Welcome to the official platform of the Indian Make-Up Artists Federation - IMAF
India’s first national-level federation representing the interests and aspirations of Make-Up Artists, Beauticians, and Mehandi Artists. We bring together creative professionals from every corner of the country under one united vision: Empowerment through Recognition, Certification, and Community.
International & Government Recognition
IMAF is officially affiliated with:
International Make-Up Artists Committee (IMAC – USA)
For global presence and international collaborations
Indian Fashion Designers Federation (IFDF)
For synergy between fashion and beauty
Indian Art & Culture Federation – Ministry of Culture
For cultural and traditional beauty arts preservation
International Culture Council (ICC)
Aligning beauty practices with UN SDG goals
Aravind Foundation
Providing Skill India and NSDC certified training
Functional Divisions within IMAF
Make-Up Artists Division
For bridal, editorial, freelance, SFX, and fashion makeup professionals.
Beauticians & Cosmetology Division
Covers salon specialists, skin experts, facialists, body therapists, and wellness coaches.
Mehandi Art Division
Focused on traditional and modern henna designers and bridal artists.
Hair & Styling Division
Covering hairdressers, colorists, stylists, and salon entrepreneurs.
Fashion & Grooming Division
For those involved in ramp makeup, fashion styling, and model grooming.
Training & Institutional Development Division
Focused on academies, beauty schools, and certified trainers.
Membership - Eligibility
- Women working in beauty, makeup, or mehandi-related fields
- Freelancers, salon workers, academy students
- Mehandi artists, bridal stylists, home-based beauticians
- Trainers, educators, and coaches
