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Top 5: Makeup Moments of the Week, 12-28-12

The holidays call for red lips and sparkly shadows, and this week's beauty best included just that. See whose festive makeup moments we loved the most.
By Nicole Marie Melton · Updated October 28, 2020
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01
Gabrielle Union

Where: An appearance on behalf of Wade’s World Foundation at Santa’s Enchanted Forest in Miami

Why: Union got in the holiday spirit with a bright red lip paired with black eyeliner and mascara.

Top 5: Week's Makeup Moments
02
Christina Milian

Where: The ‘Big Morning Buzz’ taping at the VH1 Studios in New York City

Why: Milian gave great face in contoured eyeshadow, sculpted brows and shiny, nude lips.


Top 5: Week's Makeup Moments
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03
La La Anthony

Where: The REMY MARTIN V Breakfast Club 2-year anniversary after-party in New York City

Why: You can never go wrong with a shiny crimson lip and sexy, long lashes. Anthony nailed this dazzling look!

Top 5: Week's Makeup Moments
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04
Mariah Carey

Where: Christmas shopping in Aspen, Colorado

Why: Carey didn’t let her holiday errands stop her from dabbing on a touch of foundation, concealer and lip gloss for a glam, out-the-door look.

Top 5: Week's Makeup Moments
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05
Tia Mowry

Where: Walking with a friend in West Hollywood, California.

Why: Mowry’s beauty look consisted of glowing pink lip gloss, smokey eyeshadow and a touch of rose-colored blush.

Top 5: Week's Makeup Moments
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