SOUTH African beauty influencer Mihlali Ndamase was trending on social media this weekend after she posted a picture of herself and Rihanna at the Fenty Beauty Soft Lit Glow event in Los Angeles in the US.

She looked dreamy in a white gown by Ryan Keys, while the world-renowned musician wore a custom Alexander McQueen dress.

Her gorgeous make-up, outfit and entire ensamble, alongside the “Kiss It Better” hitmaker and beauty mogul, stole the show and many took to social media to praise her look.

@SkyeKhola took to X to write: “Mihlali is just that girl man. Nobody is touching her in that beauty influencer category here in SA.”

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Others commented that the South African beauty influencer is able to hold her own, even while in the company of Rihanna, whose striking looks are celebrated across the globe

@cozmino_ posted: “Mihlali clears Rihanna and I'm not even joking.”

@LunnieDlamini added : “Never seen someone go face-to-face with Rihanna and win.”

Mihlali Ndamase at the Fenty Beauty event. Picture: Instagram.

Ndamase posted on Instagram that she was thankful for the opportunities presented to her.

“My journey in the digital space has had its ups and downs, but the moment I even begin to doubt myself God affirms me every time. Thank you Father for consistently making my dreams a reality. We started in a cottage in Randburg, now we're in LA b*tches 😜. Thank you @badgalriri @fentybeauty @fentyskin.”

Linda Mtoba at Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty event. Picture: Instagram.

Meanwhile, award-winning actress Linda Mtoba also attended Rihanna’s event and fans also took to X to praise her look, which included gold pants which she paired them with a satin tank blouse.

“God took a day off when creating you, he wasn't rushing nowhere,” commented @Euu_Geee.

@kekeletso_Ma wrote: “I first saw her beauty at ‘Isibaya’ when she was called ‘Cakes’ . Been obsessed since.”

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Mihlali Ndamase and Linda Mtoba shine at Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty event