They're Here, and I'm Sat: The Most Breathtaking Beauty Looks From the 2026 Actor Awards

We need not remind you that award season is in full swing, with the last few weekends playing host to a smattering of glitzy red carpets (hey, Golden Globes and Grammys), bespoke designer gowns, and cutting-edge tuxedos (we won’t soon forget Bad Bunny’s Grammy-sweeping Schiaparelli 'fit). That said, we may need to remind you that you do, in fact, know what tonight’s award show is—it’s just henceforth going by a different name. The Actor Awards have been renamed after 32 years of being known as the SAG Awards, a decision reached by the SAG-AFTRA Awards Committee and main showrunner to make things more obvious—and though the title has undergone a rebrand, the on-stage glamour remains.

The Actor Awards are the final key benchmark before the Oscars on March 15, meaning that tonight will set the scene for what kinds of results we’ll expect on Hollywood’s most prestigious stage come mid-month. While we can’t wait to learn the fate of each nominee tonight, we beauty editors are eagle-eyed on the small details that bring their couture ensembles to life. The romantic tendrils, painted lips, and silky nail polishes we see on these carpets exude the kind of Hollywood glamour that inspired us into these careers, and we’re already swooning over the looks floating down the red carpet. Keep scrolling for the ones that are bookmarked in our brains.

The Best 2026 Actor Awards Beauty Looks

Emma Stone just gave us a masterclass in spring beauty and short hair styling. The Bugonia star and Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor nominee sported her hair in a loose, tendril-strewn updo (fashioned by celebrity hairstylist Mara Roszak) and kept her makeup healthy and minimal—emphasizing glowy skin, flushed cheeks, and peachy-pink lips.

Beauty products used: Rōz Air Thickening Spray ($39), Rōz Root Lift Spray ($42)

Sarah Paulson's classic glam captured us right away, but her blunt, chin-grazing bob made us stay. Parted down the middle and lightly waved (hi, Maude Apatow's crinkle cut), this cut is making us consider the big chop.

Don't mind us, we're just fawning over Mindy Kaling's ultra-sleek strands and effortless cool-toned glam. The multi-hyphenate's style is parted down the middle, and her glossy, greige pout takes center stage. (BRB, running to grab our aughts-inspired liners.)

Sinners' Jayme Lawson stopped us in our tracks with this glitzy, golden eye shadow and liner look. Oh, and did we mention her piece-y iteration of a kiss curl? No detail was spared.

Fellow Sinners star Wunmi Mosaku stole the show with her burnished metallic eye shadow and sculptural updo. She allowed her glowy skin to take the spotlight and seals everything together with a glossy nude lip.

Parker Posey is never one to shy away from a fashion—or beauty!—moment, as evidenced by this bubblegum ensemble (and matching eye look). The White Lotus star paired a voluminously curly '60s bob with a punchy pop of pink eye shadow, complete with a thickly mascara-ed line of fringe. Very Twiggy, if you ask us.

Beauty products used: Tweezerman Classic Eyelash Curler ($16, was $19), OneSkin Face OS-01 Peptide Topical Supplement ($42), Bakeup Neon Eyeshadow Palette ($31)

If you can't get enough of Jessie Buckley after Chloé Zhao's Hamnet, join the club. Though we're still drying our eyes after watching this Shakespearean tragedy, Buckley's quintessential Old Hollywood look stopped our tears mid-fall. Styled by celebrity hairstylist Bryce Scarlett, the actress's clipped bob features a side part and sleek tuck behind the ears, while a red lip contrasts her sculptural black-and-white look, anchoring the room's attention on her.

Beauty products used: Nexxus MVP Styler Multitasking Cream ($20), Nexxus Air Shape Texture Spray ($20), Nexxus XXL Volume Hairspray

One thing about Jenna Ortega? She's going to deliver our latest bout of beauty inspo. The Wednesday frontrunner lined her eyes in a dark kohl flick, primarily in the upper and lower waterlines, and carved out her cheekbones with a swathe of chiseling bronze. Her Gen Z version of '90s makeup is complete with rich brown lip liner and a dose of matte white shadow below the browbone.

The One Battle After Another star is already sweeping award season—both in the supporting actress category and on the carpet. Though Teyana Taylor's eye-catching gowns are often the talking points of her looks, we can't help but ogle at her stunning geometric smoky eye—complete with diffused negative space lower liner and an angular inner eye—and bronzy pink blush. We're anxiously awaiting the details on her ornate French manicure, which appears to be bedecked with 3D gold accents.

Beauty products used: L'Oréal Lumi Glotion ($18), L'Oréal Haute Precision Liquid Eyeliner ($14), L'Oréal Plump Ambition Hyaluron Lip Oil ($14), Aprés Artiste Gel in Metallic Gold ($12)

Sofia Carson gave us the ultimate late-winter beauty inspo with this burnished smoky eye and deeply side-parted, slicked bun. Carson opted for warm browns in place of trendy cool tones. Her look gracefully complements her brown eyes—effectively pulling together her bronzy, sculpted cheeks and warm nude lip.

Beauty products used: L'Oréal Le Shadow Stick ($14), L'Oréal Infallible 24H Fresh Wear Soft Matte Bronzer ($16), Tresemmé Instant Fix Styling Stick ($13), Tresemmé Lacquer Shine Spray ($13)

Irina Shayk brought smoldering supermodel glamour to the red carpet this evening. Her striking makeup holds nothing back, pairing a smoky eye with geometrical lower liner and a bright red lip. To balance the statement look, the model kept her hair loose and seemingly natural, with a touch of wavy texture.

Quinta Brunson made a showstopping appearance thanks to her elegant glam: a matte brown eye and rich red lip. She pulled everything together by coiffing her Zoë Kravitz esque bixie into classic, glossy waves with a romantic kiss curl at the center.

If you need us, we'll be staring off into space thinking about Michelle Williams' dreamy bubble bob. Celebrity hairstylist Chris McMillan styled the Dying for Sex star's blonde tresses tucked behind her ears and dramatically flipped inward to create the chic, bouncy style we're currently saving to our hairspo boards.

Beauty products used: Chris McMillan The Glassy Smooth Blowdry Spray ($36), Chris McMillan The Major Shine Hairspray ($36)

We might as well call this stunning serve from Chase Infiniti the gasp heard 'round the world. Rihanna-esque diamanté "naked" dress and matching cap aside, Infiniti's glam deserves a round of applause. From her delicately drawn-back strands to her toasted blush and silver eye shadow-accented inner corners, every bit of the actress's glam feels intentional.

Beauty products used: L'Oréal Paris EverPure Iron Sleek Coat ($10), L'Oréal Elnett Extra Strong Unscented Hairspray ($16), Fara Homidi Essential Face Compact ($88), Fara Homidi Essential Eye Compact ($98)

Another day, another Mia Goth slay. The Frankenstein star wore her glossy brown strands in a sweeping, straight style, with her bangs parted into a thick curtain style. Her simple glam accentuates her features in all the right ways—including a thin swipe of jet black liner and what we can only assume are pillowy Nina Park lips.

Beauty products used: Lashify Curl Plus+ Black Gossamer Lash Collection ($22)

Landman's Ali Larter played into the red carpet theme with a ruby pout in what appears to be a shade identical to that of her draped gown. Celebrity makeup artist Kelsey Deenihan played up the actress's eyes with fluttery lashes, but otherwise kept quietly clean, letting her pale blonde hair and garnet lips do the talking.

Beauty products used: Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Foundation ($69), Armani Beauty Eye Tint in 18M ($39), Armani Beauty Lip Power Lipstick in 404 ($48), Nulastin NuProtect Leave-In Primer ($32), LYMA Laser Pro ($5995)

In true Carolyn Bessette Kennedy fashion, FX Love Story's Sarah Pidgeon paired her stunning gown with an effortless updo fashioned by celebrity hairstylist David von Cannon—her blonde tresses lightly tousled and gathered in a low ponytail. Her petal-pink blush matches the pale tulip shade of her dress, and her eyes are kept clean, save for a baby flick of mascara.

Beauty products used: Beautyblender Original Makeup Sponge ($20), Nexxus Medium Hold Mousse ($18), Nexxus Air Shape Hold Texture Spray ($20), Nexxus Comb Thru Finishing Mist ($21), NuFace Trinity+ Starter Kit ($395)

If there's one thing we know for certain about 2026 beauty trends, it's that barely there eyes and bright lipstick have never been a cooler combo. Hacks' Hannah Einbinder paired her textured gown with a stunning coral-red lip and light brush of brown mascara to let her 'fit do the talking.

Marty Supreme and I Love L.A. star Odessa A'zion always delivers with the curly hair moments, and tonight is no different. Instead of wearing her thick tresses down in her long,'70s-inspired style, the actress piled her hair high into a tendril-strewn bun to complement her fringy jumpsuit.

When she isn't stealing scenes in The White Lotus, Natasha Rothwell is stealing our breath on the red carpet. Her artfully waved hairstyle and pillowy pink pout feel straight out of the '30s, and we're living for every last striking detail.

Dove Cameron has bewitched us body and soul with this delicately vampy look. Her mocha Hollywood waves perfectly complement her deep ruby lips—beautifully contrasting with her eyes, which are kept minimal with a wash of bronzy shadow and lush lashes.

Sheryl Lee Ralph is every bit the dream girl on tonight's red carpet. Her look, complete with a glamorous smoky eye and warm-toned lip, is marked by the glossy vintage kiss curl trend that dominated the 2025 Met Gala.

The host of the Actor Awards red carpet is Paige DeSorbo, whose romantically loose hairstyle feels very reminiscent of the undone updos we've seen Margot Robbie rock during the Wuthering Heights press tour. Oh, and her glamorously warm makeup? Immediately going into our spring makeup inspo folder.

Beauty products used: Tresemmé A-List Collection Workable Hairspray ($15), Maybelline Super Stay Teddy Tint Matte Lip Tint ($13), Maybelline Cloudtopia Cheek and Lip Mousse ($10), Maybelline Moisturizing Serum Lipstick ($10)