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Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week

These stars indulged in Black girl joy with fresh faces and full beats.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@avaduvernay
By Shalwah Evans · Updated December 6, 2020
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This week marked a number of birthdays, much needed getaways and other celebrations for Hollywood beauties to put on a face. They donned their colorful lips, favorite lashes, and quenched curls for our social media viewing pleasure.

Dewy skin and fresh faces also made their way onto our timelines. And in a year where any moment of joy is a moment to cherish, we’re championing their energy to indulge in some glam. It’s giving us the inspiration to experiment with some new hair and makeup looks this weekend.

Check out the gallery to see who made us lose our breath like Beyoncé, Kelly and Michelle circa 2004.

01
China McClain
Is China’s 22nd birthday beauty glow making you feel and look old too (asking for friend)?
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@chinamcclain
02
Angela Yee
Braids done, red lip on, let the weekend in beauty begin.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@angelayee
03
Keke
Keke’s celebration of 26 was also a celebration of looking smoking hot.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@keke
04
Amara La Negra
Amara looks so beautiful, even the wind is trying to sweep her off her feet.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@amaralanegraaln
05
Jhené Aiko
Jhené and this nude lip are like Wayman and Micah — the partnership is undeniable and they make you want to stare.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@jheneaiko
06
H.E.R.
Between the curls, the lashes and the glowing skin it’s clear that summer is doing right by H.E.R.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@hermusicofficial
07
Julissa Bermudez
From her top knot to her red lip, Julissa has us gagged.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@officialjulissab
08
Eva Marcille
We’re starting to wonder if Eva’s a robot, because skin this perfect just can’t be real. We stan!
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@evamarcille
09
Jennifer Freeman
Jennifer just reminded us what a little blush can do to lift your cheeks and spirits.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@msjenfreeman
10
Gabrielle Dennis
We don’t even care to know what Gabrielle is looking at because we’re too busy gazing at her.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@gabrielle_dennis
11
Tanya Sam
Tanya’s selfie is so artistic and editorial. And her curls are down right gorgeous.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@itstanyatime
12
Gabby Douglas
Gabby’s giving a coy gaze but those blonde inches and black nails are giving vixen vibes.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@gabbycvdouglas
13
Rico Nasty
Whether right side up or upside down, Rico always hits those angles.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@riconasty
14
Lauren Williams
Lauren’s smile is heartwarming and her lashes and hair are covetable.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@lodwill
15
Jasmine Sanders
We’re getting a peek into how Jasmine gets gorgeous and we’re taking notes.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@goldenbarbie
16
Sheryl Lee Ralph
Sheryl lured us in with the beauty then hit us with the all important message. VOTE!
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@thesherylleeralph
17
Deborah Cox
Deborah’s holding those pups close but her eyes are showing the camera all the love.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@deborahcox
18
Laila Ali
Wherever Laila is going with this outstanding glam, we will follow.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@thereallailaali
19
Ava DuVernay
Ava is her hairstylist’s and makeup artist’s wildest dreams. Stunning!
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@avaduvernay
20
Ciara
It might seem like that’s the sun hitting right, but we know it’s actually Ciara’s post-baby glow.
Ciara, Ava DuVernay, H.E.R. And Other Celebrity Beauty Looks Of The Week
Instagram/@ciara
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