shipping across south india
Metabu ships to every pincode in South India. Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kochi, Coimbatore, Madurai and Visakhapatnam typically receive in 3–5 business days after a 1–2 day dispatch from our Vadodara studio. The hill and plantation belts — Ooty, Coorg, Munnar, Wayanad — usually add a day or two. Shipping is free on orders of ₹399 and above, with cash on delivery available alongside UPI and cards.
makeup that holds in coastal humidity
Chennai and Kochi sit in humidity that breaks creamy formulas down by lunchtime, while Bangalore stays milder and drier for most of the year. The fix is not more product — it is the right finish. On lips, a transfer-proof liquid matte outlasts a satin bullet through filter coffee and a full working day. On eyes, a smudge-proof kajal holds the waterline where a soft pencil migrates within an hour. Set only the T-zone with a matte loose powder, leave the cheekbones bare, and seal the whole face with a fixer spray so the layers fuse instead of sliding on sweat.
for onam, pongal and temple weddings
Kanjeevaram silk, temple gold and hard south-Indian daylight reward definition over coverage. A bold red or deep berry lip in a transfer-proof formula reads clearly against heavy jewellery; kajal built up on the waterline keeps the eyes from disappearing in photographs. Go easy on shimmer — it flares under temple lamps and camera flash, where a matte or satin base photographs cleanly. For a full step-by-step, see the wedding guest guide or the kajal guide.
