- Avarna Jain,
Chairperson RPSG Lifestyle Media
These high-performing, made-in-India brands are the ones to splurge on to achieve a smooth, glowing complexion...

When it comes to skincare, not one size fits all, especially if you're looking to improve your skincare game in the run-up to your wedding. You may have your look decided—we are certain you have gone through a trial or two, and a vision board is in place, too. Without a doubt, the bridal make-up artist may have your back, but prepping for the big day requires you to put in the work beforehand.
As a bride-to-be, you want to look and feel your best, and that includes choosing the right beauty products to help you walk down the aisle.
Enter: high-performing skincare brands which are made in India. They have a repertoire of products that you'll spot in the bestseller sections of all beauty counters. These are the beauty essentials you'll love for your special day.

Juhst is a new entrant in the world of beauty which has come out with four products meant for preventative ageing. The brand functions on the ethos of marrying botanicals with science and has formulated products using calming ingredients. Think Centella Asiatica, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, a natural peptide derived from Reishi mushroom among others. The Juhst Serum Trinité is meant to repair and heal microtears in the skin to reduce texture. Other benefits include boosting collagen, brightening and evening out the complexion.

If you have been wondering whether you should incorporate any under-eye cream in your routine, may we say you consider this one from Aminu? Aminu has been breaking the Internet with this eye serum and for all the right reasons. It is a brand that combines ancient knowledge with modern solutions to deliver multitasking products. The brand doesn't believe in temporary fixes but instead uses a nutrient-dense practice for a foolproof.

YBP is one of the most underrated brands you'll possibly come across in this list. All their products are made using raw and non-toxic ingredients by working with sustainable small farms. We recommend the Calendula Healing Salve meant for even those with cystic acne. It’s a remedy for every skin condition especially those who have eczema, rosacea, dermatitis, and reactive and damaged skin mantle.

Led by Shubhika Jain, RAS Luxury Oils aims to be sustainable by empowering its skincare community. The brand grows its crops on its farms and partners with local farmers to procure our ingredients. They have a system of buyback policy which helps their farmers from market fluctuations, ensuring their income remains steady. RAS Luxury Oils 24k Gold Radiance Beauty Boosting Face Elixir should be on your shelf if you have dry skin. It instantly hydrates and plumps your skin, prepping it perfectly for make-up application.

Have you heard of fermented skincare? Let the Dab to Fab Fabulous Skin Set come to your rescue. The homegrown beauty brand uses fermented skincare, which employs fermented formulas to feed and nourish our skin microbiome, resulting in healthier skin. The yeast or bacteria break down the skincare ingredients into smaller molecules to help them penetrate deeper into your skin. Our skin has its natural bacterial flora called the skin microbiome. This is an ecosystem of bacteria that lives on the surface of our skin and helps protect it from external stressors.

The brand launched last year and quickly won many hearts with how it aims to simplify your skincare routine. And for starters, the best way to do that is to ensure you clean your face and remove any dirt and grime through double cleansing. The brand's Doubling Down Nourishing Rinse-Off Cleansing Balm does the job without stripping the natural oils off your face.

Elizabeth Issac, founder of Gunam Beauty, launched this brand during the pandemic. Her skincare journey made her experiment with natural solutions to combat her troublesome skin since Issac's teens. What makes this homegrown beauty brand so different is the fact that while it is made in India but is formulated in France. Not only that, but the brand also made it to the final stages of the BEAUTY & YOU awards last year. Their bestsellers include Multi-Correctional Face Oil and Daily Liquid Exfoliant.