If the past few months have proven anything, it’s that male celebrity beauty is no longer about playing it safe. For what seems like forever, the template had long been shaped by varied takes on the leading man archetype—centred on the almost-routine polished mane, neatened grooming and all your usual public appearance cues. And yes, it’s not without merit—as demonstrated by Zayn Malik’s infamous hair strand moment at the 2014 American Music Awards, which perfected the formula down to a T and set the standard ever since.
And now, as we’ve gotten to relish a myriad of boundary-pushing beauty moments from our favourite starlets, it seems their male counterparts are also moving along the same trajectory. Across hair, skin and even nails, pop culture’s most esteemed have stepped up to the plate. Consider Alton Mason’s sultry allure, bearing the kind of idyllic, gleaming skin that only our most lavish summer-attuned daydreams could conjure. At Paris Fashion Week, Stray Kids’ Hyunjin put his best—and most sleek—foot forward, letting his angular mane drape to his shoulders. And of course, our red carpet attendees came dressed—and glammed up—to the nines. From Ryan Coogler’s breathtaking blues-inspired cornrows to Hudson Williams’ skin-first vision, it’s safe to say no stone was left unturned.
Below, spy Vogue Singapore’s curation for the most arresting male celebrity beauty moments.
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Ryan Coogler
At the Oscars, Ryan Coogler paid a purposeful nod to Sinners, opting to weave in a blues guitar and treble clef throughout his cornrows—courtesy of Tyzanna B, the renowned filmmaker’s go-to hairstylist.
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Hudson Williams
In another Oscars standout, Heated Rivalry star Hudson Williams’ skin-first moment proved the power of good prep—with Enhanse skincare in play while his damp-styled hair adds to the dewiness of it all.
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Jeff Satur
With subtly defined eyes, a barely-there flush and oh so luminous skin, Jeff Satur pulls off a look steeped in romanticism. His tousled layers, extending to his nape, make for an effortless complement.
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Alton Mason
As expected, Alton Mason dials up the luminosity, letting the light catch across his complexion while a plunging neckline does its part.
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The8 of SEVENTEEN
SEVENTEEN’s The8 is no stranger to an experimental manicure. Upon closer inspection, his talons reveal a distressed texture polish that firmly earns a place in the mental archive.
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Paul Anthony Kelly
Fresh off Love Story, Paul Anthony Kelly carries the same suave through as his espresso curls tether the line perfectly between restraint and ease, crafted by hairstylist Ramsell.
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Ryan Gosling
At the Project Hail Mary Paris premiere, Ryan Gosling reminds us why the classics endure. His dirty blonde tresses sit in loose, piecey waves—an enduring contrast to the pinstripes. Dolce & Gabbana, naturally.
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Hyunjin of Stray Kids
Hyunjin leans straight into model-off-duty territory at Paris Fashion Week. His slicked-back lengths and skin sculpted to perfection are front row-worthy without a doubt.
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Wooyoung of ATEEZ
Who knew a cherry-tinted palette could look this good? Wooyoung wears his claret locks down, anchoring our gaze straight to a moody blush across the mid face.
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Krit Amnuaydechkorn
Call it a softer turn. On Krit Amnuaydechkorn, endearingly known as PP Krit, a soft scatter of freckles dusted across his visage paired with feathery lengths paint a fresh-faced finish that’s definitely worth bookmarking.
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Jacob Elordi
The modern mullet has never looked better. The shaggy ‘do—left loose at the ends—has been all the rage this awards season, rightly so. The Wuthering Heights actor takes it up a notch, scruffy stache and all.
