Skip to main contentSkip to footer

12 best red carpet beauty trends to try in 2018

Take a look at the top beauty looks this season

angelina jolie critics choice
Sophie Hamilton
Parenting Editor
Share this:
margot robbie critics choice© Photo: Getty Images

The year has kicked off with some stunning beauty trends, from statement eyeliner to bright lipsticks. A-list stars showed off the latest looks on the red carpets at the Golden Globes and the Critics' Choice Awards, with fans quickly discussing their flawless make-up on social media.

Key beauty trends from 2017 have carried over into with 2018, with the natural look still making a big impact with the odd splash of colour.

Here we see actress Margot Robbie showing how to carry off the year's key trend of bold, black eyeliner. The actress rocked the statement look, which stood out beside her clear complexions and nude lips.

Click through the photo gallery to see the top 12 red carpet make-up crazes of the year so far…

claire foy© Photo: Rex

Slicked back hair

Claire Foy's elegant hairstyle was the talk of the Golden Globes this year. Her slicked back look is popping up all over the red carpet, with stars trying the style on both long and short hair.

Saoirse ronan critics choice© Photo: Getty Images

Cherry-red lips

Bright lips are a big trend this year, with all shades of red seen on red carpets at recent awards ceremonies. Here Saoirse Ronan shows how to wear a dark, cherry colour. We love how the deep shade complements her fair skin.

Emily Ratajkowski© Photo: Rex

Neon eyes

Wow! Model Emily Ratajkowski looled fabulous sporting a bright red eyeshadow at the Golden Globes. Neon eyes are a popular look for this season.

amber valletta© Photo: Rex

Shimmery eyeshadow

It's goodbye smoky eyes and hello light shimmer! One key look for this year is the barely-there eyeshadow, as seen on model Amber Valletta at the Stella McCartney presentation.

diane kruger© Photo: Getty Images

The perfect bushy brow

Well-defined bushy brows are still the look of the moment with A-listers. Actress Diane Kruger nailed the perfect brow at this year's Golden Globes, showing how to do a neatly groomed full brow.

emma watson© Photo: Getty Images

The pixie fringe

Emma Watson looked edgy and cool at the Golden Globes. Her cute pixie fringe is a fun trend of the season and she carries it off beautifully.

jamie chung© Photo: Rex

Funky earrings

Many stars showed off their quirky earrings on the red carpet in January. Multi-piercings in the same ear are making a comeback, as seen here on actress Jamie Chung.

kate hudson© Photo: Rex

The nude lip

It's either red lips or nude lips this season! Actress Kate Hudson showed how to rock the nude lip at the Stella McCartney presentation in LA in January.

kerry washington© Photo: Getty Images

Lilac liner

If you want to liven up your eyes, how about a spot of coloured liner? Kerry Washington worked the lilac liner look at this year's Golden Globes.

penelope cruz© Photo: Rex

Bronzed cheeks

Penelope Cruz looked amazing on the red carpet in January. The actress defined her cheekbones with a sweep of bronzer to achieve a glamorous, sun-kissed look.

reese witherspoon© Photo: Getty Images

Luscious lashes

Lashes are another huge trend for 2018, with stars going all out for that long lash effect. Reese Witherspoon was just one of a host of high-profile ladies who wowed with this beauty trick.

More Beauty

See more