Mikey Madison’s standout performance in Anora at the 2025 Critics Choice Awards earned her major recognition, but it was her red-carpet beauty look that really caught the attention of fans and beauty lovers alike. Designed by makeup artist Melissa Hernandez using all Armani Beauty products, Madison’s makeup perfectly complemented her effortlessly elegant style.
In an exclusive interview with Bazaar, Madison revealed her approach to beauty and the inspirations behind her signature red-carpet look. “My makeup artist, Melissa Hernandez, lives by the truth of ‘less is more,’ tailoring the makeup to enhance each person’s unique features,” Madison says. “It’s not about fitting into a mold or following trends.”
Madison’s aesthetic embraces natural beauty with a touch of retro flair. “I’m inspired by looks from the ‘50s and ‘90s,” she explains, adding, “I love pink and brown hues. Monica Bellucci, Bianca Jagger, and vintage film stills from the ‘60s and ‘70s are big influences.” She also credits her mother, who rarely wears makeup, as a key inspiration for her own natural approach to beauty.
As for her must-have beauty product? Blush, of course! “I’m always asking for more,” Madison shares. Her favorite is Armani Beauty’s Luminous Silk Glow Blush in shades Amore (a rosy pink) and In Love (a more neutral, everyday tone). For the Critics Choice Awards, makeup artist Hernandez created a glowing, polished look using a mix of the following products from the Armani Beauty line:
- Luminous Silk Perfect Glow Flawless Oil-Free Foundation
Hernandez applied shades 1.5 and 3 of this iconic foundation, using a damp beauty sponge for a diffused, natural finish. - Luminous Silk Hydrating & Brightening Concealer
To brighten the under-eye area and lift the temples, Hernandez used shade 1.5, blending it seamlessly. - Luminous Silk Hydrating & Brightening Concealer in Shade 8
This deeper shade was used for contouring along the hollows of the cheeks, jawline, and temples. - Luminous Silk Creamy Bronzing Powder in Shade 90
A light dusting of this bronzer gave Madison a sun-kissed glow, applied to the cheekbones, forehead, and nose. - Fluid Sheer Glow Enhancer in Shade 10
For a fresh, bronzed flush, Hernandez tapped this liquid glow enhancer onto Madison’s cheeks, blending it upward toward the temples. - Luminous Silk Acqua Highlighter in Shade 01
A subtle highlighter applied to the high points of the face added a soft, radiant finish. - Eye Tint Long-Lasting Liquid Eyeshadow in Shade 99M
Using a thin eyeliner brush, Hernandez applied this long-lasting liquid eyeshadow along Madison’s upper lash line. - Smooth Silk Eye Pencil in Shade 4
To define the eyes, this smooth pencil was applied to Madison’s waterline for a deep, lasting effect. - Prisma Glass High Shine Lip Gloss in Shade 07
To complete the look, Hernandez applied this high-shine gloss, giving Madison a perfect nude lip.
With her glowing skin, defined eyes, and signature fresh blush, Mikey Madison’s beauty look at the Critics Choice Awards was as unforgettable as her stellar performance in Anora. Whether drawing inspiration from retro icons or her own mother, Madison’s beauty philosophy centers around authenticity and celebrating individuality.
