The Best Grammy Red Carpet Beauty Hacks We’ve Picked Up Over the Years

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The Best Grammy Red Carpet Beauty Hacks We've Picked Up Over the Years

The 2019 Grammy Awards are only a few days away and we could hardly wait. So to curb our Grammy excitement we took a look back at the some of the best beauty looks over the years, from Grace Jones’ metallic makeup in 1983 to Beyonce’s chic curly bob in 2014. But along with these stunning looks we discovered a few beauty hacks the pros shared with Us after the stars walked the red carpet. It’s no secret that it takes a lot of work and a good glam squad to get celebs red-carpet ready. And while it’s always good to know how to recreate a braid or achieve an A-list worthy smokey eye, there are some tips pros share that go above and beyond the rest. Case in point: Makeup artist Sir John created Beyonce’s full nude lips at the 2017 Grammy’s by applying one lip shade all over then a bit of a darker shade on the outer corners to it look extra pouty. For lived-in waves like Amber Heard's at the 2016 Grammy’s, use a dry shampoo instead of a hairspray after bending strands into an S. Music legend and beauty icon Alicia Keys will be hosting the awards show on Sunday, February 10. The lineup is filled with lots of killer female performers which means we won't only get to see some awesome performances, but there will also be some great beauty looks to save to our inspo files. Among others, singers like Lady Gaga, Kacey Musgraves, Brandi Carlile, Camila Cabello, Miley Cyrus and Janelle Monáe are all lined up to sing. We can only imagine the sort of tips their glam squads will use to keep their looks in tact for a long night of speeches and performances. But until then we rounded up 17 of our favorite beauty tricks glam-squad members have shared over the years. So from Adele’s flawless complexion to Rihanna’s secret way she boosted her low-key look without using makeup, check out the best beauty hacks of Grammy awards past.

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The Best Grammy Red Carpet Beauty Hacks We've Picked Up Over the Years

The 2019 Grammy Awards are only a few days away and we could hardly wait. So to curb our Grammy excitement we took a look back at the some of the best beauty looks over the years, from Grace Jones’ metallic makeup in 1983 to Beyonce’s chic curly bob in 2014. But along with these stunning looks we discovered a few beauty hacks the pros shared with Us after the stars walked the red carpet. It’s no secret that it takes a lot of work and a good glam squad to get celebs red-carpet ready. And while it’s always good to know how to recreate a braid or achieve an A-list worthy smokey eye, there are some tips pros share that go above and beyond the rest. Case in point: Makeup artist Sir John created Beyonce’s full nude lips at the 2017 Grammy’s by applying one lip shade all over then a bit of a darker shade on the outer corners to it look extra pouty. For lived-in waves like Amber Heard's at the 2016 Grammy’s, use a dry shampoo instead of a hairspray after bending strands into an S. Music legend and beauty icon Alicia Keys will be hosting the awards show on Sunday, February 10. The lineup is filled with lots of killer female performers which means we won't only get to see some awesome performances, but there will also be some great beauty looks to save to our inspo files. Among others, singers like Lady Gaga, Kacey Musgraves, Brandi Carlile, Camila Cabello, Miley Cyrus and Janelle Monáe are all lined up to sing. We can only imagine the sort of tips their glam squads will use to keep their looks in tact for a long night of speeches and performances. But until then we rounded up 17 of our favorite beauty tricks glam-squad members have shared over the years. So from Adele’s flawless complexion to Rihanna’s secret way she boosted her low-key look without using makeup, check out the best beauty hacks of Grammy awards past.

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Rita Ora's Natural Complexion

For a complexion as natural-looking and stunning as Ora's at the 2018 Grammy Awards makeup artist Kathy Jeung has a little trick. First she mixed the foundation (Rimmel London Lasting Finish 25HR Foundation) with a touch of highlighter (Rimmel London Good to Glow Highlighter) and brushed on with a flat foundation brush in large strokes. Then she went over it all with a damp sponge to further blend. 

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Hailee Steinfeld's Loose Waves

The Bumblebee actress' waves at the 2018 Grammys might have looked effortless, but they certainly were not. For loose hold that lasts hairstylist Gregory Russell lightly misted John Frieda Luxurious Volume Forever Full Hairspray onto the section then brushed through before waving with a 1.5 inch flat iron. 

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Tori Kelly’s Stay-Put Curl Tip

Kelly showed off her natural curly texture at the 2017 awards. The key to showing off your curls in the same way: haristylist Nikki Providence clipped the singer’s curls into place throughout the hairlinge after creating a deep part, and set the style with a diffuser.

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Adele’s Glowifier

Adele looked positively radiant at the 2016 Grammy Awards thanks to a blend of two foundations. Makeup artist Michael Ashton gave the singer her perfect, yet ethereal glow by applying Giorgio Armani Maestro Glow Foundation mixed with Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Stick. 

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Rihanna's Over-The-Top Element

In 2015, Rihanna kept her hair, beauty and outfit simple. Instead, she rocked $1 million worth of Harry Kotlar diamonds. In other words, when in doubt, pump up the jewels. 

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Rita Ora’s Face-Flattering Go-To 

Ora rocked a beauty look that didn’t have a lot of color to the 2014 Grammys, but makeup artist, Kathy Jeung kept the look interesting by giving her a structured and defined brow. 

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Ariana Grande’s Eye-Makeup Must

To give the Pop Princess her come-hither gaze, makeup Artist Carlene K made sure Grande’s shadow was uber pigmented. How? She applied Stila Stay All-Day Eyeshadow in Desert Sunset with a damp brush.

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Miranda Lambert’s Glossy Shortcut 

Lambert rocked gorgeous curls to the 2013 Grammy’s that had an almost reflective shine. The secret? Moroccanoil Shimmer Spray. 

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Demi’s Natural Mermaid Move

Demi went fell-on mermaid to the 2017 Grammys by wearing her waist-length hair in beachy and very natural waves. Her look, however, wasn’t just the work of sun and sand — it’s mousse. Celebrity hairstylist Clyde Haygood applied John Frieda mousse for that ‘“fresh off the beach” texture and then let Lovato’s hair air-dry. Then he wrapped pieces around a ¾ inch iron and then pulled them straight to relax the wave for some of the best beach texture we’ve seen in a minute. 

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Ciara’s Updo Safe-Guard 

Ciara rocked a perfectly undone ‘do to the 2016 awards. The key to keeping her loosely swept back strands looking effortless? Sealing it all in with MIzani Humidity Resistant Mist. 

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Beyonce’s Full-Lip Faker

Sir John used a mega trick to enhance Queen B’s already full pout at the 2017 Grammy Awards by applying one shade of lipstick all over the lip, and then a slightly darker shade to the outer corners and sides of the lip for the appearance of a poutier pout. 

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Justin Beiber’s Complexion Booster

When in doubt, mask. Beber prepped for the 2016 Grammys with a little self-care involving Talika Bio Enzyme Hydrating Mask.

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Taylor Swift’s Foundation Trick

The key to keeping Swift’s foundation looking fresh and not cakey at the 2012 ceremony was all in the application. Makeup Artist Lorrie Turk used a damp sponge to apply CoverGirl foundation and ensure that it wasn’t too heavy.

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Bella Hadid’s 'Do Sleekifier

Hadid’s debut at the Grammys was marked by slicked straight shiny hair that didn’t have a single flyaway. How? Stylist Mark Townsend kept baby hairs at bay by coating a mascara wand with Oribe Rock Hard Gel and gently brushed each section of hair down so that it laid perfectly. 

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Adele’s Classic Nails Move

Want a nail look that will never date or go out of style? Make like Adele’s nude talons at the 2017 ceremony. Kimmy Kyees shaped the singer’s nails into an almond shape to keep her look timeless.

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Chrissy Teigen’s Shine Maximizer

The key to giving Chrissy’s bright blond wave’s their high gloss shine came down to a few spritzes of oil. Celebrity Hairstylist Giannandrea spritzed the Lip Sync Battle host's locks with Macademia Professional Nourishing Moisture Oil Spray. 

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Amber Heard’s Strategy for Lived-In Waves

Heard rocked cool-girl vibes at the 2016 Grammy Awards complete with a bold red lip and rock-n-roll texture. Want to nail this look? Once you’ve put S bends in your hair with an iron, give your strands a heavy dose of dry shampoo for a mussed and lived-in texture .