As a British beauty editor, few things make me happier than when awards season pays a visit to UK shores—and last night it was the BAFTAs 2023. Celebrities took to the red carpet to celebrate the best in film, and while I was fully invested in who was taking home trophies, I was mainly concerning myself with the BAFTA 2023 beauty looks.
And I can confirm there was no disappointment on my part. You see, typically, I find that UK award ceremonies just don't deliver in the same way they do when they're Hollywood-based (the GRAMMYs, for example, delivered this year, as did the Golden Globes)—and I really hate to admit that. But last night, the BAFTAs proved me very wrong.
The BAFTA 2023 red carpet served some serious old-school glamour and I. am. here. for. it. From Florence Pugh's winged liner and Jodie Turner-Smith's face gems to Anya Taylor-Joy's glowing cheeks and the Princess of Wales's impressive non-tour (that's the buzzword for barely-there contouring, FYI), I'm still sort of in awe of it all.
And while I know the BAFTA 2023 beauty looks really speak for themselves, I also know they can raise a whole load of questions, mainly: What products were used to do that? So, as always, I spent the evening furiously searching Instagram to find out exactly what beauty products were used on the celebs at the BAFTAs.
So, without any further rambling from me, here's all of the best BAFTA 2023 beauty looks, and some of the products that were used to create them (as and when I find out).
1. Jodie Turner-Smith
The winner of the night on the make-up front is Jodie Turner-Smith. It's Blitz kid meets red carpet, with a surprisingly wearable twist—I can't get enough.
Her make-up was created by make-up artist Joey Choy using Charlotte Tilbury products. In an Instagram story, she shared an image of Beautiful Skin Sun-Kissed Glow Bronzer, Pillow Talk Lip & Cheek Glow, Hollywood Glow Glide Face Architect Highlighter and an array of Lip Cheat Lip Liners.
Shop Jodie Turner-Smith's BAFTA 2023 beauty look
2. Florence Pugh
Oh Miss Flo, you've done it again. I've never met a Florence Pugh beauty look I didn't like, and this spiky bun and micro-fringe hair look is giving. I'm also a huge fan of the subtle winged liner—brava.
Florence's make-up was created by her long-time MUA, Alex Babsky and her hair look came courtesy of Peter Lux.
3. Catherine, Princess of Wales
Decoding Kate Middleton's beauty looks over the years has by far been one of my favourite things to do, and now she's Catherine, Princess of Wales, I'm even more invested. The smokey eye and bouncy blow-out combo is her red-carpet go-to, but I'm very interested in the draped blushed and subtle contouring here. In fact, I'm going to give it a go myself ASAP.
4. Anya Taylor-Joy
There's no beauty look that Anya Taylor-Joy can't pull off. The beauty in this make-up look is the way everything is so polished, but the overall vibe still manages to look a bit gothic.
Anya's beauty look was created by hair stylist Gregory Russell and make-up artist Valeria Ferriera—I'm hoping details will follow soon.
5. Angela Bassett
I'm putting it out there: this is one of my favourite Angela Bassett looks to date. The smokey eye, the glowing cheeks, the nude, glossed lip— it's *chef's kiss*.
Her hairstylist for the night was Randy Stodghill, and her make-up artist was D'Andre Michael.
6. Lily James
I managed to get a quick catch up in with Charlotte Tilbury make-up artist, Sofia Tilbury, earlier this week backstage at London Fashion Week, and she gave me a head's up that Lily's look was set to be a stunner—and she wasn't wrong. The shimmering eye and flushed cheeks screams old-school glamour. Oh, and I'm adding this slicked-back bun to my hair inspo board.
Charlotte Tilbury has shared all of the products used for her look—and there was a lot. Most notably though: Charlotte's Beautiful Skin Foundation, Matte Beauty Blush Wand in Pillow Talk, The Classic eyeliner and Tinted Love in Blushed Rose.
Shop Lily James's BAFTA 2023 beauty look
7. Hoyeon Jung
I'm a bit of a broken record when it comes to my love for Hoyeon Jung's red-carpet looks—they're elite. I'm obsessed with the super-sleek, side-parted hair, and that satin red lip is executed to perfection.
Her make-up artist was Nina Park, and her hairstylist was Bryce Scarlett. Park used an array of Lancôme products to create the look, including: Teint Idole Ultra Wear All Over Concealer and L’Absolu Rouge Drama Ink in 154 Dis Oui.
Shop Hoyeon Jung's BAFTA 2023 beauty look
8. Emma Thompson
Few things make me happier than seeing Emma Thompson's face on a red carpet. She makes a red lip and blush pairing look totally effortless.
9. Naomi Ackie
I think Naomi Ackie's smokey eye is my favourite of the night (and there's been a lot). The diffused grey shadow and super-long lashes are a match made in make-up heaven. And the side-parted pony? Magnificent.
Her make-up was created by artist Kenneth Soh using Charlotte Tilbury, while her hair was styled by Kevin Fortune. According to a Reel posted by Charlotte Tilbury on Instagram, Soh used Instant Eye Palette, Look of Love Lipstick and Hollywood Glow Glide Face Architect Highlighter.
Shop Naomi Ackie's BAFTA 2023 beauty look
10. Nicola Coughlan
If you're asking me, no Nicola Coughlan beauty look is complete without a razor-sharp, winged liner—and this proves it. Teamed with Bardot-style bangs, this whole moment showcases retro-inspired beauty in 2023 at its finest.
Nicola's make-up was created by Neil Young, using Lancôme products, including the two stand-out products below.