The 16 Most Memorable Billboard Music Awards Beauty Looks of All Time

What's great about the Billboard Music Awards is that it's one of those fun award shows where the stars go full sex appeal and wear really fun things. Not to mention, the award show happens in Las Vegas, so the bigger and bolder your look, the better! We've seen some killer outfits on the red carpet over the years, but can we talk about some of the gorgeous hair and makeup these stars have also served us? They show up year after year with colorful makeup looks and bold hair statements, and we love every second of it. Get yourself ready for this year's award show on May 1 by taking a look back at some of our favorite beauty moments from years past.

Rihanna in 2011
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Rihanna in 2011

We will never forget Rihanna's fiery red hair at the 2011 award show.

Mary J. Blige in 2011
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Mary J. Blige in 2011

Mary J. Blige's sleek high ponytail looked so good with her animal-print dress.

Brandy in 2012
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Brandy in 2012

Not only were we in love with Brandy's luscious curls in 2012 but we also adored her bright blue eye makeup.

Miley Cyrus in 2013
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Miley Cyrus in 2013

Miley rocked a fun bleach blond fauxhawk and bold red lip in 2013.

Kesha in 2014
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Kesha in 2014

Kesha went for ultra glam at the 2014 award show with her light pink hair pulled back in a messy updo with a few tendrils framing her face.

Rita Ora in 2015
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Rita Ora in 2015

Rita opted for Old Hollywood glamour for her hair and makeup in 2015.

Taylor Swift in 2015
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Taylor Swift in 2015

For the 2015 show, Taylor went for a messier look than usual with her short hair and choppy bangs in disarray.

Jessica Alba in 2016
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Jessica Alba in 2016

Jessica's bold blue and black smoky eye in 2016 was SO good that we're still talking about it.

Celine Dion in 2016
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Celine Dion in 2016

Celine was awarded with the Icon Award at the 2016 ceremony and wore glittery gold eye shadow to match her dress and her award.

Demi Lovato in 2016
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Demi Lovato in 2016

Demi's short hair at the 2016 show was so simple but matched her bold smoky eye perfectly.

Halsey in 2017
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Halsey in 2017

Halsey went for a bold look in 2017 with her hair freshly buzzed and a no-makeup makeup look.

Ciara in 2018
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Ciara in 2018

Ciara's full, curly hair in 2018 was simply flawless.

Mila Kunis in 2018
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Mila Kunis in 2018

Mila went for blunt, heavy bangs in 2018, which gave her overall look a fun, mod twist.

Grace Vanderwaal in 2018
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Grace Vanderwaal in 2018

Grace juxtaposed her suit with soft curls in her hair at the 2018 show.

Bebe Rexha in 2018
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Bebe Rexha in 2018

Bebe's blond bun was higher than high at the 2018 award show.