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Behind-the-Scenes with Lupita Nyong'o's Oscars Glam Squad

The coolest Oscars Instagram moments from Lupita's beauty glam squad: hairstylist Larry Sims, manicurist Deborah Lippmann and makeup artist Nick Barose.
By Crystal G. Martin · Updated October 27, 2020
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Dream Team

Makeup artist Nick Barose posted this pic of himself, Nyong’o, her stylist Micaela Erlanger, and hairstylist Larry Sims. 

Behind-the-Scenes with Lupita's Glam Squad
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A Happy Pair

Hairstylist Larry Sims takes a moment to pose with Nyong’o in her finished look.

Behind-the-Scenes with Lupita's Glam Squad
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All Hands On Deck

Deborah Lippmann shares Nyong’o’s dress reveal as her glam squad looks on. 

Behind-the-Scenes with Lupita's Glam Squad
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Prep Time

A robed Lupita Nyong’o shows off her manicure in the Deborah Lippmann shade La Vie En Rose in a photo shared by the nail artist.

Behind-the-Scenes with Lupita's Glam Squad
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BFFs

Manicurist Deborah Lippmann shares a fun moment between the Oscar-winner and her “best friend” Ben Klarich Kahn. 

Behind-the-Scenes with Lupita's Glam Squad
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Glam Squad Selfie

Nick Barose shared this celebratory shot. 

Behind-the-Scenes with Lupita's Glam Squad
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Mani Moment

Mani maestro Deborah Lippmann posted this closeup of Nyong’o’s nails. 

Behind-the-Scenes with Lupita's Glam Squad