Eastern Mirror’s Style Spot gives you an insider look into the local style scene, bringing you the latest news and trends in the fashion industry. Every Wednesday we offer a fun and exciting line up of artists that you won’t want to miss out on!!
We showcase Designers, Stylists, Models, Bloggers, Make-up Artists and Fashion Entrepreneurs each with their unique perspective on fashion. Whether you love beautifully layered laidback summery vibes in pastel or a bit of Edge in leather appliquéd on cropped jackets and tunics you can find Your Style Inspiration Here! Lian K Sangtam is a revered Hair and Makeup Artist with over Six Years Experience in the field. With a degree from Lambency Chrysalis Academy Noida and two years Pre Service Teacher Education at Lakme Delhi she gained the opportunity to work at the prestigious brand “LAKME”. Her time at lakme has helped her make high profile contacts in the entertainment industry.
On returning home she has created a name for herself, worked as an official hair/makeup for Miss Platinum Teen and continues working on Hair & Makeup for music videos for local known bands, artists that are featured on VH1 and YouTube. Her art has also been featured on the cover magazine of RAMP magazine.
Getting candid with ‘Style Spot’, Lian explains that she does not shy away from putting her hands on any style as it leaves room for ‘improvement and discovery’. Read on to catch up with Lian’s style regime.
Eastern Mirror: Tells us a bit about yourself, and your background. How did you decide that you wanted to become a make-up and hair artist?
LIAN K SANGTAM: Well to start off, I was blessed with a very open minded family, which made my life easier to decide what I wanted to do with my career. Deciding on my profession was never too hard because ever since I could remember, I loved to play with hair and makeup. For this reason, here I am living my dream as a hair & makeup artist.
Eastern Mirror: What did you do prior to taking up this profession?
LIAN K SANGTAM: There was no prior as such, but there was a point where I took Pre Service Teacher Education (PSTE). So that was the only turn I took apart from my profession.
Eastern Mirror: How do you stay updated on the current trends?
LIAN K SANGTAM: Well all thanks to Internet, life has become easier to always keep updated with the trends.
Eastern Mirror: How important is Fashion Week for you?
LIAN K SANGTAM: Hmm… As much as we need air to breathe.
Eastern Mirror: Do you have a beauty look and hairstyle that you would never attempt?
LIAN K SANGTAM: “Never attempt” is not really my Forte, because I love to experience and explore new looks. I believe perfection comes through practice.
Eastern Mirror: What factors do you think have contributed most to your success?
LIAN K SANGTAM: Definitely my passion and the immense love and support from my family, loved one and friends.
Eastern Mirror: Who is your beauty icon? Any specific reason?
LIAN K SANGTAM: Personally, every face that I see is a beautiful work of art and I believe every one of us is an icon we choose to laminate.
Eastern Mirror: What are your top three beauty and hairstyle tips?
LIAN K SANGTAM: For beauty –
* Wash your face before you sleep.
*Always use moisturizer that has SPF
* And less makeup.
For hairstyle – 3 styles that never go out of style and are easy to do are-
*Bun
*Simple side way braid and
*Front poofed up style.
Eastern Mirror: What is the best beauty advice you have been given that you would love to share with our readers?
LIAN K SANGTAM: To be who you are, what you are and stay original.
