05/12/2025
✨ Preparing Good-Looking Models for Competition: Skincare & Defining Features
By Dr. Ashok Govila
In the dazzling world of modeling competitions, where every glance is judged and every feature becomes a statement, beauty is not an accident—it is a preparation. A model’s appearance is a fine harmony of flawless skin, defined contours, balanced features, and radiant confidence. While fitness, fashion, and attitude play their roles, nothing stands out more profoundly than healthy, luminous skin and well-defined facial features.
In recent years, aspiring and professional models across India have turned to experts like Dr. Ashok Govila, whose scientific approach to beauty enhancement has redefined how models prepare before stepping into the spotlight. His philosophy is simple yet powerful:
“A model’s face is their first language—let it speak clearly, boldly, and beautifully.”
🌿 The Foundation of Beauty: Why Skincare Matters Most for Models
A model’s skin is not just a surface; it is the canvas on which confidence is painted. Under harsh stage lights and HD cameras, every pore, shadow, and blemish becomes visible. This is why competitions demand a level of skin perfection that goes beyond regular beauty routines.
According to Dr. Ashok Govila, glowing skin is not created overnight—it is crafted through disciplined care, science-backed treatments, and deep understanding of the skin’s needs.
Why flawless skin is essential in modeling competitions:
Judges look for symmetry, clarity, and even tone
Makeup blends more smoothly on healthy skin
Photographers prefer models with natural radiance
It enhances versatility across looks and styles
It reflects professionalism and discipline
Healthy skin is not only aesthetic—it is an expression of commitment.
✨ 1. Understanding the Model’s Skin Type
One of the first steps recommended by Dr. Govila is analyzing the model’s skin type. Because a routine meant for oily skin may damage dry skin, and a product made for sensitive skin may be ineffective on combination skin.
Common Skin Types in Models:
Oily Skin: prone to shine, breakouts, enlarged pores
Dry Skin: tightness, flakiness, dull appearance
Combination Skin: oily T-zone with dry cheeks
Sensitive Skin: redness, irritation, reactive to products
A professional skin analysis ensures that treatment plans are tailored to enhance natural features without overwhelming the skin.
💧 2. Deep Hydration: The Secret Glow Weapon
“Hydration is the jewelry of the skin,” says Dr. Govila.
Models preparing for competition must follow a strict hydration routine 4–8 weeks prior. Hydration plumps the skin, reduces fine lines, and gives the complexion a natural glow that no highlighter can replicate.
Hydrating Methods:
Hyaluronic acid serums to lock in moisture
Water-rich diets including fruits, coconut water, and herbal infusions
Hydro-boost facials to replenish moisture at deeper layers
Steam hydration therapy to open pores and prepare for exfoliation
A well-hydrated face looks youthful, camera-ready, and effortlessly radiant.
🌟 3. Exfoliation: Revealing Fresh, Younger Skin
Exfoliation removes dead cells and reveals a fresh, smoother layer of skin. For models, this is crucial to achieve perfect makeup application.
There are two types used widely in modeling prep:
A. Physical Exfoliation
Scrubs, micro-exfoliators, polishers
Removes rough texture
Softens the skin
Instant visible results
B. Chemical Exfoliation
AHA, BHA, glycolic peels
Reduces pigmentation
Minimizes acne scars
Brightens complexion
Long-lasting smoothness
Dr. Govila often recommends mild chemical peels in controlled sessions to ensure skin remains flawless without irritation.
🔆 4. Pigmentation & Tanning Correction
Under stage lights, uneven pigmentation stands out sharply. Sunspots, melasma, and tanning affect the skin’s uniformity and reduce photogenic quality.
Treatments commonly used in pre-competition prep include:
Laser toning to break down deep melanin
Pigment-correcting serums rich in vitamin C and niacinamide
Brightening peels for instant clarity
Medical skin-lightening boosters for an even tone
Models require a clear, smooth complexion so their features shine without distraction.
💎 5. Defining Facial Features: The Art of Subtle Enhancement
A model’s face must reflect symmetry, sharpness, and balance. Defining features does not necessarily mean altering them; rather, it means enhancing the natural structure.
Dr. Ashok Govila specializes in creating refined enhancements that look natural, not altered.
Common Feature-Defining Techniques for Models:
A. Jawline Sculpting
A sharp jawline is a universal sign of beauty and strength.
Treatments include:
Dermal contouring
Skin tightening sessions
Fat dissolvers for jawline definition
B. Cheekbone Enhancements
High, lifted cheekbones add dimension and elegance.
Subtle lifting treatments make the face camera-friendly and expressive.
C. Lip Definition
Competitions often value lips that look:
well-shaped
hydrated
naturally plump
Glossy overdone enhancements are avoided; natural refinement is preferred.
D. Eyebrow Contour & Frame
Brows frame the face. A defined arch opens the eyes and sharpens the face structure.
E. Under-eye Brightening
A critical part of model prep:
Reduces dark circles
Removes puffiness
Smoothens fine lines
Under-eye clarity makes a model look rested, youthful, and confident.
🌼 6. Acne Management and Texture Correction
Acne is one of the most common concerns among young models. Under bright lights, texture becomes more visible.
Dr. Govila’s recommended solutions include:
Anti-inflammatory treatments
Acne-focused peels
Light-based acne clearance
Scar and pore reduction therapies
Smooth skin texture not only enhances makeup application but improves facial harmony.
🔥 7. Glow Therapy: The Pre-Competition Signature Treatment
Many models receive a pre-competition glow therapy 3–7 days before the event.
This includes:
Hydration boosters
Oxygen facials
LED brightening therapy
Vitamin infusions
Radiance masks
The goal is to create a dewy, luminous finish that shines on stage and camera.
As Dr. Govila says:
“Glow is not makeup. Glow is health.”
👑 8. Body Care for Models
A model’s appearance is not limited to the face. Body skin must also look smooth, even-toned, and well-maintained.
Essential body-prep steps:
Full-body exfoliation
Back and shoulder facials
Detan/brightening body masks
Body polishing
Laser hair removal for seamless photoshoots
This ensures the model looks flawless in any outfit—gown, swimwear, or traditional attire.
💄 9. Makeup Compatibility: Why Skin Prep Matters
When the skin is healthy, the makeup looks expensive.
When the skin is dull, makeup struggles.
Competition makeup artists prefer models with:
balanced oil levels
smooth surface
even tone
minimal imperfections
Proper prep helps makeup blend seamlessly and last longer under heat and lights.
💫 10. Mental & Lifestyle Preparation
To enhance physical beauty, the mind must also feel balanced.
Essential lifestyle habits for models:
7–8 hours of sleep
3–4 liters of water daily
Minimal sugar and processed food
Regular detox
Facial yoga & massages
Avoiding stress and caffeine overload
A calm mind creates a glowing face.
🌟 Conclusion: Beauty That Wins Is Beauty Prepared
In the world of competitions, models are not just judged—they are admired, analysed, and remembered. To create a lasting impression, a model must carry skin that shines with health and features that speak with refinement.
The hands of an expert like Dr. Ashok Govila transform preparation into perfection. His experience in blending medical science with aesthetic artistry helps models step on stage not just looking beautiful, but feeling invincible.
Because in the end, a model who feels radiant…
looks radiant.
And a model who feels confident…wins.
