As a British beauty editor, few things make me happier than when awards season pays a visit to UK shores—and last night it was the BAFTAs 2023. Celebrities took to the red carpet to celebrate the best in film, and while I was fully invested in who was taking home trophies, I was mainly concerning myself with the BAFTA 2023 beauty looks.
And I can confirm there was no disappointment on my part. You see, typically, I find that UK award ceremonies just don't deliver in the same way they do when they're Hollywood-based (the GRAMMYs, for example, delivered this year, as did the Golden Globes)—and I really hate to admit that. But last night, the BAFTAs proved me very wrong.
The BAFTA 2023 red carpet served some serious old-school glamour and I. am. here. for. it. From Florence Pugh's winged liner and Jodie Turner-Smith's face gems to Anya Taylor-Joy's glowing cheeks and the Princess of Wales's impressive non-tour (that's the buzzword for barely-there contouring, FYI), I'm still sort of in awe of it all.
And while I know the BAFTA 2023 beauty looks really speak for themselves, I also know they can raise a whole load of questions, mainly: What products were used to do that? So, as always, I spent the evening furiously searching Instagram to find out exactly what beauty products were used on the celebs at the BAFTAs.
So, without any further rambling from me, here's all of the best BAFTA 2023 beauty looks, and some of the products that were used to create them (as and when I find out).
1. Jodie Turner-Smith
The winner of the night on the make-up front is Jodie Turner-Smith. It's Blitz kid meets red carpet, with a surprisingly wearable twist—I can't get enough.
Her make-up was created by make-up artist Joey Choy using Charlotte Tilbury products. In an Instagram story, she shared an image of Beautiful Skin Sun-Kissed Glow Bronzer, Pillow Talk Lip & Cheek Glow, Hollywood Glow Glide Face Architect Highlighter and an array of Lip Cheat Lip Liners.
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2. Florence Pugh
Oh Miss Flo, you've done it again. I've never met a Florence Pugh beauty look I didn't like, and this spiky bun and micro-fringe hair look is giving. I'm also a huge fan of the subtle winged liner—brava.
Florence's make-up was created by her long-time MUA, Alex Babsky and her hair look came courtesy of Peter Lux.
3. Catherine, Princess of Wales
Decoding Kate Middleton's beauty looks over the years has by far been one of my favourite things to do, and now she's Catherine, Princess of Wales, I'm even more invested. The smokey eye and bouncy blow-out combo is her red-carpet go-to, but I'm very interested in the draped blushed and subtle contouring here. In fact, I'm going to give it a go myself ASAP.
4. Anya Taylor-Joy
There's no beauty look that Anya Taylor-Joy can't pull off. The beauty in this make-up look is the way everything is so polished, but the overall vibe still manages to look a bit gothic.
Anya's beauty look was created by hair stylist Gregory Russell and make-up artist Valeria Ferriera—I'm hoping details will follow soon.
5. Angela Bassett
I'm putting it out there: this is one of my favourite Angela Bassett looks to date. The smokey eye, the glowing cheeks, the nude, glossed lip— it's *chef's kiss*.
Her hairstylist for the night was Randy Stodghill, and her make-up artist was D'Andre Michael.
6. Lily James
I managed to get a quick catch up in with Charlotte Tilbury make-up artist, Sofia Tilbury, earlier this week backstage at London Fashion Week, and she gave me a head's up that Lily's look was set to be a stunner—and she wasn't wrong. The shimmering eye and flushed cheeks screams old-school glamour. Oh, and I'm adding this slicked-back bun to my hair inspo board.
Charlotte Tilbury has shared all of the products used for her look—and there was a lot. Most notably though: Charlotte's Beautiful Skin Foundation, Matte Beauty Blush Wand in Pillow Talk, The Classic eyeliner and Tinted Love in Blushed Rose.
Shop Lily James's BAFTA 2023 beauty look
7. Hoyeon Jung
I'm a bit of a broken record when it comes to my love for Hoyeon Jung's red-carpet looks—they're elite. I'm obsessed with the super-sleek, side-parted hair, and that satin red lip is executed to perfection.
Her make-up artist was Nina Park, and her hairstylist was Bryce Scarlett. Park used an array of Lancôme products to create the look, including: Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Concealer and L’Absolu Rouge Drama Ink in 154 Dis Oui.
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8. Emma Thompson
Few things make me happier than seeing Emma Thompson's face on a red carpet. She makes a red lip and blush pairing look totally effortless.
9. Naomi Ackie
I think Naomi Ackie's smokey eye is my favourite of the night (and there's been a lot). The diffused grey shadow and super-long lashes are a match made in make-up heaven. And the side-parted pony? Magnificent.
Her make-up was created by artist Kenneth Soh using Charlotte Tilbury, while her hair was styled by Kevin Fortune. According to a Reel posted by Charlotte Tilbury on Instagram, Soh used Instant Eye Palette, Look of Love Lipstick and Hollywood Glow Glide Face Architect Highlighter.
Shop Naomi Ackie's BAFTA 2023 beauty look
10. Nicola Coughlan
If you're asking me, no Nicola Coughlan beauty look is complete without a razor-sharp, winged liner—and this proves it. Teamed with Bardot-style bangs, this whole moment showcases retro-inspired beauty in 2023 at its finest.
Nicola's make-up was created by Neil Young, using Lancôme products, including the two stand-out products below.
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11. Michelle Yeoh
I need to know the details of Michelle Yeoh's blusher, immediately. The placement has cleverly made her cheek bones pop—placing the blusher at the centre of the look. It's not an easy thing to do, but she's done it.
12. Julianne Moore
Another side-parted hair sweep that I am here for. Is this really the return of the side parting?! The thing I'm itching to know most of all, however, is what shade Julianne Moore is wearing on her lips.
Julianne's make-up look was created by Kay Montano and her hair was one by Marcus Francis. Montano posted an image of an array of Hourglass products onto her Instagram Story last night, including the below, and I'd make a well-informed guess that they were the products used.
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13. Vick Hope
I can't even tell you how long I've stared in awe at Vick Hope's beauty look, this evening. Just know it's been a while. The fluffy bun with teased-out flyaways showcases God-tier hair styling, and the softly winged eye complements it expertly. I can't get enough.
Vick's make-up was created by Abbie May for Lancôme, with the below products.
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14. Wallis Day
Yes, yes, yes. A wet-look, wavy bob with a statement side part teamed with a grey, shimmering, smoked-out eye and a nude lip? Wallis Day, I am listening.
Wallis's look was created by make-up artist, Georgia Rose, and her hair was styled by Alisha Dobson. Rose shared a full list of products used on her Instagram, including the below stand-outs.
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15. Cynthia Erivo
This eye look is everything. Cynthia Erivo's silver, metallic accents on the eye perfectly showcase that fun can be had with make-up on the red carpet. And if you know the details of those lash extensions, feel free to slide into my DMs.
Cynthia's make-up look was created by Giselle Ali.
16. Little Simz
Little Simz wins tonight's glow card. While smokey eyes as grungy as these tend to be paired with matte skin, her expertly applied highlight has left the look oozing lit-from-within radiance. And as for the wrapped-up locs? Perfection.
17. Rosie Huntington-Whitely
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's sleek ponytail proves there's beauty in simplicity. My favourite part of this look, however, is the tight-lined eyes. It's giving noughties' nostalgia in all of the right ways.
Rosie's hair look was created by Christian Wood, and her make-up artist was Harold James. James shared that he used Rose Inc products to create her make-up look—including the exact bronzer below.
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18. Viola Davis
Blush works best when it's applied to the tops of the cheekbones and blended out towards the eye. Case in point? Viola Davis's look tonight. I'm also loving the silver accents on the lid. Am I starting to sense a theme here?
Viola's hair was styled by Jamika Wilson, and her make-up was created by Sergio López-Rivera. The latter shared a picture to his Instagram Story last night, snapping a whole load of product, which I can bet was used on Viola's face. The below were the real stand-outs.
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19. Lashana Lynch
The berry lip. The full brows. The sky-high lashes. The gems. Lashana Lynch, you win.
Lashana's hair was styled by Nicola Harrowell, and her make-up was done by artist Min Sandu, using Lancôme. Harrowell shared a flatlay of hair products to her Instagram stories, including: Ruka Hold Me Down Edge Gel, Ruka Do-It-All Gel and Kevin Murphy Shimmer Shine.
Sandu used an array of Lancôme make-up products to create Lashana's look, including: Hypnôse Mascara, Ombre Hypnôse Stylo Cream Eye Shadow Stick and L'Absolu Rouge Drama Matte Lipstick in 508 Mademoiselle Isabella.
Shop Lashana Lynch's BAFTA 2023 beauty look
20. Cate Blanchett
Another beauty look I've been mesmerised by all night is this one, courtesy of Cate Blanchett. The teased-out hair is one thing, but the soft pink lip teamed with a mauve-wash eye is sheer genius.
Cate's make-up look was created by Mary Greenwell, while it was Nicola Clarke who styled her hair. In an Instagram post, Greenwell revealed she used Armani Beauty to create the look, including the below products.
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21. Frankie Bridge
Frankie Bridge's apricot matte lip is possibly my favourite lip look of the night. Paired with a matching blush and a super-dark eye, the whole thing comes together like a perfectly fitted puzzle.
Frankie's make-up was created by MUA Malin Coleman. She used Make Up Forever HD Skin Foundation and By Terry Beach Bomb Brightening CC Palette.
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22. Munroe Bergdorf
Another example of exemplary tightlining and perfect blush placement is this look from Munroe Bergdorf. It's so good, in fact, I've saved it to my Instagram Saved folder to recreate for my next night out.
Make-up artist Bianca Spencer created Munroe's look, while stylist Mikai McDermott did her hair.
23. Alex Scott
If you want to talk about radiant, healthy looking skin, let's do it. Alex Scott's complexion this evening has basically set the gold standard for lit-from-within glow.
24. Aimee Lou Wood
Aimee Lou Wood's pastel-pink, shimmering eye look and pink, glossy lip is serving all of the make-up nostalgia in all of the right ways.
Aimee's make-up was created by make-up artist Sara Hill, and hair was styled by George Northwood. I've received intel that Hill used the below Chantecaille product to create the look.
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25. Sophie Turner
I can't get enough. Sophie Turner's glossy, red hair, styled into curtain bangs has got to be one of the very best red-carpet hair looks I've seen all awards season.
Sophie's hair was styled by Christian Wood, and the make-up look was created by Naoko Scintu.
26. AJ Odudu
Another pink, shimmering eye winner. AJ Odudu's shimmering wash shows that graphic liner is wearable—so much so I'm probably going to copy this. Thanks, AJ.
AJ's liner was created by make-up artist Thembi Mkandla, and her hair was styled by Carl Campbell.
27. Emma Mackey
Emma Mackey's feathered fringe and low-key make-up look proves that red-carpet beauty doesn't need to be all smokey shadows and bold lips to be exquisite.
Emma's hair was styled by Carlos Ferraz using Leonor Greyl, and her make-up was done by Emma Lovell.
28. Ana de Armas
This is the sort of low-maintenance, undone hair look that I live for. In fact, I've already pulled out my hair waver from the depths of my beauty stash.
