Get the Look: Viola Davis

By Story by Ashley Riddle Williams

Learn how to mimic Viola's look, from lips to lashes.

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Viola Davis

Photo: Tibrina Hobson/Filmmagic

The South Carolina-born actress is drop-dead gorgeous on her new show, How To Get Away with Murder. The hit program's lead makeup artist, Diane Heller, tells us how to get her to-die-for look.

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Defined Eyes

Photo: Robbie Caponetto

"Brow gel, eyeshadow, and liner are the trifecta for eyes that pop. Start by applying the gel with an angled brush."

Get the Look: NYX Cosmetics Eyebrow Gel in Espresso, $7; ulta.com

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Defined Eyes

Photo: Robbie Caponetto

"Sweep lids from the crease down with eyeshadow."

Get the Look: Maybelline Eye Studio Color Tattoo in Leather, $6.99; walgreens.com

 

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Defined Eyes

Photo: Alison Miksch

"Finish with a thin dash of liner."

Get the Look: Aqua Eyes Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil in Matte Brown, $19; sephora.com

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Flawless Complexion

Photo: Robbie Caponetto

"Go for a light, matte foundation that lets you build coverage while hiding imperfections."

Get the Look: Matchmaster SPF 15 Foundation, $35; macys.com

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Flawless Complexion

Photo: Robbie Caponetto

"Dab cheeks with a stain for a natural flushed look that lasts." 

Get the Look: Tarte Cheek Stain in Blissful, $30; tartecosmetics.com

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Bold Lips

Photo: Robbie Caponetto

"Remember, a red pout never fails to turn heads."

Get the Look: Tom Ford Lip Color in Cherry Lush, $50; nordstrom.com
 

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Smooth Locks

Photo: Robbie Caponetto

"After styling, work a hair pudding through damp hair from roots to ends. Avocado oil helps tame frizz and adds a healthy shine."

Get the Look: Hair Milk Nourishing & Conditioning Styling Pudding, $12; target.com

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