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Great Beauty: 2011 BET Awards Roundup

From Alicia Keys' glorious scarlet mouth to Nia Long's mama-to-be glow, the celebs were prettier than ever at the BET Awards. Here, the top five most dazzling makeup looks of the night.
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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01
Well Red

Alicia Keys was more glamorous than ever in bold crimson lips.

Great Beauty: 2011 BET Awards Roundup
02
Think Pink

Keri Hilson’s pale, shimmery lids and hot pink lips popped against her platinum hair.

Great Beauty: 2011 BET Awards Roundup
03
Eyes Surprise

Lala accentuated her huge green eyes with smokey, khol eyeshadow and perfectly defined brows.

Great Beauty: 2011 BET Awards Roundup
04
Feelin’ Blue

Estelle’s soft, blue-gray shadow was so flattering next to her burgundy hair.

Great Beauty: 2011 BET Awards Roundup
05
You Glow Girl

Nia Long’s skin was subtly shimmering and positively luminous — fab makeup, or mama-to-be glow?

Great Beauty: 2011 BET Awards Roundup