Talent deserves recognition, and Lakmē Academy makes sure you get exactly that. With our signature competition, The Cover Girl, alumni get the perfect stage to show the world their skills.
It’s not just about winning, it’s about growing. Participants get to polish their professional skills through workshops and direct interactions with some of the best beauty therapists, makeup artists, and hairstylists in the industry.
The Cover Girl isn’t just another talent hunt – it’s a journey. It helps you discover hidden talents, sharpen your skills, and gives you space to try, learn, and grow.
Celebrating Talent Across India
Each season gets bigger and brighter. Season Four brought in 580 participants from across India, truly representing the nation’s diverse talent.
After several rounds of intense competition, three top teams rose to the top, each earning a place on the winners’ podium. But every participant walked away with something even bigger – valuable lessons, great experiences, and newfound confidence.
By working closely with industry professionals, every contestant improved their skills and added impressive achievements to their CV and portfolio.
Meet the Top Performers
National Bronze Winner: Team Aquarius from Mumbai, amazed everyone with their ‘High Fashion Futuristic’ style
• The Team included Bharti and Vishal Prajapati.
• Their dream turned into reality when they were chosen to create Gauahar Khan’s cover look for ELLE India’s editorial shoot.
• Gauahar spoke highly of the team’s professionalism, praising their vision and execution.
National Silver Winner: Team Radiant Beauty from Delhi basked in the silver glow at the national round, claiming a well-deserved second place.
• Their theme? “Cosplay”. Khatija Parvin, Jyoti Chaturvedi, Tanya Sethi didn’t hold back.
• Transforming their model into Pennywise from Stephen King’s universe, they delivered a look that was eerie yet breathtaking.
• For their ELLE editorial fashion shoot, they collaborated with the mesmerising Avneet Kaur, who was thoroughly impressed by the team’s vision and attention to detail.
National Gold Winner: The Mirage Makers from Kolkata, whose theme “Illusion” left the audience spellbound.
• Pallavi Munda, Rima Dugar, Aditi Kumari delivered a flawless execution, turning confusion into art, masterfully blending deception with creativity.
• Their next canvas? The fashion editorial shoot with the stunning Anushka Sen for ELLE India.
A Celebration to Remember
To honour the winners’ hard work, a special ceremony was held. Aptech leaders, including Mr. Sandip Welling, Chief Business Officer; Mr. Easo Matthew, Executive Vice President; and Mr. Murli Mohan Malla, National Business Head, Lakmē Academy Powered by Aptech, joined the celebrations.
The winners shared inspiring stories about their journey, growth, and the confidence they gained from the competition.
The Cover Girl Season 4 was more than just a competition—it became an important step towards a successful career in beauty.
Your story could start here too. Talk to a Lakmē Academy expert today!
Our Courses: