Diverse representation is an expectation, but as individuals no longer allow themselves to be defined in singular terms, there's mounting pressure on brands to understand and sensitively reflect how the intersections between race, gender, class, and ability impact people's everyday lives.

From the creators of Juice salons, The Barber Shop is the first high-end, independent men-only salon in Mumbai.

Even though Indian men have been known to sport kohl-rimmed eyes and henna at weddings, the idea of wearing make-up in everyday life is still frowned upon in wider society. How is blogger and influencer Siddharth Batra helping to change this outdated norm and normalise male beauty?

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Ustraa is responding to the growing interest in skincare products among Indian men. With data revealing that a third of men nationwide want to experiment with facial skincare, there's ample room for brands to assist a long-underserved demographic and diversify definitions of masculinity.