From luminous skin to chic hairdos, these standout beauty looks lit up the 2026 Academy Awards red carpet.
The Oscars are always guaranteed to deliver unforgettable fashion, but the beauty looks are just as worthy of the spotlight. At this year’s Academy Awards, Black celebrities once again turned the red carpet into a showcase of artistry with radiant, skin-forward makeup and perfectly styled hair that elevated each look from stunning to iconic. The 2026 ceremony proved that glamour is very much about the thoughtful beauty details, as it is about the dazzling regalia.
This year, several stars arrived with looks that felt both polished and refreshingly wearable. Instead of over-the-top glam, many leaned into techniques that highlighted natural beauty which included luminous complexions, softly sculpted features, and hairstyles that balanced drama with elegance. This year’s red carpet beauty felt aspirational yet still achievable for everyday makeup and mane enthusiasts hoping to recreate that same glow.
Actress Teyana Taylor, who should have gotten an award for her dress, hair, and makeup alone, delivered her signature pixie haircut that perfectly captured edgy sophistication. Her glam struck a beautiful balance between jazzy and elegant, turning an everyday hairstyle into a standout mane moment that still delivered the polish Oscars’ red carpet demands. Meanwhile, Zoë Saldaña rocked a makeup look that enhanced her natural beauty, proving that understated glam can be just as impactful. With radiant skin, soft definition, and effortlessly refined details, her look demonstrated how subtle enhancements can create a timeless and radiant finish.
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What makes these red carpet beauty looks especially exciting is their adaptability. With the right products, tools, and a few expert techniques, the same glow, definition, and elegance seen on Hollywood’s biggest stage can absolutely be recreated at home. Whether you’re preparing for a special event or simply want to elevate your everyday glam, these celebrity beauty moments offer the perfect inspiration.
Jump in below as we break down exactly how to achieve some of the standout makeup looks worn by a few of our favorite stars at the 2026 Oscars.
According to Nikki Nelms, Teyana Taylor’s stylist, the actress’s iconic ‘do was all about hold, precision, and timeless elegance. “I like to work in small sections, carefully smoothing every strand straight back to create that clean, refined finish,” Nelms revealed. “Once the hair is perfectly sleek, I gently shape the ends to keep the look polished and classic, giving it that effortless, classically beautiful feel and look that never goes out of style.”
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For Chase Infiniti’s makeup look, her MUA Amber D. aimed for whimsical, light, and effortlessly youthful. “The goal was to create skin that felt fresh, lush, and super hydrated almost as if it were lit from within, giving her an airy, modern glow,” disclosed Amber D. “Softly diffused eyes with a nod to the shade of the dress and delicate definition kept the look ethereal and romantic, while subtly sculpted features and a pillowy, natural lip added just the right touch of polish. The overall effect felt dreamy and weightless, enhancing Chase’s natural beauty while maintaining a sense of softness and youthful elegance.” Below is Chase’s skin prep breakdown, which led to a smooth makeup application.
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Zoe’s makeup artist, Vera Steimberg went for a “sultry elegant look” for the actress’s Oscars’ glam. “We wanted to keep a fresh and glowy face, enhance her natural beauty, and show off those lashes,” she explained.
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Saldaña’s look was finished with a generous spritz of the irresistible La Vie Est Belle Vanille Nude Eau de Parfum.
Renowned “Image Architect” and Fashion Stylist Law Roach attended his first Oscars last night and looked flawless thanks to Danessa Myricks Beauty and makeup artist Amber Amos. Amos used the Yummy Skin Collection and the NEW Yummy Skin 10/10 Barrier Boost Hyaluronic Acid + Ectoin Plumping Serum to give Roach radiant, plump, and sculpted skin.
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Zendaya’s hairstylist, Ursula Stephen, elevated the actress’s sassy haircut for the Academy Awards.
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Get The Look: Flawless Glam Moments At Oscars was originally published on hellobeautiful.com
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