At only 13-years-old, Shobana Lakkavally knew what she wanted to be when she grew up. She is an artist at heart and makeup is her medium. After working for L’Oreal and MAC, she began her own company, Amplified Soul Make-Up and Hair Couture and the coveted BrowMance, a wax and brow bar in downtown Toronto.
Shobana shares her beauty essentials for the Zardozi woman:
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Create high definition and drama with this easy-to-use smudge proof liquid liner.
Still Stay All Day Waterproof Liquid Liner, $20
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For a long-lasting matte finish, pencil this on. As an added bonus, it has resveratol, proven to fight free radicals and provide anti-aging benefits.
Bite Beauty High Pigment Pencil, $24
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Adhere shadow to lids with primer and play with effects to build from a light sheer shimmer to a deep metallic opaque.
Stila Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eyeshadow in Kitten, $32
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Put your best face forward with this contouring kit.
Make Up For Ever Sculpting Kit, $48
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Add 3X more visibility and 8X more volume on your lashes to easily lift and separate without clumping.
Maybelline The Falsies Volume Express, $6
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This triple action forumula, wards off harmful UV rays, corrects wrinkles and evens out the complexion for more luminous skin.
L’Occitane Immortelle Brightening UV Shield SPF40, $60
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Designed with patented Buoyancy Gel technology, this foundation minimizes imperfections and hydrates skin without settling into fine lines to create a smooth even finish.
Marc Jacobs Genius Gel Super–Charged Oil–Free Foundation, $48
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Do double duty with this concelaer duo and counteract dark circles with a yellow shade and blemishes, redness and imperfections with a beige shade for flawless coverage.
Vasanti Wonders of the Eye Concealer, $17
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Pamper your skin with this super soft sponge to reveal smoother, brighter skin for a deep cleanse gentle enough for the most sensitive skin.
Boscia Konjac Cleansing Sponge, $30
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