Top 10 times Lupita Nyong'o gave us major hair envy

Julie Delahaye
December 9, 2015
Lupita Nyong'o in four different photos with various hairstyles and makeup looks.

Whether she's rocking an edgy mohawk or sweeping her tresses back into an elegant top knot, Lupita Nyong'o continues to give us major beauty inspiration with her gorgeous hairstyles.

We take a look at some of her best ones here - click through for the full list...

Lupita Nyong'o smiling, wearing a blue sleeveless top and silver earrings.© Photo: Getty Images

We loved Lupita's glossy afro at a photocall in Mexico City for Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Letting her gorgeous hair steal the show, the actress paired the look with a slick of lipgloss and shimmering eyeshadow for a glamorous finish.

Lupita Nyong'o smiling at the camera, wearing a black textured top.© Photo: Getty Images

The 32-year-old showed off her edgy side with her black tresses styled into a cool mohawk for the launch of Star Wars 'Force 4 Fashion'.

Lupita Nyong'o smiling, wearing a black leather jacket and yellow top.© Photo: Getty Images

Lupita showed off her beauty credentials when she stepped out with her curly hair worn in an effortlessly cool undercut for an on-trend and showstopping look.

Lupita Nyong'o smiling with braided hair, wearing a green top and earrings.© Photo: Getty Images

Giving us major party hair inspiration, the actress channelled a Grecian goddess with this stunning halo braid – and we're also big fans of the hint of pink eyeliner for a bold finish.

Lupita Nyong'o in a red dress with curly hair, smiling at an event.© Photo: Getty Images

Lots of volume paired with subtle plaiting makes this one of our favourite styles from the 12 Years A Slave star.

Lupita Nyong'o smiling, wearing a white dress and red bow in her hair.© Photo: Getty Images

If you want to try a statement headband like the one Lupita wore at New York Fashion Week, follow in Lupita's footsteps and keep the rest of your make-up simple to let your tresses really stand out.

Lupita Nyong'o smiling, wearing a green and white striped tank top.© Photo: Getty Images

The Star Wars actress was as radiant as ever at the D23 Expo with her hair worn in a striking curly afro.

Lupita Nyong'o smiling in a black sequined dress and updo hairstyle.© Photo: Rex

Lupita showed us all how to take the topknot from day to night as she headed to a Lancôme event during Paris Fashion Week.

Lupita Nyong'o in a red dress with a black headband, smiling in front of green foliage.© Photo: Getty Images

The Mexican-Kenyan beauty had us reaching for our headbands when she stepped out with this gorgeous swept back look, paired with glitter eyeshadow for ultimate daytime glamour.

Lupita Nyong'o in a green floral dress with purple lipstick at an event.© Photo: Getty Images

Firmly establishing herself as a beauty icon, Lupita was dazzling at the Cannes Film Festival with her gorgeous large bun held in place with an embellished hairpiece – and we loved the bold finish with her pink lipstick.

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