Over the years, makeup enthusiasts have broadened their shopping horizons beyond the black and white bars of Sephora aisles.
An army of prefixes has since appeared: K-beauty, J-beauty, C-beauty, etc. These letters are enticing but sometimes require trips overseas.
Instead, why not try a new letter? T for Thai beauty! Here are Masala’s picks for a quick face routine that looks great on Indian skin.
Make-up artist worthy products made by a renowned Thai make-up artist, Chatchai “Nong Chat” Peangapichart. Find CHAT Cosmetics at EVEANDBOY, Shopee, and nongchatmakeup.com
Silky C&E Foundation (THB 790)
Creamy Blush Stick (THB 590)
Care and Shine Lip Glow Balm (THB 490)
Known for their cult favourite sunscreen, this brand infuses SPF 50++ into all of their products, making it perfect for hot summer days. Find Her Hyness at Watsons, Shopee, Beautrium, and herhynessbeauty.com
Poreless Matte Longwear Foundation (THB 890)
Spotless Blush Screen (THB 550)
Iconic Liquid Matte Lipstick (THB 295)
SUPERMOM Cosmetics burst onto the scene in 2016 with their liquid lipsticks, but lately have gone through a ‘clean girl aesthetic’ rebrand. Their vast range of products, including vegan options, can be found at EVEANDBOY, Shopee, and Lazada.
Lumi Matte Foundation (THB 590)
Dewy Liquid Blush (THB 259)
Iconic Liquid Matte Lipstick (THB 295)
Famous for their playful packaging, Cute Press specialises in “tropic-proof” makeup meant to survive hot and humid climates. Shop at cutepress.com or one of their many stores across Thailand.
My Match Foundation (THB 400)
That’s Lit! Face Stick (THB 290)
Wave Up Power Fix Tint (THB 230)
SRICHAND Cosmetics A historic Thai cosmetic brand founded in 1948, this brand is perfect for those who lean more towards an oily-skin type. Srichand is available at EVEANDBOY, Beautrium, and www.srichand.com/srichand/
Super Coverage All Matte Foundation (THB 350)
Rise And Shine Moji Blush (THB 189)
Feelin’ Me Matte Liquid Lip (THB 199)