Ready, set, glam! The hottest stars of film stepped out to the 2026 Oscars on Sunday, March 15, held at the Dolby Theater at Ovation Hollywood. Their beauty looks took our breath away, a parade of stunning hair and makeup that perfectly complemented over-the-top red carpet gowns. (See every fashion look here!)The Oscars caps off a lengthy awards season that started with a return to major glamour at the Golden Globes back in January. Since then, we’ve seen celebs bring the beauty to every event.
Getting ready for the red carpet is an art in and of itself. For Oscars 2026, stars surrounded themselves with their glam squads, reminiscing throughout the day on their hottest moments throughout the season, whilst building their most memorable hair and makeup for the big night. Many share the process on social media, giving us a glimpse of what the final red carpet look will reveal.
The most notable looks point to the beauty trends we’ll be emulating all Spring and Summer. Case in point: after last year’s ceremony, the center-parted slick back (seen on Ariana Grande) and mega-long locks (a lá Demi Moore) were some of summer 2025’s top street style beauty. (Take a stroll down memory lane and see every Oscars 2025 style and beauty look here!)
Standouts of the night gave a nod to Old Hollywood glamour, including modern updates on classic chignons, red carpet ponytails seen on Renate Reinsve and Jayme Lawson, retro-waved ‘dos such as Kate Hudson and Felicity Jones’s, and beyond-bold red carpet red lips. (We’re looking at you, Rose Byrne!)
Without further ado, behold the Oscars 2026 best beauty:
Kate Hudson
The Song Sung Blue nominee rocked an Old Hollywood s-wave and glowing pink blush.
Emma Stone
With a flippy bob and a makeup palette reminiscent of stained glass, the Bugonia nominee was the picture of elegance.
Zoe Saldaña
Simply stunning. The presenter wore monochromatic rose-nude makeup and a chic undone updo
Rose Byrne
The glamour! A punchy red pout and soft smoked eyes added a chic edge to the If I Had Legs I’d Kick You nominee’s center-parted, slicked back bun.
Teyana Taylor
The One Battle After Another nominee brought her trademark self-assured sultry glam with a waved pixie and over-lined lips.
Nicole Kidman
The iconic actress gave glamour with a layered cut and soft pink cheeks and lips.
Elle Fanning
A beautiful, sculpted chignon and soft rose lips lent classic glamour to the Sentimental Value nominee’s look.
Chase Infiniti
The One Battle After Another ingenue stunned with mega-long braids, lavender lids and a sweet pink pout.
Jessie Buckley
A chic golden blonde pixie, glowing cheeks and ruby lips amped up the Hamnet nominee’s movie star appeal.
Demi Moore
The presenter turned heads with her mega-long locks, flawless skin and soft, smoked eyes.
Renate Reinve
Simply stunning. For the Sentimental Value best actress nominee: A brushed back ponytail and bold hot orange lips.
Jayme Lawson
Stunning! The Sinners star’s extended cat-eye played off her geometric updo.
Felicity Jones
A chic, glowing neutral makeup palette softened the Train Dreams actress’ retro-inspired waved lob.
Masai Martinmasai
The actress rocked a sharp cherry cola bob and an extended cateye for the 2026 Oscars.
Yvette Nicole Brown
The Zootopia 2 actress showed off a sculpted updo and major lashes.
Li Jun Li
A neat bun capped off rosy cheeks and a sleek ruby pout for the Sinners actress.
