PAGEANT HAIR AND MAKEUP GUIDE

 The Only Hair & Makeup You Need for Your Pageant Journey

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By Prasheel S

20th April 2025

Have you ever looked at someone and wondered? 

…Wondered why they look fabulous? Why do they look like they woke up like this? Or even fathom at the fact that they are JUST good at it. I used to feel the same when I was an outsider looking in. But now that it’s been a done deal between the pageant industry and me, I see how easy it is to have the perfect hair and make up. This starts with your skill and understanding to ace a certain look.

Here we are, bookmark, save or memorize these looks as when you sit on that HMU chair waiting and cluelessly describing the look you want to your HMU Artist, just show them this article. They will wink at you and understand the assignment!

Confused on how to curate your pageant wardrobe? Read the Pageant Wardrobe Guide to help you start.

The First Look

Your first look matters. This type of glam, called the Soft Dewy look, can also be a game changer. Try to ace this look as it will be the one you would be required to do on a daily basis. Headshots could also use this glam as they offer more natural look (but hey, keep that eye makeup sharper than ever) 

Perfect for: Headshots, Portfolio Shoots, Daily Glam at Pageant

The Old Hollywood Look

It’s trendy, it’s new! Who doesn’t want to be on trend with outfits, then why leave your HMU out of it? This trend’s fresh from Hollywood's red carpet raving the pageant land. It’s the emphasis on eyes and lips that read Raye (the singer) meeting Marilyn Monroe. While you are at, play some Lana Del Rey song as you prepare for this look of your Red Carpet dreams. 

 

Perfect for: Welcome Ceremony, Sashing Ceremony, Night Events, Swimsuit Competitions

Paparazzi Moment

Another key to take for your hair, this time, is to keep it natural. You would say, “But Prasheel, Pageants are all about going extra, right?” I hear you but believe me- with all the extraness going around- keep your hair lively. There is something about making yourself look effortlessly gorgeous. So, brush it on you as you brush those tangles away!

               

Perfect for: Day Events, Locals, Visits

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Bonus: Be Your Creative Saviour

While you are developing yourself for the pageants. Remember, to take a few creative close-ups of yourself in glam that is a bit experimental, out there and brings out your glamorous side! This full glam look will help you to envision yourself under the glam lights.

Now what’s the certain look? You may ask. It’s the HMU you do for your pageant journey. In 2025, the looks are quite classic. They make you look, feel and be like a celebrity. Think of old Hollywood glam resurrecting. I debated whether it would be more futuristic looking than the earlier but boy, was I wrong.  

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