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Top 10: Makeup Moments of the Week, 2-08-2013

Glowing lids, colorful pouts and shimmering cheeks were among our most-watched beauty looks of the week. See more hot trends inside.
By Nicole Marie Melton · Updated October 28, 2020
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01
Solange Knowles

Where: ESSENCE’s 4th annual Black Women in Music at Greystone Manor Supperclub in West Hollywood, CA.

Why: We’re always inspired by Solange’s candy-colored lipsticks. This vivid orange is a head turner.

Top 10: Week's Makeup Moments
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02
Tamia

Where: The 4th Annual ESSENCE Black Women In Music honoring Lianne La Havas and Solange Knowles at Greystone Manor Supperclub in West Hollywood, California.

Why: A red lip is always a fantastic choice for a glamourous affair. Tamia’s version is vivid, crisp and simply stunning.

Top 10: Week's Makeup Moments
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03
Leah LaBelle

Where: The 4th Annual ESSENCE Black Women In Music honoring Lianne La Havas and Solange Knowles at Greystone Manor Supperclub in West Hollywood, California.

Why: LaBelle sported a clean canvas with a pewter smokey eye and high-shine nude lips.

Top 10: Week's Makeup Moments
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04
Vanessa Williams

Where: The 4th Annual ESSENCE Black Women In Music honoring Lianne La Havas and Solange Knowles at Greystone Manor Supperclub in West Hollywood, California.

Why: A glossy cranberry lip added major sizzle to Williams’s all black fashion statement.

Top 10: Week's Makeup Moments
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05
Amber Riley

Where: The 4th Annual ESSENCE Black Women In Music honoring Lianne La Havas and Solange Knowles at Greystone Manor Supperclub in West Hollywood, California.

Why: Riley flaunted fresh, dewy skin with bright blush and glossy lips.

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06
Goapele

Where: The 4th Annual ESSENCE Black Women In Music honoring Lianne La Havas and Solange Knowles at Greystone Manor Supperclub in West Hollywood, California.

Why: A bright crimson-colored lip is always sure to make a bold statement on the red carpet.

Top 10: Week's Makeup Moments
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07
Jill Scott

Where: The 4th annual ESSENCE Black Women In Music event at Greystone Manor Supperclub in West Hollywood, California.

Why: Scott looked regal in a matchy-matchy makeup look. Her glossy red lips coordinated with her red gown.

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08
Halle Berry

Where: The 44th NAACP Image Awards at The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Why: Berry stepped out in a barely-there makeup look, proving that sometimes less really is more.

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09
Kerry Washington

Where: The 44th NAACP Image Awards held at The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.

Why: Washington has been wowing us with her red carpet beauty looks this season!  Her pale pink lips and thick wispy lashes are a magical pair.

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10
Niecy Nash

Where: The 1st Annual Grammy Producers Brunch honoring Rodney Jerkins held at Xen Lounge in Los Angeles, California.

Why: Several stars sported red lips this week, but Nash’s matte crimson pucker is one of our faves.

Top 10: Week's Makeup Moments
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