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Get the Look: Standout Red Carpet Makeup Moments

It's easy to envy our favorite celebs when they step out on the red carpet serving flawless eyes, lips and lids.  But wouldn't it be wonderful if we could create looks that were as equally gorgeous at home?  Worry not. We've rounded up some of our favorite beauty goodies that will help you recreate celeb makeup looks at home. 
By Nicole Marie Melton · Updated October 28, 2020
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Golden Girl

At the premiere of Sparkle, Tika Sumpter flaunted shimmering gold eyeshadow and a glossy nude lip.

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02
Lorac PRO Palette

This wonder palette features 16 ultra-pigmented eye shadows that offer everything from shimmering gold to matte cocoa brown for contouring.

$42, available at Sephora.

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03
Rocker Red

Rihana rocked out in her trademark red lipstick and looked fierce at the MTV Video Music Awards.

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04
Stila Long Wear Liquid Lip Color

This rich red delivers intense color that stays put all day.

$22, available at Sephora.

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05
Coral Reef

At the Olcay Gulsen spring 2013 fashion show, Rocsi Diaz glowed in dreamy lashes and luscious, coral lipgloss.

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06
MAC Pro Longwear Lipglass

With MAC’s new “Office Hours” collection, you’re sure to find a shade you love that will last for up to six hours.

$19.50 each, available at MAC.

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07
Very Violet

Melanie Fiona attended the Pepsi and Billboard Summer Beats concert in New York City in wearing vivid purple eyeshadow on her upper and lower lids.

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08
Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Psychedelic SIster

This deep amethyst eyeshadow is all you’ll need to create an eye-catching look.

$18, available at Sephora.

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09
Crossing the Line

Amber Rose stepped out at the MTV Video Music Awards wearing an inky black eyeliner and a creamy, flesh-toned pout.

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10
Mirabella Magic Marker Eyeliner

This jet-black, pigment-rich eyeliner lives up to its name and glides on super smooth and dark.

$18, available at Mirabella.

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