How Isabella Rossellini got ready for the Golden Globes after a 28-year hiatus

After 28 years, Isabella Rossellini returned to the Golden Globes last night and celebrated her nomination as Sister Agnes in Conclave. Since this was her first Golden Globes appearance since 1997, it was fitting for her to pull off a show-stopping look. Rossellini wore a spectacular ensemble by Dolce and Gabbana. The gown featured intricate embroidery that covered the length of the dress and was finished off with a sheer red cape that danced in the wind as she walked the carpet. Her makeup – specifically her bold red lip – brought everything together. “She wore these beautiful ruby ​​chandelier earrings and we wanted the face to be the focal point, so I chose to use a beautiful red lip to draw the eye to her magnificent face,” the celebrity makeup artist Matin Maulawizada told ELLE.

Prepping Rossellini’s skin and creating a soothing atmosphere was the first step of the evening. For Maulawizada, skin care is the key to achieving a flawless beauty look. He started with Lancôme Génifique HydroGel Sheet Mask followed by a long, luxurious massage using Lancôme Génifique Ultimate Serum and Lancôme Absolue Rich Cream. This ritual helped relax Rossellini (who is a Lancôme ambassador) in the middle of the hectic day leading up to the awards. “Today was a very busy day,” Rossellini told ELLE. “You either have to talk to the press, write a speech, give an award or possibly receive an award. I’m generally in my hotel room trying to be as calm as possible but super busy.”

After the skin care was finished, it was time for the makeup. Inspired by vintage editorials and classic 50s glam, Maulawizada started by using a sheer layer of Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation in 205C and press on Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Concealer in 110C under the eyes to maintain a fresh, natural glow. The eye was simple: a thin line of Lancôme’s Drama Liqui-Pencil Eyeliner in 01 Café Noir and that Lancôme Idôle Flutter Mascara. But the piece de resistance was Rossellini’s striking lip. Swiping on Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Drama matte lipstick in 505 Attrape Coeur mixed with Lancôme L’Absolu Rogue Drama Matte Lipstick in 430 Plum AbuseMaulawizada created a classic red for the perfect finishing touch to Rossellini’s look.

While she may not have won the award — she got a shoutout during Zoe Saldaña’s acceptance speech when the actress said she “thought she’d made it” after having lunch at Rossellini’s home early in her career — Rossellini was honored to be recognized for the film. “I think it’s an amazing film. I was so lucky and I felt so privileged to be a part of it, to work with an incredible cast and director,” she said.

To get a more in-depth look at her awards night glam, Rossellini took ELLE with her as she got ready.