Glamour moved with confidence last week as the top beauty moments from the Critics’ Choice Celebration of Black Cinema & Television and other key events came to town. From the red carpet to editorial sets, and even in quiet off-duty appearances, beauty leaned into expression, color, and intention. Whether captured beneath flashing lights or within the intimacy of magazine shoots, the looks collectively defined a week shaped by thoughtful, considered glamour.
More importantly, each moment felt deliberate yet fluid, creating a visual rhythm that carried throughout the week. At the heart of the beauty moments, especially at the Critics’ Choice 2025 event, was balance: bold eyes softened by radiant skin, statement hair paired with restrained makeup. Even when these looks emerged from different spaces, they shared a sense of control, cohesion, and storytelling that made them feel part of a larger narrative.
The Looks
Makeup
To begin with, Teyana Taylor delivered a memorable beauty moment that felt subtle yet elevated for the Critics’ Choice 2025 event. Staying true to her signature “bold but soft” aesthetic, her makeup centered on luminous skin that caught the light without overpowering it. Warm smoky tones framed her eyes, while carefully shaped brows anchored the look with quiet precision. Soft contouring and a rosy flush added warmth to her complexion, and a glossy nude lip tied everything together with ease.
Meanwhile, Taraji P. Henson’s editorial makeup leaned fully into richness and glow. Bronze tones swept across her lids, accented by a hint of gold at the inner corners, creating depth without heaviness. Winged liner and full lashes introduced drama, while luminous skin and a mauve-toned blush softened the overall effect. A pale, glossy lip finished the look on a calm, refined note.
Hairstyle
As makeup moments set the tone, hairstyles emerged as bold expressions of individuality. Cardi B, in particular, turned heads with a sharp departure from the expected. Her neon green bob delivered immediate visual impact, cut bluntly at the jaw and finished with a straight fringe that framed her face. While the color commanded attention, the clean, precise cut kept the look intentional and striking rather than chaotic.
In contrast, Wunmi Mosaku brought quiet power to the Critics’ Choice stage with an elegant, sculptural updo. Her hair was cleanly parted and drawn back into two coiled forms at the back, creating a sense of symmetry and strength. The smooth finish emphasized the architectural quality of the style, allowing form and structure to speak without distraction. As an honoree, her look felt grounded and statement. It was an understated yet powerful way to keep the beauty narrative going at the Critics’ Choice 2025 event.
Check out the best beauty looks at the 2025 Critics’ Choice event and other shows from last week…
Taraji P. Henson
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Cardi B
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Teyana Taylor
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Chloe Bailey
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Ryan Destiny
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Wunmi Mosaku
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Genevieve Nnaji
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Leah Sava Jeffries
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Tenika Davis
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Porsha Williams
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