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The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards

Here are the must-see hair and makeup moments you missed.
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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By Jennifer Ford · Updated December 6, 2020
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Unfortunately, “Best Red Carpet Hair and Makeup” wasn’t an official category at Sunday night’s 25th Annual Critics Choice Awards. But that didn’t stop celebrities from donning trophy-worthy beauty looks or deter us from recognizing them.

Zendaya, who was nominated for “Best Actress In A Drama Series,” brought the drama with floor scrapping braids and amplified lashes. And “Best Actress” nominee, Lupita Nyong’o, brought the creativity with her unique updo.

We can’t forget to mention that in addition to beauty inspiration, stars also brought impeccable style.

To see the red carpet beauty moments that deserve an honorable mention, check out the gallery below.

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Lupita Nyong’o
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Cynthia Erivo
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Zendaya
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Niecy Nash
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Janet Mock
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Wanda Sykes
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Marsha Stephanie Blake
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Audra McDonald
At 50 years old, the multiple Tony award-winning singer and actress is still serving looks like a Broadway baby.
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Susan Kelechi Watson
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Jennifer Lopez
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Ashleigh Murray
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Alana Arenas
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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Shahadi Wright Joseph
25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
The Best Beauty Looks From The 25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards
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TOPICS:  Critic Choice Cynthia Erivo Danielle Brooks Janet Mock lupita Lupita Nyong’o red carpet Rihanna solange Tracee Ellis Ross Vernon Francois Yara Shahidi Zendaya Zendaya Coleman