The 20 Best Beauty Looks at the 2025 Golden Globes

We loved the softness of actress Leighton Meester’s auburn updo paired with face-framing tendrils and side-swept bangs.

Actress Viola Davis served unapologetically captivating beauty at tonight’s awards thanks to a bold, wine-colored lip and an abundance of free-flowing curls accented by a sequins gown.

Lady in red! We’re taking notes on how Golden Globe nominee Dakota Fanning expertly paired her structured red gown with a bold red lip for the perfect monochromatic look.

Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph’s glowing skin and well-placed blush were award-worthy during tonight’s ceremony. And the star’s bouncy blowout and deep V gown were the cherries on top.

Actress Rachel Brosnahan kept her beauty look simple yet impactful at tonight’s awards. Her sleek red half-up, half-down hair look was one of our favorites of the evening, created by Danielle Priano for Remi Cachet, with makeup and skin prep by Lisa Aharon for Yon-Ka Paris.

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Along with making a serious case for the side part styled by Gregory Russell for L’Oreal, actress Anya Taylor-Joy was a vision on the Golden Globes red carpet with flushed cheeks and bold mascara.

We’re big fans of Golden Globe nominee Quinta Brunson’s loose, finger-wave-inspired curls and warm, neutral eyes. “For tonight’s makeup look, I wanted to create something harmonious, so I chose a soft brown smoky eye that was inspired by the rich brown tones in Quinta’s gown,” says makeup artist Kasha Lassien, who used all Chanel products on the star. “The beading on the gown reflected the light so beautifully, so I wanted to mirror that in the makeup.”

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Speaking of sleek hairstyles, Zoë Kravitz’s elegant ballerina bun was the perfect compliment to her rosy makeup look and plunging strapless gown.

Wicked star, r.e.m. Beauty founder, and Golden Globe nominee Ariana Grande wore a softer, retro-inspired version of her signature ponytail on the red carpet. She paired it with a minimalist take on ’60s makeup, including a matte white eyeshadow and floating liner.

Actress Cynthia Erivo continued her streak of fantastic red carpet manicures with these statement nails that she says took over five hours to apply by artist Mycah Dior for OPI. Her Golden Globes makeup look was crafted by celebrity artist Joanna Simkin using Benefit Cosmetics, with skin prep courtesy of Summer Fridays.

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Miley Cyrus channeled a ’90s supermodel on the red carpet with wispy layered bangs and a twisted updo.

“Margaret’s stunning, crisp Chanel Couture gown was goddess-like and statuesque but still had an ethereal lightness to it. I wanted that mood to be reflected in the makeup look as well,” says Chanel makeup artist Tyron Machhausen. “This look was all about the complexion. I wanted it to feel hyper-real, radiant, and polished. The makeup itself was rather minimalist with soft, shimmery accents for the eyes and cheeks, and an overall lit-from-within glow, like a Pre-Raphaelite painting coming to life.”

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The Babygirl star made a stunning case for a ’60s bouffant—with all the volume—on the Golden Globes red carpet. The look was created by Adir Abergel for Bellami Hair.

Another of our favorite bouncy bobs of the night, Golden Globe nominee Selena Gomez styled hers with a deep side part and shimmering shadow on her lids. The star’s hair was styled by Renato Campora for Great Lengths and Joico, along with skin prep and makeup by celebrity artist Hung Vanngo using SK-II and Rare Beauty essentials, and nails by Tom Bachik for Olive & June.

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