Hollywood’s most glamorous night was hosted by the amusing Ellen DeGeneres for the second time. The first time she hosted was the 79th ceremony in 2007. With nearly 44 million viewers in the US, this year’s Academy Awards is now the most watched Oscar ceremony since 2000.
The presence of the most powerful celebrities gathered in one event looking their best was more than enough reason to watch the ceremony — see the different makeup looks of some of our most-loved stars.
Sandra Bullock
The Gravity star’s side-swept wavy do matched her stunning, dark blue Alexander Wang gown. She wore a smudgy, smoky eye makeup with a light pink lipstick and blusher — a classic Hollywood look.
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Get this look:
Use Bobbi Brown Extra Bright Powder Compact Foundation for the face
Apply Laura Mercier’s Blushing (peachy pink) on your cheeks
Laura Mercier’s Rouge Nouveau Weightless Lip Color for the lips
Use Nars’ NARSissist Eye Palette to achieve the smoky eye effect
Amy Adams
The American Hustle star chose a natural makeup look and a simple updo.
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Get this look:
According to makeup artist, Stephen Sollitto, Amy wore Laura Mercier Rouge Nouveau Weightless Lip Colour in Cozy (creme rosy red).
For the eyes, use Chanel Ombres Matelassees eyeshadow palette. Choose the lighter shades to achieve Amy’s eye makeup.
Lupita Nyong’o
The best supporting actress and Hollywood’s newest darling wore a powder blue Cinderella gown by Prada and matched it with a princess makeup look and Fred Leighton headband!.
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Get this look:
According to her makeup artist, Lupita wore Chanel Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour in 136 Melodieuse for her lips.
Use Stila Bronzing Palette for contouring
Emma Watson
Never mind the hair but our dear Hermione was one of the few who wore red lipstick on the red carpet. Matte red lips + defined lashes + combed-up eyebrows + flawless skin = perfection.
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Get this look:
Make it a habit to use Clinique’s 3-Step Skin Care System to achieve Emma’s flawless skin.
Take care of your brows and lashes by using Elizabeth Arden’s Prevage Clinical Lash + Brow Enhancing Serum
Finish it off by applying Chanel’s Incandescente lipstick