10 Best Cosmetic Brands in India

Whether you're looking for makeup advice or just want a quick rundown on your favourite beauty brands, here's a list of the top 10 cosmetic brands in India, product recs included. Go ahead, drool over popping lipsticks, head-turning liners, sumptuous palettes and durable foundations from the best makeup companies. Scroll to begin. Ahead, the best cosmetic brands in India in (approximately) ascending order of affordability.

10 Best Cosmetic Brands in India 

• Maybelline

  

  Best Cosmetic Brands in India 2019 - Maybelline

  Founded 1915, "Maybelline" is a poetic alteration of the founder's sister's name, Mabel. The legend goes that in enhancing her eyes with a homemade mix of coal and Vaseline, she gave her brother, Thomas Lyle Williams, the jolt of inspiration he needed to invent the company's first cosmetic product: eye makeup, subsequently named after her.
  

  Maybelline New York Face Studio Master Blush Palette, Pink, 13.5g

  ₹ 2,972

  ₹ 4,999 (41% off)

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  Maybelline New York Matte Lipstick, Intense Colour, Moisturised Lips, Color Sensational Creamy Matte, 903 Midnight Date, 3.9g

  ₹ 230

  ₹ 329 (30% off)

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  Maybelline New York Liquid Liner, Smudge Proof and Waterproof, Liquid Eyeliner, Hyper Glossy Liquid Liner, Black 3g

  ₹ 230

  ₹ 349 (34% off)

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  Maybelline New York Volume Express Colossal Mascara, Waterproof, Black, 10ml

  ₹ 271

  ₹ 405 (33% off)

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• Elle 18

  

  Best Cosmetic Brands in India 2019 - Elle 18

  Homegrown Elle 18 defines itself as a voice for the young, bold and vibrant. Its range of cosmetics include popping lip colours and glosses, versatile eye crayons, explosive nail paints and of course, its flagship Elle 18 Eye Drama Kajal, a tried-and-tested favourite of many users across the country. Here are some products we recommend.
  Affordable

  

  Elle 18 Eye Drama Kajal, Bold Black, 0.35 g

  ₹ 81

  ₹ 90 (10% off)

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  Elle 18 Color Pops Matte Lipstick(Pink Kiss P21), 4.3g

  ₹ 100

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  Elle 18 Color Pops Matte Lip Color - R33, Code Red 4.3g

  ₹ 89

  ₹ 90 (1% off)

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  Elle18 Color Pops Lipstick, B41 (Matte)

  ₹ 105

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• Lakme

  

  Best Cosmetic Brands in India 2019 - Lakme

  Lakmé is a homegrown company that makes not only some of the best, but also the most affordable, cosmetic products for women. Its best known for its durable foundations, brilliant lip colours and head-turning eye makeup. Fun fact: the name is an anglicisation of "Lakshmi", the goddess of wealth, also known for her beauty.
  

  Lakeme Eyeconic Kajal Twin Pack

  ₹ 295

  ₹ 340 (13% off)

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  LAKMÉ Enrich Matte Lipstick, Shade PM14, 4.7g

  ₹ 295

  ₹ 320 (8% off)

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  Lakme 9 To 5 Flawless Matte Complexion Compact Powder, Melon, 8 G, Absorbs Oil, Conceals Imperfections, Provides All-Day Matte Finish

  ₹ 270

  ₹ 550 (51% off)

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  LAKMÉ Perfecting Liquid Foundation, Pearl, Waterproof Full Coverage Long Lasting, Light Oil Free Face Makeup with Vitamin E, Dewy Finish Glow, 27ml

  ₹ 153

  ₹ 155 (1% off)

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• Lotus

  

  Best Cosmetic Brands in India 2019 - Lotus

  You've most definitely heard of, if not used, Lotus Sunscreen. But did you also know that the company, "India's best natural beauty care brand", makes some of the best makeup products in the Indian market? We really like their waterproof eyeliner (it has decent staying power) and moisturising lip colours (available in a range of gorgeous shades!)
  

  Lotus Herbal Hypnotica Pearl Shine Long Lasting Eyeliner, Intense Black, 6g

  ₹ 290

  ₹ 295 (2% off)

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  Lotus Makeup Ecostay Insta Smooth Perfecting Primer, 30g

  ₹ 500

  ₹ 695 (28% off)

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  Lotus Makeup Pure Colors Moisturising Lip Color, Heavenly Pink 615, 4.2g

  ₹ 199

  ₹ 295 (33% off)

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  Lotus Makeup Herbals Divine Dew Herbal Sindoor, Rosy Blush, 8g

  ₹ 135

  ₹ 165 (18% off)

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• Colorbar

  

  Best Cosmetic Brands in India 2019 - Colorbar

  One of the most-loved cosmetic brands in India, Colorbar is best known for its lipsticks, but makes a whole variety of other makeup that we'd swear by. We recommend the Velvet Matte Lipstick for bold lips, the Perfect Match Primer to smoothen pores, the Mesmereyes Kajal for perfect lining, and the Waterproof Liquid Liner that does as it says.
  

  Colorbar Just Smoky Kajal, Just Black, 1.2g + Colorbar Velvet Matte Lipstick, Hot Hot Hot, 4.2g

  ₹ 192

  ₹ 340 (44% off)

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  Colorbar New Perfect Match Primer, 30ml

  ₹ 575

  ₹ 850 (32% off)

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  Ultimate Pick

  

  Colorbar Mesmereyes Kajal, Black 001, 0.35g

  ₹ 208

  ₹ 299 (30% off)

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  Colorbar Waterproof Opaque Liquid Eyeliner Opaque Finish - Black, 2.5ml

  ₹ 361

  ₹ 495 (27% off)

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• L'Oréal

  

  Best Cosmetic Brands in India 2019 - L'Oreal

  Headquartered in France, L'Oréal is the world's largest cosmetic company and one of the best cosmetic brands in India with products spanning the whole spectrum. You name it, they make it - from hair colour, makeup, perfume, sun protectants and anti-ageing formulas.Fun fact: Maybelline is really a subsidiary of L'Oréal, so you can imagine its scale.
  

  L'Oréal Paris Foundation, Super Blendable Liquid Format, SPF 17 PA ++, With Glycerine, Vitamin B and E, True Match, Shade: Ivory 1N, 30ml

  ₹ 726

  ₹ 1,099 (34% off)

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  L'Oréal Paris Eyebrow Kit, Pigmented Wax and Eyebrow Powder, For Brow Shaping and Filling, 12 Hours of Wear, Brow Artist Genius Kit, Colour: Medium to Dark, 3.5g

  ₹ 769

  ₹ 1,099 (30% off)

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  L'oreal Paris Kajal Magique 0,35g (Black)

  ₹ 235

  ₹ 299 (21% off)

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• Revlon

  

  Best Cosmetic Brands in India 2019 - Revlon

  Founded in 1932, Revlon is an American multinational that specialises in a range of cosmetic items. Here are some topline products we recommend from the brand - its Touch & Glow foundation (a steal at the price), its Lustrous Matte Lipsticks, its One-Stroke Defining Eyeliner and its Photo Ready Insta Fix Make Up SPF 20 concecaler.
  

  Revlon Touch and Glow Liquid Make Up , Natural Mist , 20ml

  ₹ 227

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  Revlon Super Lustrous Matte Lipsticks, Look At Me, 4.2g

  ₹ 508

  ₹ 699 (27% off)

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  Revlon Photo Ready Insta Fix Make Up SPF 20, Vanilla, 6.8g

  ₹ 1,545

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  Revlon ColorStay One-Stroke Defining Eyeliner, Blackest Black

  ₹ 579

  ₹ 710 (18% off)

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• NYX

  

  Best Cosmetic Brands in India 2019 - NYX

  Founded in L.A. in 1999, NYX Cosmetics is one of the best cosmetic brands in India named after the Greek goddess of the night, Nyx. In a very short span, the brand has gained a cult following across the world, and is now making inroads in India. We highly recommend their Soft Matte Lip Creme - in as many shades as you can get.
  

  NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP Soft Matte Lip Cream, Lightweight Liquid Lipstick - Tokyo (Bubblegum Pink)

  ₹ 2,188

  ₹ 2,199 (1% off)

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  Nyx Professional Makeup Born to Glow Liquid Illuminator, Gleam, 18ml

  ₹ 2,447

  ₹ 3,500 (30% off)

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  Nyx Professional Makeup Conceal Correct and Contour Palette, Medium, 9g

  ₹ 2,017

  ₹ 3,399 (41% off)

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  Nyx Professional Makeup Studio Perfect Primer, Clear, 30ml

  ₹ 2,591

  ₹ 3,299 (21% off)

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• The Body Shop

  

  Best Cosmetic Brands in India 2019 - The Body Shop

  One of the best cosmetic brands in India, The Body Shop teeters on the high-end makeup side, but assures high-end quality, so you can be sure the spend will be worth it. Its beauty products range from BB creams, foundations, lipsticks & lip liners to primers and makeup removers. Here are some products we recommend - have a look.
  

  The Body Shop Camomile Gentle Eye Makeup Remover, 250ml

  ₹ 945

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  The Body Shop Shea Lip Butter, 10 Ml

  ₹ 200

  ₹ 250 (20% off)

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  The Body Shop All-in-One BB Cream for Unisex, 02/Medium, 0.84 Ounce

  ₹ 1,454

  ₹ 1,999 (27% off)

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  The Body Shop Matte Kajal - Black - 0.8gm

  ₹ 1,700

  ₹ 3,999 (57% off)

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• M.A.C.

  

  Best Cosmetic Brands in India 2019 - M.A.C.

  Headquartered in New York, MAC Cosmetics (stylised M·A·C) is a high-end cosmetics manufacturer founded in 1984 Canada and one of the best cosmetic brands in India. If you're looking for professional makeup, this is the brand to turn to. We recommend its Matte Lipstick, the Matchmaster SPF 15 Foundation and the Woodwinked Eye Shadow.
  

  MAC Eye Shadow Woodwinked 1.5 g / 0.05 oz

  ₹ 3,301

  ₹ 4,999 (34% off)

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  M.A.C Retro Matte Lipstick Dangerous

  ₹ 1,750

  ₹ 1,950 (10% off)

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  M.A.C Matchmaster SPF 15 Foundation 3.0 (35 ml)

  ₹ 7,800

  ₹ 15,600 (50% off)

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