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=== Look 1: Classic Red Carpet Glam (Timeless Red Lip & Winged Liner) ===
This look channels Gaga’s more traditional Hollywood-inspired moments – think the '''bold red lip and clean winged eyeliner''' she sported at events like the Super Bowl halftime show and many award ceremonies. It’s glamorous yet relatively wearable.

# '''Prep and Base:''' Start with well-prepped skin (clean, moisturized, and primed). Apply a medium coverage foundation and concealer as needed to achieve a '''flawless, luminous base'''. Gaga’s red-carpet skin is glowy but not oily (Lady Gaga’s Makeup Artist Sarah Tanno on Iconic Looks | ELLE), so opt for a foundation with a slight dewy finish. Blend it out thoroughly (use a brush then a damp sponge to press it in for an airbrushed effect – a trick Tanno recommends for a skin-like finish (Lady Gaga’s Makeup Artist Shares Her Best Over-40 Makeup Tips - NewBeauty)). Set lightly with translucent powder, focusing on areas that tend to crease or get oily, but don’t totally mattify – you want skin to have a natural sheen.
# '''Eyes – Winged Liner:'''  The eyes on this look are defined but not overdone. Sweep a neutral beige or soft taupe eyeshadow in the crease to create subtle depth (nothing too smoky, just a light shadow). The star is the '''winged eyeliner'''. Gaga often does a classic black wing that lifts her eyes. To achieve this, a pro tip is to sketch the wing shape first with a pencil liner (Lady Gaga’s Makeup Artist Sarah Tanno on Iconic Looks | ELLE) – look straight in the mirror and mark the endpoint of your wing, then connect it to your lash line, creating an outline. Once you’re satisfied that both eyes are even, go over it with a '''liquid eyeliner''' for that crisp, opaque line. Start thin at the inner corner and build thickness toward the outer wing. Gaga’s wings typically extend outward for a cat-eye effect, but not too exaggerated for her classic glam; aim for a flick that elongates your eye shape. Allow it to dry and clean up any edges with a bit of concealer on a brush if needed. '''Tightline''' the upper waterline with black to make the lash base look full. On the lower waterline, Gaga has a special trick: use a '''white or nude eyeliner''' to line the inner rim (Lady Gaga's Bold 2023 Oscars Makeup Look: Lady Gaga Oscars Beauty). She often does this on the red carpet to make her eyes appear larger and brighter (a technique Marilyn Monroe also used, which suits Gaga’s retro glam inspirations) (Lady Gaga Wore Bright White Eyeliner & Looked So Refreshed) (Lady Gaga Wore Bright White Eyeliner & Looked So Refreshed).
# '''Lashes & Brows:''' Curl your lashes and apply a '''volumizing mascara''' generously to top and bottom lashes. Wiggle at the base and comb upward to avoid clumps. You can add a short strip lash or individual false lashes to the outer corners for extra flutter – Gaga’s lashes are often thick and flared. Keep brows groomed and defined but not too heavy; fill in sparse areas with a brow pencil or powder. In Gaga’s classic looks, her brows usually have a nice arch and frame the face without stealing focus from the liner and lips.
# '''Bold Red Lips:''' The centerpiece is the '''red lip'''. For a long-lasting, rich red like Gaga’s, layering is key. First, ensure your lips are smooth and hydrated – Tanno prepped Gaga’s lips with balm as a first step (This Is Lady Gaga's Exact Red-Lip Combo from Her Super Bowl Performance   | SELF). Blot off excess balm, then trace your lip shape with a red lip liner (this prevents feathering and helps define Gaga’s trademark cupid’s bow sharply). Fill in the lips with the liner as a base layer. Next, apply a high-pigment '''red lipstick''' with a slight matte finish – Gaga’s Super Bowl red was Marc Jacobs “Dashing” lipstick (This Is Lady Gaga's Exact Red-Lip Combo from Her Super Bowl Performance   | SELF), but any true red that flatters your skin tone will work. Use a lip brush for precision if needed. After the first coat, '''blot with a tissue''' (Tanno actually blotted Gaga’s lips after the first layer to increase wear (This Is Lady Gaga's Exact Red-Lip Combo from Her Super Bowl Performance   | SELF)). Apply a second layer of the red lipstick to intensify the color. This layering and blotting technique ensures the color stains the lips and lasts longer through performances or events. If you want Gaga’s occasional high-shine finish, add a touch of red gloss to the center of the lips (as done in the Super Bowl look with Marc Jacobs “Hot Hot Hot” gloss (This Is Lady Gaga's Exact Red-Lip Combo from Her Super Bowl Performance   | SELF)) – this creates dimension and makes the lips look lush. However, for a classic matte Hollywood lip, you can skip the gloss. Finally, place a finger in your mouth and pull it out to catch any excess lipstick – it prevents getting lipstick on your teeth (never glamorous!).
# '''Finishing Touches:''' Check the balance of the look. With bold lips and liner, Gaga keeps the rest pretty soft. If needed, add a ''touch of color'' to the cheeks – a subtle peachy or rose blush on the apples, blended back toward the temples, just to give life to the face without competing with the lip. Lightly contour under the cheekbones with bronzer for definition. Apply a '''highlighter''' on the high points (tops of cheekbones, Cupid’s bow, a bit on the nose bridge) so your skin glows like Gaga’s under lights. Set the makeup with a setting spray to lock it in. This look is both classic and striking: the sharp liner and the vivid red lip are instantly reminiscent of Gaga’s confident red carpet style (This Is Lady Gaga's Exact Red-Lip Combo from Her Super Bowl Performance   | SELF). Pose for a photo – you’ve got a bit of Mother Monster’s timeless glamour now!