Kendall Jenner Used This $11 Highlighter Stick to Perfect Her Met Gala Makeup

L'Oréal Paris Lumi Le Glass Stick ($11)

Kendall Jenner complemented her stunning Gap by Zac Posen gown with minimal makeup and a natural glow. Makeup artist Mary Phillips dabbed the highlighter stick "on the high points of her face and down the bridge of her nose for that gorgeous glow-from-within look," she revealed.

L'Oréal Paris Colour Riche Satin Lipstick in 762 Divine Wine ($8)

The perfect pop of color for Zoë Kravitz's black lace Saint Laurent gown? This $8 lipstick find in a sultry deep red "Divine Wine" shade. Applied by celebrity makeup artist Nina Park, the lipstick is formulated with argan oil and Vitamin E for a nourishing, smudge-free finish.

Maybelline Lifter Plump & Glow Foundation with Hyaluronic Acid ($13)

Gigi Hadid looked fresh-faced on the 2026 Met Gala red carpet and her makeup artist Patrick Ta shared some of the secrets behind her gorgeous visage. First on his list? He prepped her skin using this Maybelline foundation in shade 113. The foundation, which includes hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, creates a nourished, glowy base while plumping skin and minimizing the look of wrinkles and fine lines.

Covergirl Eye Enhancers 4-Kit Eyeshadow ($6)

Country-music darling Kelsea Ballerini was the ultimate "covergirl" at the 2025 Grammys ceremony, where the star's makeup artist, Kelsey Deenihan, relied on a full lineup of Covergirl makeup products to build out the musician's glam. Her palettes of choice? The Eye Enhancer 4-Kit Eyeshadow in Country Wood and Natural Nudes.

Maybelline Cloudtopia Cheek & Lip Mousse ($8, originally $10)

Paige DeSorbo stepped out at the 2026 Actor Awards in a full face of Maybelline products, glammed by celebrity makeup artist Taylor Fitzgerald. A standout element of the soft, bronzy look? The brand's Cloudtopia cheek and lip mousse.

I-Envy Mink Impact Everyday Lashes ($11)

Latte makeup has made a triumphant return to the makeup trend cycle, and Marsai Martin's Oscars look is further proof. Celebrity makeup artist Diana Shin used I-Envy lashes in the style 07 to create Martin's "smokey and feline-inspired eyes."

Maybelline Super Stay Teddy Lip Tint ($12)

PS editors and celebrities alike are fans of this long-lasting lip tint; in fact, Miley Cyrus used the lipstick as part of her 2025 Grammys glam. Besides donning a jellyfish haircut, the musician also opted for this gloss as the base of her lip glam — as revealed by Cyrus's makeup artist, James Kaliardos.

For the full product details, check out our review of the Maybelline Stay Teddy Lip Tint.

L'Oreal Paris Infallible 3-Second Setting Spray ($14)

Kendall Jenner showed up to the 2025 Met Gala in a daring, sculptural Torishéju look — but let's talk about that makeup staying perfect all night. Her secret? The L'Oréal Paris Infallible Setting Spray, which her makeup artist, Mary Phillips, swears by for locking everything in without the cakey feel. It kept her skin looking smooth, glowy, and unbothered through every photo and party.

Tilt Beauty The Easy Way Lip Liner ($26)

Sarah Pidgeon's glam for the Vanity Fair Oscars Party was a clear display of '90s minimalist makeup. Celebrity makeup artist Shayna Goldberg used Tilt Beauty's lip liner in the shade "Suede in Manhattan," for that soft, natural warmth. "For me it was all about the lip, a beautiful warm nude buffed into the lips, just over the line, a little kissed off, surrounded by hyper real skin," she explains.

Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Full Coverage Concealer ($32)

Keeping in theme with her vintage Versace gown, Olivia Rodrigo embraced a more retro makeup look, made possible by Lancôme's Tonique Confort Toner, Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation, and this full-coverage concealer in the 260N shade.

For the full product details, read our review of the Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Concealer.

Urban Decay All Nighter Waterproof Makeup Setting Spray ($34)

At the 2025 Grammys, Doechii won big in more ways than one. Besides taking home the Grammy for best rap album, the breakout star also rocked one of the night's best beauty looks. The rapper's makeup artist, Dee Carrion, used several Urban Decay products to achieve her glam, including this setting spray, which helped to keep the star's makeup looking fresh — even during her Grammys performance.

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lipstick ($37)

Lindsay Lohan is known for her signature nude pout, and the look was on full display at the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar party. To complement her custom Balenciaga gown, celebrity makeup artist Ash K Holm chose Charlotte Tilbury's beyond-viral lipstick (one is sold every 4 seconds!) which promises hydrating, lasting lip color for up to 10 hours.

Vaseline's Glazed & Glisten Gel Oil in Golden Hour Glow ($7, originally $9)

"Love Island" breakout star Olandria Carthen brought her natural glow to the 2026 Golden Globes red carpet, with luminescent skin enhanced by her makeup artist Kimora Mulan. Mulan smoothed Vaseline's gel oil on Carthen's décolleté, arms, and legs to add radiance without any greasy residue.

Vaseline Cocoa Shimmer Jelly Stick Cocoa Butter ($9)

You couldn't miss Keke Palmer's radiant glow on the SAG Awards red carpet, the perfect complement to her vintage Chanel Fall 1985 gown and old Hollywood glam makeup look. According to makeup artist Kenya Alexis, you can credit Vaseline's Cocoa Shimmer Stick for some of that shine (the rest is natural, obviously!). Alexis applied the stick to the high points of Palmer's face for a warm, natural shimmer that can easily be recreated at home.

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Invisibly Radiant UV Primer, SPF 30 ($12, originally $14)

Take your cue from Tate McRae at the 2025 VMAs and invest in a primer with SPF. Her makeup artist, Lilly Keys, used Neutrogena's Healthy Skin primer with SPF 30 to protect McRae's skin from UV rays while creating a smooth base for her makeup and enhancing her natural glow.

Aquaphor Ointment Body Spray ($13)

Newly-minted Grammy winner Sabrina Carpenter looked like the belle of the (music?) ball at the 2025 Grammys, where she slipped into a custom, baby blue JW Anderson dress. But it was her complementary glam that really got everyone talking. The star's makeup artist, Carolina Gonzalez, revealed all of the beauty essentials that went into creating Carpenter's "baby angel" look, including this hydrating Aquaphor spray.

Curel Japanese Makeup Cleansing Gel ($18)

Chrissy Teigen's Grammys glam was made possible by an assortment of J-Beauty products — namely this makeup cleansing gel, applied by makeup artist Kristine Studden for the ultimate glow.

Dr. Althea Green Relief Amino Gel Cleanser ($14, originally $16)

Selena Gomez wowed on the red carpet of the 2025 SAG Awards, wearing an off-shoulder custom Celine gown paired with a bold red lip. But her flawless skin is what truly blew us away. Her longtime makeup artist, Hung Vanngo, prepped her skin with products from Dr. Althea's bestselling skincare line, including this cleanser which contains coconut-based and amino acid surfactants to gently clean sensitive skin.

Ilia Base Face Milk Moisturizer ($28)

Ilia Beauty products were a staple in Clairo's pre-Grammys prep, where makeup artist Amber Dreadon mixed the brand's infamous Base Milk with the Skin Rewind Complexion Stick to curate a blendable base for the rest of the star's makeup.

Erborian CC Red Correct Green Color Corrector, Travel Size ($46)

Kylie Jenner made an appearance at the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party on the arm of boyfriend Timothée Chalamet. To keep the focus on her show-stopping Ashi Studio lace dress, she went for simple, radiant makeup look, created by celebrity makeup artist Ariel Tejada. The hero product? The bestselling Erborian's CC cream. The K-beauty staple helps reduce puffiness and create an even-toned complexion.

Tresemmé A-List Collection All-in-One Hair Style Primer Spray ($14)

Emily Blunt's sleek updo was the definition of chic on Met Gala night, and her stylist Laini Reeves used this primer spray on damp hair to prep her look, applying from root to ends. The lightweight formula detangles and smoothes hair without leaving any residue or buildup.

Tangle Teezer The Chrome Ultimate Detangler ($20)

Tate McRae looked radiant on the Met Gala red carpet with a look "inspired by a fallen golden angel-soft, full, and quietly elegant," according to her hairstylist Chad Wood. To help achieve her soft waves, he used this popular hair tool which removes knots with less breakage for smooth, frizz-free hair.

Creme of Nature with Argan Oil Style & Shine Foaming Mousse ($6)

Keke Palmer took centerstage at Essence Festival, performing as part of the "Waiting to Exhale" tribute and speaking on a panel at the Convention Center. To keep frizz at bay in the midst of all that humidity, Palmer's stylist turned to Creme of Nature Argan Oil Style & Shine Foaming Mousse. And she laid the superstar's edges with the bestselling Creme of Nature Perfect Edges Firm Hold Edge Control ($6) to ensure they stayed in place despite the sweltering heat.

Creme of Nature Argan Oil Perfect Edges Firm Hold ($6, originally $7)

Ciara's stunning slicked-back hairstyle at the 2025 VMAs is easier to recreate than you think, according to her hairstylist Davontae Washington. To achieve shine and smoothness, he reached for the Creme of Nature line, specifically their Argan Oil Perfect Edges Firm Hold. After blow drying and sectioning her hair, Washington applied the edge control for a clean, polished hairline that stayed in place all night.

SheaMoisture Edge Control Strong Hold Gel ($8)

Oscars nominee Wunmi Mosaku looked radiant as ever for her first time at the Oscars, thanks to her sparkling Louis Vuitton dress, dewy glam, and baby bump. Her coral reef-inspired hairstyle was also no matter to gloss over, seamlessly executed with SheaMoisture's hero products. Stylist Araxi Lindsey smoothed her hairline with its Jamaican Black castor oil-infused edge gel, as well as the SheaMoisture Kalahari Melon Oil Curl Stretch Multi-Tasking Volume Cream ($15) and SheaMoisture Smooth & Shine Lightweight Hair Oil ($11) to create a luminous, sculpted style.

John Frieda Frizz Ease Secret Weapon Touch-Up Crème ($12)

Charli XCX — aka everyone's favorite party girl — stuck to her signature curls for music's biggest night, with celebrity hairstylist Bryce Scarlett relying on this smoothing creme to tame her hair and keep her curls looking polished.

Toppik FiberHold Spray ($10)

Michael B. Jordan enjoyed his first Oscar win in the most dapper way, in part thanks to Toppik. Celebrity groomer Tasha Reiko Brown created his sharp beard using the brand's staple spray. "Locked in with Toppik Fiberhold Spray for longevity, it keeps the beard looking as perfect on camera as it is in real life," she said.

Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Hydrating Leave In Conditioner ($12, originally $14)

The inspiration for Coco Gauff's updo at the 2025 Oscars? Old Hollywood glam with a modern edge as a nod to her regal custom Miu Miu gown. Dhairius Thomas created the elegant look using Carol's Daughter Leave-In Conditioner to hydrate and soften her curls.

SheaMoisture Silk Press Prep Cream ($11, originally $14)

For her Vanity Fair Oscars Party debut, Carthen donned a vintage glamour updo to go with her angelic, white gown. The secret to her soft, sculpted 'do? SheaMoisture. Celebrity hairstylist Ashanti Lation used the brand "silk press in a bottle" cream to smooth her hair before blow-drying. "I wanted something that felt effortlessly glamorous with a touch of old-Hollywood romance," Lation says. "We created soft, sculpted curls and pinned them into a voluminous updo, leaving delicate tendrils to frame her face."

She also used the SheaMoisture Strengthen & Smooth Bonding Oil ($11, originally $13) for a glossy finish.

Nexxus Medium Hair Mousse ($17, originally $18)

Sarah Pidgeon styled her Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy -inspired blond hair in a loose, low knot with a few strands left in the front to perfectly frame her face — done by celebrity hairstylist David von Cannon. He used Nexxus's hair mousse on her damp hair to build natural movement and create a similar silhouette of Pidgeon's dusty pink Balenciaga gown. "The dress inspired everything, clean up top, then all that gathering happening low — I wanted the hair to live in that same silhouette," he said.

L'Oréal Paris Le Color One Step Toning Hair Gloss ($14, originally $16)

Tate McRae's classy glam for the 2026 Grammys red carpet was effortlessly enhanced by celebrity colorist Matt Rez. He used L'Oréal's hair gloss in the shade, "honey blonde," seamlessly toning the singer's level 8.5 ribbon highlights.

Tangle Teezer The Ultimate Detangler Hairbrush ($18)

Arriving at the 2025 Met Gala in a jaw-dropping Michael Kors gown with a sweetheart neckline and thigh-high slit, Megan Thee Stallion definitely brought the drama. To keep her curls looking flawless all night, her stylist, Kellon Deryck, used the Tangle Teezer Ultimate Detangler which kept her hair smooth and perfectly in tact. Yes, even in the rain.

Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil ($32)

Willow Smith leaned into her hair's natural texture at the 2025 Grammys, working with celebrity hairstylist Vernon Francois to style a chic, middle-part Afro. Francois revealed that Olaplex's cult-favorite bonding oil was key in prepping the musician's hair and scalp for the event. For the full product details, read our review of the Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil.

Editor Quote: "After I apply this oil, my hair immediately absorbs it. I can layer on as much as I need to without worrying about it weighing down my layers. I love that I can add it to my hair when it's damp for heat protection and then work it through the ends and the layers around my face once it's dry. The buildable formula is easy to use without worrying about overdoing it, so I usually apply a little every day in between washes. I'm still surprised by how soft my curls feel after applying it." — Angela Elias, former contributing shopping editor

Amika Plus Size Volume & Body Mousse ($32)

Barbie Ferreira's old-Hollywood waves were created by Clay Hawkins, using Amika's products. A highlight is the brand's body mousse for volume and structure. He also used the Amika Soulstruck Nourishing Dry Hair Mask ($32) for long-lasting shine.

Amika Superfruit Star Lightweight Hair Styling Oil ($32)

Chairman of the Pink Pony Club Chappell Roan made her Grammys debut with a look that was one for the ages. The star let her curls loose for the event, with celebrity hairstylist Dom Forletta using this styling oil to infuse more drama and volume into her hairstyle.

ghd Ceramic Vented Round Brush ($35)

Hairstylist Ursula Stephen turned Zendaya's new "bixie" haircut into a romantic blow-out, thanks to one star product — ghd's round brush. "We've been wearing this cut in her natural texture but thought tonight was the perfect time for a more polished look," she said.

Emi Jay Heavenly Hair Milk™ Vanilla Leave-In Conditioner Hair Serum ($40)

Hailey Bieber's long bob looked flowy as ever at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party. The key to her look? Emi Jay's hair milk that's perfect for body, softness and heat protection.

— Additional reporting by Kyley Warren, Haley Lyndes, and Naomi Parris