At every award show, the excitement goes beyond just the winners – we’re also watching closely to see what everyone is wearing and the beauty looks they bring to the red carpet. The 98th Academy Awards was no different, with Hollywood’s biggest stars arriving at the Dolby Theatre in head-turning glam.
Now that the awards have been handed out, we’re looking back at some of the most memorable beauty moments of the night. From glowing complexions to elegant hairstyles, here are the standout beauty looks from the 2026 Oscars red carpet.
Barbie Ferreira
One of the standout 2026 Oscars beauty looks is Barbie Ferreira who paired her deep side-parted Old Hollywood waves with a smoky eye, nude-pink lips, and fluttery lashes.
Charithra Chandran
‘Bridgerton’ star Charithra Chandran wore a sleek center-part updo with loose ends for a relaxed yet formal vibe, paired with honey-brown makeup and a green gown.
Chase Infiniti
‘One Battle After Another’ star Chase Infiniti stuns in a lilac gown with shimmery matching eyes, fresh pink makeup, and romantic long hair accented with mini braids and loose ends.
Elle Fanning
Elle Fanning pulls off a minimalist glam moment with sheer pinks, light mascara, well-groomed brows, and natural freckles.
Jayme Lawson
Jayme Lawson rocks an updo with playful side strands poking out, paired with winged eyeliner and blue under-eye liner to match her dress.
Kate Hudson
Here’s another gorgeous Old Hollywood look with a classic s-wave and glowing pink blush on the ‘Song Sung Blue’ nominee.
Marsai Martin
Marsai Martin walked the 2026 Oscars red carpet with a sharp cherry cola bob and a soft brown full matte look.
Mia Goth
Mia Goth keeps her makeup minimal but steals the spotlight with her modern curtain bangs.
Rose Byrne
Best Actress nominee Rose Byrne proves you can’t go wrong with a classic beauty look featuring wispy lashes, a sleek updo, and a matte red lip.
Teyana Taylor
Another standout beauty look from the 2026 Oscars features Teyana Taylor dazzling with graphic black-and-white winged liner and sultry over-lined lips.
Lea Myren
Lea Myren dazzles at her first Oscars red carpet sporting a smoky eye, fluttery lower lashes, and a wet-look knotted updo with loose strands.
Wunmi Mosaku
Wunmi Mosaku’s standout beauty look features reflective teal inner-corner eyeshadow, perfectly complementing her deep-sea turquoise gown.
Auli’i Cravalho
Auli’i Cravalho’s Marie Antoinette-inspired blush and half-up, half-down hair make for an effortlessly romantic look.
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