravan and Dimond Bell. Produced by Naveed Farooqui and directed by Arsheela Salman, the 26-minute film is based on the theme of woman psychology. It has also been selected as one of the best short films at the Cannes World Film Festival. In a candid interview with You! Khan shares her beauty regimen and secrets with our readers. Read on…
How old were you when you started doing your makeup?
I was very young when I started doing my makeup because I idolised my mother who used to wear impeccable makeup.
When stepping out, do you wear makeup all the time?
I prefer not to wear makeup when I go out, however, my go to makeup is always a lip tint, concealer and mascara and I am done.
Do you use sunblock or any serums when you go to shoots?
Definitely cannot operate without sunblock. For shoot days, I always have hyaluronic acid serum and I apply it separately. Then, vitamin C is essential for your skin, it helps to prevent aging so this is what I do and then I put moisturiser on my face before going to sleep.
Your quick tips for school and college going girls:
Always wear sunblock during summers. Also, keep an umbrella, it really helps. Stay hydrated and just have fun.
Your favourite perfume:
Nowadays, it’s Armani (the pink one).
What are your favourite brands in lipstick?
M.A.C, Dior, Gucci and if have to choose a Pakistani brand then it would be matte lipsticks by Bonanza Satrangi. They are really good.
Do you use lighter tones of foundation or warm tones?
I use a mix of both. I do have a custom-made foundation - matching my skin colour, exactly. I don’t like any misbalance with my skin colour.
How do you cleanse your skin?
The first thing I do after coming back from shoot is to remove my makeup with Bioderma cleansing water. I double cleanse because single cleansing is not enough. Then, I apply coconut oil and remove my makeup. I feel like it is a good makeup remover. Then, I exfoliate my skin every three days. In addition, I apply moisturiser, a night cream, Vaseline, castor oil and vitamin E capsules for my eyelashes.
Hair gets damaged after straightening and blow drying - what do you do to keep your hair healthy?
I have started using extensions so that my natural hair do not get damaged. Oiling my hair and getting protein treatment also helps. I also take hair supplements.
What is your take on natural makeup or ‘zero’ makeup?
I think it is a new lifestyle. I am all for natural makeup as it enhances your features.
Advice for women who can’t buy expensive brands but still want to look good?
Style is a very personal thing and being stylish and being fashionable are two different things. I don’t think you need expensive brands to look good;
you just need to know
how to carry yourself really well.
What is one cosmetic you cannot do without?
My makeup remover.
What is in your beauty bag?
My beauty bag is a small pouch which has safety pins, tinted foundation, concealer, mascara, lip gloss and lip oil.
When applying makeup what do you fear the most?
I am very clumsy. I feel like I may damage something and worry not to spill mascara here and there so, I make sure things don’t get cluttered.
Do you go to a salon regularly for your facials?
Not regularly but, I do go to my favourite salon sometimes for my hydra facial and photo facial.
Your favourite local stylist or beautician:
Nabila, because she is really good at what she does.
Your favourite international stylist:
Tanvi, she is Indian and a really good stylist.
Your go to place for hair and makeup?
I have my own makeup artist who comes over whenever I need her services.
Your beauty rules:
My beauty rule is nothing extensive. I really like to take care of my skin. Remove my makeup properly, apply sunblock, vitamin C on my face and I am done.
Do you use anti-aging cream?
No, I don’t use anti-aging creams but I use hyaluronic acid serum on my skin.
Where do you go for makeup shopping?
I don’t get my makeup from here, I source it or I shop from abroad.
Do you use whitening creams?
I hate whitening creams.
What does the word beauty means to you?
It is just inner beauty which reflects on your face.
