The most refreshing beauty looks on the Grammys 2026 red carpet, from Blackpink’s Rosé to Chappell Roan

In terms of beauty, colour was scarce on the Grammys 2026 red carpet, with many celebrities and artists leaning toward toasty nudes and mattified skin. Across make-up and hair, the dominant choices were beige-adjacent nudes, softly sculpted matte skin and minimal contrast around the eyes. Complexion work was precise and deliberately subtle, lips stayed within a narrow neutral range and hair leaned toward polish.

Against that uniformity, a handful of artists stood out as they opted for drama and whimsy—much needed in the world right now. Laufey, who won Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for A Matter of Time, referenced old Hollywood with pastel flair. Chappell Roan continued to use make-up as a visual language rather than an accessory, anchoring her appearance in her signature drag codes. Elsewhere, distinction came through detail: a new haircut, a sharpened liner, a deliberate texture choice. Here are the beauty looks that cut through the visual sameness of the Grammys 2026 red carpet, and the exact elements that made them register.

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Laufey: violet eye make-up and polished vintage waves

Laufey’s violet eyes and polished waves perfectly complemented her crystal-embellished gown (Photo: Brianna Bryson/WireImage)

Laufey’s Grammys 2026 beauty balanced vintage glamour with modern polish. Her eyes wore soft violet tones that reflected the crystal details of her Miu Miu flapper-inspired gown, smudged along the lids for subtle depth. Hair was styled in polished waves that referenced old Hollywood, keeping the shape structured but never rigid. Skin glowed with a natural, dewy finish, and brows were neatly defined to frame the eyes without drawing attention away. The overall effect was measured and cohesive, allowing both make-up and dress to complement each other.

Rosé: debuted a curly bob with soft neutral makeup

Rosé’s curly bob and neutral makeup highlighted her fresh new haircut (Photo: Gilbert Flores/Billboard via Getty Images)

Rosé debuted a short, cherubic hairstyle at the Grammys 2026, styled in tight ringlets with face-framing curtain bangs that softened the overall line, a choice that echoed classic Hollywood shaping while presenting a distinctly modern shape. Eye make-up was gently defined with soft liner and neutral shadow, allowing the haircut’s shape to remain the primary framing device for her features.

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Chappell Roan: graphic eye make-up and long textured hair

Chappell Roan paired smoky eyes with textured crimps for a striking red-carpet moment (Photo: Gilbert Flores/Billboard via Getty Images)

On the Grammys 2026 carpet, Chappell Roan’s make-up and hair were tightly integrated with her daring Mugler 1998 “Nipple Dress’’. Her make-up was structured and precise: smoky, elongated liner and subtly blended shadow defined the eyes, while cheeks carried a muted flush that kept the focus upward. Lips stayed neutral, letting the eye work do the talking. Hair added texture and dimension, styled long with crimps and loose curls that gave movement behind the more sculpted elements of her make-up. The overall effect was deliberate and cohesive, a look that felt performance-ready while remaining polished enough for the red carpet.

Tyla: high ponytail with braids and defined eyes

Tyla’s braided high ponytail and defined eyes added playful movement to her look (Photo: Brianna Bryson/WireImage)

Not one to shy away from a more sultry look, Tyla stood out on the red carpet for her decidedly sexy side-swept hair and defined eyes. Her hair was styled into a high ponytail with a deep side part, combining smooth sections with loose waves and braided detailing that added movement and structure. The eyes were more pronounced than the rest of the face, with defined liner and elongated lashes creating focus without heavy shadow. The rest of the make-up stayed restrained, allowing the hairstyle and eye work to carry the look.

Zara Larsson: long mermaid waves and glowing neutral skin

Zara Larsson wore glossy mermaid waves with warm, luminous make-up for a cohesive finish (Photo: Gilbert Flores/Billboard via Getty Images)

Zara Larsson arrived at the Grammys 2026 with a look that was unapologetically all about the hair. Her long blonde waves were glossy, uniform and shaped into loose, rounded curls that fell past her shoulders, giving her movement without fuss. The style framed her face perfectly, letting her features read clearly against the shimmer of her sequined two-piece. Make-up stayed neutral, letting the hair take the lead: warm, luminous skin, softly flushed cheeks and nude glossy lips that mirrored the shine of her waves. Brows were lightly filled and softly shaped, keeping the overall effect balanced but never rigid. It was a simple, deliberate choice, a reminder that sometimes the strongest statement on the red carpet doesn’t come from colour or contour but from texture, shape and polish.

Audrey Nuna: clean luminous skin and structured hair styling

Audrey Nuna’s sculptural braided updo and neutral tones framed her structured silhouette (Photo: Brianna Bryson/WireImage)

Audrey Nuna’s Grammys 2026 beauty presence was quieter in colour but precise in execution. On the red carpet, she wore a muted palette with soft terracotta tones across her eyes and lips, a choice that held warmth without strong contrast against her complexion. Her skin appeared smooth and luminous, with cheeks that carried a gentle, blended flush rather than sharp contour, keeping overall focus on the shapes rather than colour intensity. The hairstyle’s architectural quality played against the softer edges of her complexion work, maintaining visual interest without introducing stark colour contrasts.

Sabrina Carpenter: romantic updo with berry-toned makeup

Sabrina Carpenter completed her red-carpet look with a romantic updo and soft berry lips (Photo: Brianna Bryson/WireImage)

Sabrina Carpenter’s Grammys 2026 look was classic, leaning into the kind of red-carpet polish that reads effortless on camera. Her hair was pulled into a soft, romantic updo, with loose tendrils left to frame the face and soften the structure. Make-up stayed in the same understated lane: cheeks carried a subtle flush, lips wore a muted berry shade and eyes were lightly defined with soft liner and lashes that added depth without drama. Highlights in the hair and a luminous, natural base kept the look cohesive, letting the gown’s detailing remain the visual focus. It was a controlled, elegant approach, proving that restraint can still feel intentional and considered on the red carpet.

Grammys 2026 offered a range of beauty expressions that were united by controlled palettes, focus on texture and an emphasis on line and shape over overt colour contrasts. Hair and make-up choices uniformly supported each artist’s sartorial narrative, resulting in looks that felt cohesive and considered rather than purely reactive to trends.

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