# Hallucinogenic Make-Up Manish Arora's Edgy Cosmetic Embellishments By Jacqueline Parrish | Published 2009-08-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hallucinogenic-make-up References: [vogue](http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/trends/) Upon first glance at the hallucinogenic make-up on the models included in [Indian fashion designer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anamika-khanna-x-hm) Manish Arora’s runway shows, thoughts of acid-trips past and trips down the rabbit-hole spring to mind. From butterflies, half painted on, half glued to the models faces, to [science-fiction inspired looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomimicry-fashion), Arora certainly has a flair for the dramatics. Talented and just creative enough to be touted as the “Indian Galliano,” Manish Arora is known for his wildly inventive shows complete with wild, hallucinogenic make-up, hair and accessories that showcase the collection as well as provide exuberant entertainment for the audience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Hallucinogenic Make-up:** Opportunity for cosmetic companies to create bold and unconventional make-up products that cater to adventurous consumers. - **Creative Runway Shows:** Potential for event planning and production companies to offer innovative runway show experiences that incorporate dramatic make-up and accessories. - **Science-fiction Inspired Looks:** Space-themed fashion and beauty lines could disrupt the industry by capturing the imagination of consumers looking for futuristic styles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Cosmetics:** Cosmetic manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for unique and visually striking make-up products inspired by Manish Arora's runway shows. - **Event Planning:** Event planning companies can explore new opportunities to create extravagant runway show experiences that emphasize the visual impact of make-up and accessories. - **Fashion:** Fashion designers and retailers can experiment with science-fiction inspired looks to offer customers cutting-edge styles that stand out from traditional fashion trends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Runway-Inspired Peel-Off Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-001-artistry-mask.md) - [Bedazzled High-End Makeup Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-2024-makeup.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [Grungy Movie-Inspired Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/half-magic-beauty.md) - [Comedic Horror Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyx-x-beetlejuice.md) - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Limited-Edition Makeup Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makeup-clutch.md) - [Surrealist Beauty Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toiletpaper-magazine.md) - [Bird-Inspired Ethereal Cosmetic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/majestic-feathers.md)