However, the styling she rocked here in September of 2023 didn’t quite nail it.

For starters, her eyeshadow is much too dark, as are her eyebrows and lip shade.

But what’s so jarring about this look is that it’s all so matte.

Kristi Noem attends a press conference in Port Everglades, FL (2025)

There’s no bronzer or blush to accentuate her cheekbones.

No highlight on her nose, no contouring done at all.

However, the makeup she wore for the annual Governor’s Hunt was a bit of a mess.

Kristi Noem speaks at the Monument Leaders Rally in Rapid City, SD (2023)

It is, essentially, a boys club that Noem has immersed herself in.

Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for Noem and her makeup for the event.

However, having Wilson standing next to Noem makes for a great comparison of makeup do’s and don’ts.

Kristi Noem smiles during a meeting for business owners in South Dakota (2024)

Do find a foundation that matches your skin tone, like Wilson has.

The internet certainly had a field day with Noem.

“Did you get that at Spirit Halloween?”

Kristi Noem and Lainey Wilson pose together in cowboy hats (2024)

“Cosplaying like she’s in some cheesy reality TV show,” saidanother.

Although, it doesn’t seem as if Noem learned any styling lessons from this adventure.

Then there’s the Muppet-inspired fake lashes.

Kristi Noem speaks with a police officer after an ICE raid in New York City (2025)

It’s a lot for a simple Senate hearing, which is essentially part of her daily duties.

Plus, given how matte her foundation is, Noem’s overly glossed lips create a cacophonous overall effect.

It was rumored thatTrump tossed aside conservative personality Laura Loomerbecause he didn’t like her overly-plastic appearance.

Kristi Noem talks with reporters on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC (2025)