We’ve seen the beauty realm evolve in a multitude of ways over the past decade. Long gone are the days when celebrity beauty ops would be dedicated solely to the red carpet with techniques used often obscured from the public eye. We’ve fast moved on to an aspirational age of social media: how-to tutorials by the professional artists themselves, established content creators sharing their own cosmetic hacks and even full-face routines by some of the biggest A-listers. And we’ve all emerged the better for it.
It’s undeniable—the likes of Instagram and TikTok have given us all a space for unabashed self-expression. And for some, an artfully made-up mien or a customised change of talons are the perfect canvases to do so. Pop culture has had significant influence in the sphere. Experimentation is abound, with novice creators and popular personalities alike attempting to ace a make-up look that is all the rage or share a thematic one-off look for others to recreate.
Then begs the question: how do we sieve out the best of all? Make-up trends surely begin somewhere, and learning from our seasoned celebrities is never a bad place to start if you’re feeling overwhelmed. Vogue Singapore might be of help to you on that front—with our monthly curation of captivating beauty moments, courtesy of our favourite faces from Hollywood, the K-pop scene and more, just for that fresh jazz of inspiration.
For the last month of 2025, what ruled the roost? Plenty of holiday glam took over, from the wintry shimmers on Katseye’s Yoonchae to the sultry, bronzy tones on Sadie Sink. Meanwhile, it was one for Emily in Paris star Lily Collins, who complemented her chic bob with a statement red lip throughout the press tour of Season 5. Piecey hairdos seem to be making a comeback too, with Angèle and Jennie both opting for the hairstyle at the Chanel show in New York and the MMA Awards 2025 respectively.
With that, behold the best beauty moments from December 2025 below.
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Kylie Jenner
For Christmas Eve, Kylie Jenner opted for glamour that reads almost doll-like. Brought to life by none other than MUA Ariel Tejada, exaggerated lashes sit front and centre on top of a luscious matte base. Her lengths, worked into an impressive braided sculpt, perfectly plays into the evocative toy-box finish.
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Jennie Kim
At the MMA Awards 2025, Jennie’s minimal beat was a perfect complement to her corseted gown from Georges Hobeika, and was given an elegant, quiet allure with a piecey up do that only served to frame her genteel mien.
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Sadie Sink
Bvlgari did the most for the holiday season with Sadie Sink. Amid a happening season for the Stranger Things actor, the brand ambassador’s spunky attitude shone through in a recent campaign. Where magenta hues were smeared on her lids and pout, whilst her mane was zhuzhed up in voluminous curls.
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Angèle
It was Chanel, in New York. That was the scene where French singer-songwriter dialled up the shimmers; as coppery tones framed her peepers, she opted for a brick red hue on her lips. Meanwhile, her usual bob was magically sculpted into a do framed by a lengthy side fringe.
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Skai Jackson
Turning heads at The Housemaid movie premiere, Skai Jackson emulates vintage allure with a warm nude-led palette. A well-defined lip, delectably toasty eyes and the addition of a solitary kiss curl—courtesy of celebrity hairstylist Ashanti Lation—does wonders in effortlessly channeling classic Hollywood.
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Rosy Zhao
Once again, Zhao Lusi was the talk of the town after walking away triumphant from the Tencent Video All Star Night awards with the Most Influential Artist of the Year award. It’s been a trying few years for the Chinese star, but her regal look for the night—a slick, sculpted bun as well as subtle touches of eyeshadow—was even more impressive when everyone found out that she had done it all on her own.
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Yerin Ha
As we await Bridgerton’s swift arrival on our screens once more, this look offers just enough Regency tinge to keep us content. For Yerin Ha’s London press duties, Naoko Scintu opts for make-up that undoubtedly feels skin-first. An impeccable natural-looking rosy flush pairs beautifully with a pared-back rosy pout, perfectly suited to a promenade.
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Lily Collins
Much like her bob, Lily Collins dons this stunning look that reads equally sleek at the Emily in Paris Season 5 premiere. A dusty red pucker, brushed up brows and a crisp liner work in harmony to lend a finish that feels fluent in Parisian.
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Anok Yai
Make-up artist Ngozi Edeme left no stone unturned on the shimmer front for Anok Yai’s appearance at The Fashion Awards 2025. An intricately-placed wash of radiance along her decolletage and mien take the cake, whilst accompanying angular smoky lids add a sultry feline effect.
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Raye
If Raye’s music lives on heavy rotation on our playlists, her beauty moments definitely don’t fall far behind. With her aesthetic long leaning retro, it comes as no surprise that her look for The Fashion Awards plays on her signature vintage glamour. Crafted by hairstylist Alex Price, her curls shape into a voluminous bouncy silhouette that we’ve come to recognise instantly.
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Yoonchae of Katseye
Yoonchae served a dollop of festive glamour in shimmery holographic hues, rosy pink cheeks and a glossy lip—perfect for the season.
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Georgina Rodriguez
At this year’s Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai, Georgina Rodriguez exhibited an immaculate after-dark glam in full throttle. While her embellished ALAÏA gown sets the tone from the outset, a juiced-up glossy pout and smouldering lids coated in an ivory shimmer seamlessly amount to beauty built for the night.
