As India emerges as a burgeoning hotspot for beauty companies, numerous international brands are now making their way into the desi market. Here’s a comprehensive list of these global, cult-favourite brands now available in India for you to explore and find your next favourite makeup product:
Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) Beauty
One of the most internationally acclaimed brands, Yves Saint Laurent, has finally launched its beauty collection in India. Available on Nykaa, the brand’s best offerings, including the famed Touche Éclat Illuminating Pen—a trailblazing concealer/highlighter click pen—are now accessible to Indian consumers after years of yearning.
Kylie Cosmetics
Birthed in 2014 by Kylie Jenner, Kylie Cosmetics became available in India towards the start of 2024. Known for its high-quality products and celebrity backing, you can now get all of Kylie’s infamous lip kits and glosses at Sephora India.
Fenty Beauty
A major player in the international beauty industry, Fenty Beauty launched in India in March 2024. The brand, celebrated for its inclusive range and quality, offers products like the Killawatt highlighters and Gloss Bomb lip glosses that deliver pigment-rich results without compromising on wearability. Select products from the line are available on Nykaa.
Rare Beauty
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez debuted in India in March 2024. Known for its conscious brand identity and self-care-focused makeup products, Rare Beauty offers superb formulations and shades that blend beautifully on brown skin. You can now purchase their Soft Pinch Liquid Blushes and Tinted Lip Oils at Sephora India.
NARS
Founded in 1994 by François Nars, NARS Beauty has been a cult favourite among makeup connoisseurs for years. Renowned for products like the tongue-in-cheek blush Orgasm, NARS became available in India in 2023, bringing its high-quality and diverse formulations to the Indian market.
With these global beauty giants now available, Indian consumers can indulge in a broader spectrum of high-quality makeup products that cater to diverse needs and preferences.