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Proof That Zendaya Didn't Miss A Beauty Beat In 2016, Obvs

Everything Zendaya touches turns to gold.
Proof That Zendaya Didn't Miss A Beauty Beat In 2016, Obvs
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By Nikki Brown · Updated October 26, 2020

Case in point: 2016 proved to be another groundbreaking year for the actress/singer who launched a shoe line, clothing line, and snagged a role in the highly anticipated Spider-Man: Homecoming flick. And in between these noteworthy moments, the budding entrepeneur continued to slay the red carpet with her one-of-a-kind style. From mullets to bowl cuts and braids, take a look back at our favorite hair and makeup looks from Zendaya in 2016.

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In January, Z ruled the Art of Elysium red carpet in a chestnut brown lob. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In January, the actress and singer wore a longer do to the Golden Globe Awards. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

Just before the start of February, Zendaya rocked sultry makeup and a highlighted coif ot the official kick off event for her shoe line.

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

And the mullet went high fashion when Zendaya sported this headturning look to the Grammy Awards in February. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

For her ‘Something New’ fan event in February, the singer and actress looked beautiful in a blonde bob. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

For our very Black Women In Hollywood event in February, Zendaya slayed in flawless makeup and a braided ponytail. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

Zendaya gave us Old Hollywood glamour vibes at this year’s Kids’ Choice Awards.

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In March, Zendaya was glossy lip goals at the Hollywood premiere of Confirmation.

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In April, Zendaya’s finger waves and smokey eye combo gave us life at the GLAAD Media Awards.

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

For the April 2016 iHeartRadio Music Awards, she opted for a cute bob and bangs. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

For the Marie Claire “Fresh Faces” party in April, Zendaya wore the most perfect high ponytail. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

Zendaya was definitely a standout at this year’s Met Gala, where she sported a chic bowl-style cut.

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In May, Zendaya took our breath away at the Billboard Music Awards, where she wore sleek straight tresses and nude makeup. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In July, Zendaya wore the top knot of our dreams to the Kids’ Choice Sport Awards. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In September, Zendaya was smokey eye goals during a NYFW appearance.

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In September, Zendaya attended our annual Street Style Block Party in summer fresh curls and makeup. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In September, Zendaya looked regal in a bun and shimmery eye makeup at the Michael Kors Access Smartwatch launch party. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In November, Zendaya delivered a casual slay for her Daya By Zendaya NYC Pop-Up. 

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In November, the actress and designer looked like a pretty princess in understated makeup and straight hair at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards.

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

In November, Zendaya slayed in a chic updo at the Glamour Women Of The Year Awards.

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Zendaya’s 2016 Beauty Moments

Last month, Zendaya smoldered on the Footwear News Achievement Awards red carpet in a dark makeup and a simple updo. 

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