A Round of Applause For the Best Celebrity Beauty Looks From the Oscars So Far

Published on April 25, 2021 at 7:30 PM

It's been an award show season like no other, but despite the postponements, social-distancing guidelines, and virtual stages, the stars in attendance still went all out in the hair and makeup department, and the 2021 Oscars was no different. The live event saw all nominees and presenters in person for the ceremony for the first time in a long time, and they made the most of it.

Eyes are often on what and who celebrities are wearing, but the beauty look is the icing on top of the cake — no outfit is complete without it. Celebrities and their respective glam teams have been primping and prepping for hours for tonight's big reveal. Viola Davis showed up in a dramatic slicked-back, half-up, half-down hairstyle; Maria Bakalova wore a bold red lip that popped against her dress; and Regina King stunned in a blunt bob.

With over-the-top nails, creative hairstyles, and glamorous makeup, the Oscars wrapped up the 2021 award season with a bang. See the best beauty looks from the night ahead.

Zendaya's Long, Wavy Hairstyle and Bold Brows

Zendaya looked like a supermodel on the red carpet with her extralong, wavy hair blowing in the wind. She paired the hairstyle with strong brows.

Andra Day's Curly Updo and Peach Makeup

Andra Day wore her curly hair in an updo and paired it with a peach makeup look by celebrity makeup artist Porsche Cooper.

Vanessa Kirby's Twisted Updo and Bold Red Lip

Vanessa Kirby wore her hair in a sleek, twisted updo with a bold red lip.

Margot Robbie's Shaggy Fringe Hairstyle

Margot Robbie looked completely different on the red carpet with her shaggy fringe bangs. She also traded her signature blond hair for a light brown color.

Halle Berry's A-Line Microbob Hairstyle

Halle Berry opted for a super-short, A-line microbob hairstyle with microbangs on the red carpet.

Regina King's Blunt-Bob Hairstyle and Pink Lip

Regina King showed up on the red carpet with her a blunt-bob hairstyle and a pink lip by makeup artist Latrice Johnson using Clinique products.

Maria Bakalova's Bold Red Lip

Maria Bakalova wore a timeless makeup look by celebrity makeup artist Kelsey Deenihan using Sisley Paris. The bold red lip contrasted with her all-white ensemble.

Viola Davis's Half-Up Hairstyle

All eyes were on Viola Davis's dramatic half-up hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist Jamika Wilson using Matrix products.

Carey Mulligan's Twisted Updo

Carey Mulligan's hair looked simple from the front, but the back showed a unique twisted updo style. Celebrity hairstylist Jenny Cho created the look.

Ariana DeBose's Sleek Ponytail, Neutral Nails, and Glowy Makeup

Ariana DeBose's sleek, low ponytail by celebrity hairstylist Peter Luxe and neutral, oval-shaped manicure complemented her bright-orange dress. For her makeup, celebrity makeup artist Carola Gonzalez used all products from E.l.f. Cosmetics.

Tiara Thomas's Minimal, Soft Makeup and Negative-Space Manicure

Tiara Thomas was pure perfection on the red carpet with her soft makeup and glossy lip, styled baby hairs, and abstract, negative-space manicure.

Nicolette Robinson's Braids and Smoky Makeup

Nicolette Robinson appeared on the red carpet alongside her husband, Leslie Odom Jr., with her hair in long braids and soft, smoky makeup.

Amanda Seyfried's Pink Makeup and Sleek Updo

Celebrity makeup artist Genevieve Herr used Lancôme products to create a soft, pink makeup look for Amanda Seyfried with a bold red lip that matched her dress. For her hair, stylists Renato Campora and Anh Co Tran pulled it back into a sleek, vintage-inspired updo using Dyson hot tools.