LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 27: Megan Thee Stallion attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Thea...
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Beauty

The Best Beauty Moments From The 2021 BET Awards

Over-the-top glamour was the unspoken theme.

by Sam Neibart

Award shows are back — and so is full-on, unapologetic glam. At the 2021 BET Awards on Sunday, bold natural curls, classic cat eyes, thick lashes, and extra-long extensions ruled the day. Here, check out the best, show-stopping beauty looks from the event.

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H.E.R.

H.E.R. wears emerald green eyeshadow behind her signature sunglasses and her hair in long, loose waves.

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Ciara

With a tousled blonde lob, a simple smoky eye, and shiny beige lips, Ciara exudes sex appeal.

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Mereba

Mereba channels Medusa with intricate, gravity-defying braids and a subtle cat eye.

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Ebony Obsidian

Betty Paige pin-up bangs get a cool update with natural texture and a voluminous ponytail.

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Chloe Bailey

Chloe Bailey wears her locs in a flirty updo and plays up her eyes with full, fluttery lashes.

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Marsai Martin

Marsai Martin brings the old Hollywood glamour in a sleek side part and a sultry cat eye.

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Sevyn Streeter

Sevyn Streeter takes on a triumvirate of ’90s trends: frosty eye shadow, an embellished headscarf, and curled-under ends.

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Jennifer Hudson

Natural curls and bangs complement Jeninifer Hudson’s understated glam.

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Latto

Latto looks like a lilac-haired Jessica Rabbit with soft curls (and elbow length gloves).

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Anrda Day

Andra Day goes for some extra sparkle with a smattering of crystals at her hairline.

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Saweetie

Saweetie looks powerful in a blonde ballerina bun, dramatic brows, and embellished nails.

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Ashanti

Ashanti’s Rapunzel-esque ponytail requires a full-length photo to take in the full effect.

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Flo Milli

A center part and waist-length extensions lend the necessary drama to Flo Milli’s look.

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Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson also got the memo about a center part and thigh-skimming tresses.

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Summer Walker

Three is officially a trend. Summer Walker also opts for the ultra-long hair look.

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Issa Rae

A sweet high pony and sophisticated makeup center the attention on Issa Rae’s killer smile.

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Megan Thee Stallion

Megan Thee Stallion looks sharp with high-gloss, center-parted hair, brown lip liner, and a negative space cat eye.