The Best and Worst Beauty Looks at the 2016 Critics’ Choice Awards You Need to See

We know, we know awards season is all about recognizing the best movies and television shows, but half the fun is tuning in to see the red carpet arrivals. We aren’t just interested in what gorgeous gowns celebrities are going to be be wearing, we’re also interesting in what beauty looks they’ll be sporting. The 2016 Critics’ Choice Awards had an array of beauty looks from boho braids to bright lipsticks. Maybe of them were flawless, but there were some that needed a few tweaks.

Here are the best beauty looks at the 2016 Critics’ Choice Awards:

Best Beauty Looks

1. Rachel McAdams

Rachel McAdams made a strong case for coordinating your makeup with your outfit. Her wine-colored lip went perfectly with her maroon dress. Rachel’s hair always looks good and this time was no exception. Her loose waves complemented the simple silhouette of her gown.

2. Gina Rodriguez

Gina just slayed it at the Critics’ Choice Awards. There is nothing prom-y about this updo. Her orange-red lipstick was just the extra bit of color her look needed. Plus, look at how happy she looks.

3. Constance Wu


Constance Wu brought a bit of boho to the red blue carpet with her halo braid. It was the perfect choice for her flowy dress. The soft makeup also worked really well with everything else. That pink lip is so pretty.
4. Melissa McCarthy

Brunettes, go save this photo of Melissa McCarthy because this is the color you are going to want to try out next. It’s rich and vibrant. As for her makeup, Melissa wisely toned it down so it wouldn’t compete with the bold pattern on her dress.

5. Kirsten Dunst

With Kirsten’s tiered gown, you could have expected her to do an ethereal makeup look with glowy skin. However, she toughened it up slightly with this dark red lipstick. It was the perfect contrast.

6. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s glow may be from the fact that she just got engaged, but whether it is natural, makeup or a good facial, it works. The super sleek bun suited the minimalist black dress and it makes her gorgeous face front and center.