With or Without Makeup: Cindy Crawford and Other Stars Who Still Look Stunning
Kendall Jenner – Keeping Up With The Kardashians
Being a member of families like the Kardashians is undoubtedly a springboard for a career in showbiz. The family headlines the “Keeping Up With The Kardashians” and 2022-released “The Kardashians.” And while Kendall Jenner has featured on both shows, she’s carved her path. Since taking up modeling as a teenager, she’s gone from strength to strength, working with top brands.
While we love seeing Jenner all glammed up, she’s quick to remind us to each find what works for us. After all, in an interview with “Byrdie,” she reveals her love for foods most would avoid and an aversion to exercise. However, water plays a big part in her routine—drinking enough and washing off makeup.
Lady Gaga – Poker Face
Lady Gaga is another famous singer who we can’t help but gush over. Since she debuted in the music industry, Lady Gaga has carved a niche. And her impressive following and influence reflect how much she’s achieved over the years. In 2021, she released two albums, including her remix album, “Dawn of Chromatica.”
Owning the makeup brand “Haus Labs” doesn’t stop her from sharing makeup-free selfies. And this all-natural picture from the 2018 movie “A Star is Born” may take you by surprise if you’re not used to seeing her completely barefaced. The movie highlights that she can pull off a fierce look and performance irrespective of cosmetics.
Heidi Klum – America’s Got Talent
Heidi Klum made her start as a high-fashion model before making her acting debut. Eventually, she explored the production side of things before venturing into clothing design. We’d call her the Jack of all trades, but a Janet would be more fitting. But despite a busy schedule and other obligations, Klum never misses a chance to look good.
Whether she’s walking the red carpet or leading a “Walk for Kids” initiative, Klum always has the right look for each moment. Her clear skin and chiseled features are definitely some of her best assets. In 2021, Klum continued as the executive producer of the reality TV show “Making the Cut.”
Gwen Stefani – The Sweet Escape
If we’ve learned one thing from Gwen Stefani’s career as a singer and songwriter, it’s that she hasn’t let age stand in the way of her success. In 2020 she released “Let Me Reintroduce Myself,” the first single from her fifth album. And she followed up that introduction in 2021 with a collab with Saweetie on “Slow Clap.” Yeah, no one saw that coming.
Stefani is also proof that you can never make excuses to not look good. Though she’s admitted her love for makeup, she also reveals she makes sure to wipe it off at night before applying a moisturizer. We stan a beautiful and healthy queen.
Jennifer Aniston – Friends
No conversation about “Friends” could be complete without Jennifer Aniston. And at the time of the show’s premiere, she couldn’t have guessed she would someday be part of an iconic pop culture movement. Still, with roles in “The Good Girl” and “Cake,” Aniston has proven that she’s anything but a one-hit-wonder.
However, her skill as an actress is not the only thing worth admiring. Have you seen her face? If the phrase ‘graceful beauty’ should ever be used to describe a person, it would be Aniston. And if you think she looks good with makeup on, her natural look is just as good. In 2021, she reprised her role as ‘Alex Levy’ on “The Morning Show.”
Lisa Kudrow – Friends
Lisa Kudrow is another “Friends” alum who’s undoubtedly maintained her success and beauty over the years. After all, she has over five individual awards for her ‘Phoebe Buffay’ persona on the sitcom. And in 2021, she lent her voice to animations “The Boss Baby: Family Business, and “HouseBroken.”
In a 2019 appearance on a podcast, Kudrow revealed she’s comfortable looking her age. But if this barefaced picture of her is anything to go by, she barely needs lipstick to look young. Ironically, her Instagram account is filled with a handful of makeup-free photos. We love us a confident and good-looking actress!
Susan Boyle – Britain Got Talent
Susan Boyle took the world by storm after she appeared on “Britain’s Got Talent,” and it’s amazing that we got to watch her blossom, all thanks to her fantastic voice. And blossom seems like an understatement considering that’s she’s sold over 19 million albums worldwide.
Nothing transforms a person like fame and success, and the changes have mainly been positive for Boyle. During performances, like the 2014 Commonwealth Games, she embodies an elegance that is best witnessed than described. But she’s just as comfortable walking around in a simple outfit and a bare face. Beauty, they say, is in the eye of the beholder, and we judge Boyle to be quite the picture.
Catherine Bell – The Good Witch
Catherine Bell has played many roles cutting across various film genres. For example, she appeared in Dolph Lundgren’s action film, “Men of War,” in 1994. But she also played ‘Cassandra Nightingale’ and produced Hallmark’s “The Good Witch” and its sequels.
No doubt, one of Bell’s most notable features are her eyes. And she knows it too, which is why she swears by the Maybelline Great lash mascara. But a big part of every good beauty routine is a thorough cleanse. And Bell’s smile looks just as pretty with and without the red lipstick. In 2021, she appeared on an episode of “Home & Family” to discuss her role in the TV series “Good Witch.”
Celine Dion – My Heart Will Go On
Celine Dion gained worldwide recognition after releasing best-selling albums like “Falling Into You” and “Let’s Talk About Love.” And her “A New Day” concert residency at Las Vegas remains the highest-grossing of all time. But, of course, it goes without saying that she’s enjoyed success in all its shades.
Suppose Dion gets bragging points for her remarkable voice and mastery of multiple languages. In that case, she also gets points for her beauty. Whether she’s got her hair in waves around her face, or she’s sporting a ponytail and a fresh-faced look, she is a stunner. In 2021, Valerie Lemercier released “Aline,” a film based on a fictionalized version of Dion’s life.
Michelle Ryan – EastEnders
Michelle Ryan had her sights on an acting career even from a young age. So when she landed a role on “EastEnders,” she must have been ecstatic. As it turned out, she was the right fit, and her ‘Zoe Slater’ characters soon became a fan favorite. Later on, Ryan also had roles in “Bionic Woman” and “Merlin.”
Ryan may not be a constant on the big screen anymore, but she’s had her fair share of success. And one thing hasn’t changed—her ability to stop us in our tracks all made up or with a natural look. Snow White really couldn’t have had fairer skin than Ryan, nor lips as red.
Meghan Markle – Suits
Meghan Markel is serving two distinct looks here, and we can’t tell which is more mesmerizing. Still, anyone who’s been a fan since her days on “Suits” would know that she’s got a unique sense of style and fashion, which inspired her to start a lifestyle blog in 2014.
Since her marriage to Prince Harry in 2018, the Duchess of Sussex has had no time to revisit her old pastimes. But if she’s shown anything, it’s that it would take more than the pressures of her new title and motherhood to make her lose her glow. And we saw as much during her interview with Oprah in 2021.
Amal Clooney – Human Rights Activist
Amal Clooney is one woman who deserves our admiration. And not just for her youthful looks, but for her efforts in representing victims who’ve suffered human rights violations. In 2021, Clooney was awarded a Nobel Peace Prize for her work in the Philippines.
Although her work is far from glamorous, Clooney still has a knack for looking picture-perfect all the time. Her voluminous hair is every girl’s dream, and though her makeup looks lend her an air of sophistication, you’d still be hard-pressed to guess her age. However, makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury who’s styled Clooney, revealed she has a thing for some of Tilbury’s and Phillip Kingsley’s products.
Britney Spears – Womanizer
Makeup is a fun form of expression because it helps enhance one’s features and provides an easy way to experiment with different looks for different occasions. Throughout Britney Spear’s career as a performer, we’ve seen her do her share of experimentation with makeup. But it seems like the natural look is more her cup of tea.
In 2020, she took to Instagram to announce her love for the no-makeup look because it made her look much younger. Not everyone can pull off a natural look, but Spears gets the job done easily. Thankfully, her efforts to be free from conservatorship paid off in 2021.
Jennifer Lopez – Hustlers
Jennifer Lopez is another famous performer who’s always been open to experimenting with makeup. Whether she’s performing on stage as in the 2021 American Music Awards or playing a movie role, Lopez always has this bronzed glowy look about her.
One thing that remains constant through all her transformations is her high cheekbones, pretty smile, and clear skin. This is why she always looks like the picture of health when she steps out with no makeup. A combination of good genes, sunscreen, and a good cleanse helps keep Lopez’s skin as fresh and dewy as a newborn babe.
Selma Blair – Hellboy
Selma Blair has enjoyed immense fame in film and television with titles like “Requiem,” “Legally Blonde,” “Hellboy,” and “American Crime Story.” And though she’s comfortable enough with makeup, Blair never hides the fact that she feels just as confident without it.
Blair has revealed that she’s not so good at applying cosmetics without an expert hand to do the dabbing. So rather than do too much and end up with a caked-on concealer, she goes by the maxim, ‘less is more.’ And less is truly more because her natural looks give us a newfound appreciation for her beauty. In 2021, Blair appeared in the heartwarming drama film “Far More.”
Leo Loren’ Baga Chipz’ – RuPaul’s Drag Race UK
Long before he competed in the first series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, Leo Loren, Or Baga Chipz, as he’s best known, was already in a drag troupe. And if there’s one thing we can always trust our queens to have, it’s a killer makeup game.
Unless you’re in the know, you can’t even tell that these two are one and the same person. But that’s the magic of Baga Chipz. He can look like a handsome young man in one minute and a gorgeous woman in the next. It’s almost like having a unique superpower, isn’t it? In 2021, Baga Chipz had a cameo in the TV series “Beautiful Lady.”
Kaley Cuoco – The Big Bang Theory
Kaley Cuoco is another gorgeous woman we’ve had the privilege of seeing on screen. Although much can be said about her on-screen performance in “The Big Bang Theory,” we have as much to say about her appearance off set. And it’s clear as day; Cuoco is as beautiful as they come.
Cuoco has revealed that she takes spinning classes and yoga to keep her figure toned. She also maintains a healthy diet, choosing oatmeal, veggies, and lean meats over junk food. And her glowy skin thanks her for it. In 2022, she reprised her role as ‘Cassie Bowden’ on “The Flight Attendant.”
Scarlett Johansson – The Avengers
In a 2019 interview with “Collider,” actress Scarlett Johansson asserted that she’d like her acting to be focused on rather than her good looks. But, if anything, her 2021 ‘MTV Generation Award’ is a pointer to an appreciation for her craft. From a doting mother in “Jojo Rabbit” to a superhero in “Black Widow,” you’ve just got to love her versatility.
Johannson is just as fluid with her looks. From blonde to red, she’s pulled off different hair colors. While we’re used to seeing Johansson all glammed up, she’s not shy to go without makeup. In this barefaced photo for “Vanity Fair,” her features, especially this charming smile, don’t get lost in the stripped-down shot.
Caitlyn Jenner – Keeping Up with The Kardashians
Caitlin Jenner of the Kardashian family is not lacking in the looks department. And her numerous television appearances give us every opportunity to be reminded of this fact. In 2021, Jenner appeared as a contestant on “The Masked Singer,” going by ‘Phoenix.’ Later that year, she also starred in the Australian version of Big Brother VIP.”
Seeing Jenner on television and seeing her in person are two very different things. Yes, as these pictures show, she looks stunning both ways. However, nothing quite prepares you for how fresh and youthful her skin looks when she’s taken off her makeup.
Salma Hayek – Frida
Suppose you had a soft spot for telenovelas. In that case, it probably has a lot to do with the attractive actors who featured heavily in them. But, of course, Salma Hayek would know about that as her foray into acting was in telenovelas. However, with films like “Desperado” and “Dogma,” we became obsessed with her acting and stunning looks.
Hayek kept busy in 2021, playing ‘Ajak’ in Marvel’s “Eternals” and ‘Pina Auriemma’ in “House of Gucci.” And in 2022, she showed off her natural looks in an Instagram selfie. As you’d guess, fans went crazy! We think it was a perfectly reasonable reaction considering how breathtakingly beautiful she looked.
Mila Kunis – Friends with Benefits
We think Mila Kunis’s eyes are one of her most attractive features. But if you believe it has everything to do with her impressive skill with a mascara wand, you clearly haven’t seen her with her makeup off. So feel free to feed your eyes.
Kunis won our hearts in movies like “Black Swan” and “Bad Moms.” And she’s just as active now as she was since her ’90s debut. But if Kunis makes a pretty picture on the screen, her voice is also nothing to scoff at. In 2021, she voiced the ‘Hefe’ character on “Stoner Cats.” And in 2022, she once again voiced ‘Meg Griffin’ on “Family Guy.”
Ann Coulter – High Crimes and Misdemeanors
You won’t be wrong to refer to Ann Coulter as a jack of all trades. Besides being a lawyer, she effortlessly juggles being a columnist, author, and TV personality. Her courage is reflected in her writing. After all, she authored “High Crimes and Misdemeanors,” covering Bill Clinton’s impeachment.
Coulter’s beautiful facade complements her bold demeanor. After all, you probably took a second to figure out which of these pictures was natural. And it comes as no surprise as Coulter’s been known to go light on cosmetics. Yet, while we are still reminded of her good looks, her reputation doesn’t disappear either. For example, in 2022, the “Times” quoted her saying Donald Trump was done.
Phoebe Cates – Fast Times at Ridgemont High
Phoebe Cates hasn’t graced our screens as much as we’d have loved. But beggars can’t be choosy, now can they? Her appearances in the ’80s on “Gremlins” and “Fast Time at Ridgemont” remain her tour de force. So while it may come as news, one look at her should explain that Cates was a model.
Her last work was in 2015, lending her voice to the video game “Lego Dimension.” While she’s been away for a while, her shiny dark hair and beautiful face still are clearly hard to forget. If you’ve seen “Stranger thing,” in a 2019 episode, Dustin describes his new good-looking girlfriend. Remember who he mentions as a lookalike? Yes, Cates!
Olivia Wilde – House
Olivia Wilde has mesmerized us with her convincing acting since her debut in the 1995 short “Meeting Magdalene.” From there on, she’s landed roles pretty easily on works like “Tron: Legacy” and the TV series “Houses.” And in 2021, we got yet another chance to appreciate her skill in “How It Ends.”
While her career is impressive, her flawless skin is just as remarkable. It takes quite a lot to maintain a busy work schedule and look this good with or without makeup. In 2018, “Vogue” kicked off its “Beauty Secrets,” series with Wilde sharing her tips on episode one. True Botanicals’ Nutrient Mist, some blush, and artificial eyelashes accentuate her already charming features.
Kendall Jenner – Keeping Up With The Kardashians
Being a member of families like the Kardashians is undoubtedly a springboard for a career in showbiz. The family headlines the “Keeping Up With The Kardashians” and 2022-released “The Kardashians.” And while Kendall Jenner has featured on both shows, she’s carved her path. Since taking up modeling as a teenager, she’s gone from strength to strength, working with top brands.
While we love seeing Jenner all glammed up, she’s quick to remind us to each find what works for us. After all, in an interview with “Byrdie,” she reveals her love for foods most would avoid and an aversion to exercise. However, water plays a big part in her routine—drinking enough and washing off makeup.
Priscilla Presley – Dallas
Priscilla Presley is best known as the wife of Elvis Presley. And while that’s true, she’s made headway in forging her own path. And her long-running ‘Jenna Wade’ persona in “Dallas” earned her admiration and an award. In a 2016 interview with “Loose Women,” Priscilla revealed her marriage to Elvis meant wearing makeup all the time.
We can all agree Priscilla is a beauty, all dolled up in her signature red lipstick and red hair. However, without cosmetics? She’s just as pretty. She no longer wears makeup constantly, so we see her barefaced every once in a while looking just as good.
Katie Holmes – Dawson’s Creek
There’s something to be said for people who are comfortable in their own skin. The award-winning actress Katie Holmes takes that confidence to the extra mile. In 2021, Holmes was one of the few celebrities who graced People’s annual “Beautiful Issue” barefaced. She also revealed her secret is eating healthy meals—vegetables and water are a constant.
Of course, there are days when she wants to pull off a head-turning, dolled-up look. For times like that, she turns to the products of Dr. Barbara Sturm. Whatever look she goes with, she perfected the art of looking good.
Cindy Crawford – Fair Game
Cindy Crawford’s modeling career may have lasted for less than two decades. Still, her influence as a cultural icon is undisputed. There are hardly any top fashion brands in the ’90s who didn’t at some point cut Crawford a check. In 2021, she sat down with “Vogue” to revisit some iconic photos from her illustrious career.
Crawford’s tips for looking so good with or without makeup? You’ve probably heard them a thousand times. In an interview with “Byrdie,” she joins dermatologists to recommend cleaning makeup off at night. Throw in some cardio and eating healthy, and you’ve got the gist. She slays, whether all glammed up or going for the casual chic look.
Michelle Williams – My Week with Marilyn
We’ve had the pleasure of watching Michelle Williams grace our screens for a while. And playing Marilyn Monroe in “My Week with Marilyn” still remains one of her biggest roles. However, “Brokeback Mountain” and the 2021-released “Venom: Let There Be Carnage” are part of her impressive filmography.
Her signature blonde pixie cut and dewy skin are more reasons why we look forward to her films. And when Williams decides to go barefaced, her features remain as attractive as ever. Thankfully, she’s forthcoming with tips and reveals she’s a big fan of facial scrubs. And while she’s undoubtedly worth a pretty penny, she doesn’t exactly break the bank with products she uses.
Sofia Vergara – Modern Family
Sofia Vergara looks good even without trying. While she’s undoubtedly a sight for sore eyes when all glammed up, she looks just as beautiful without cosmetics. Vergara is generous with tips and revealed that scrubbing the makeup off every night with a sea sponge does the magic for her.
Her long-running ‘Gloria Delgado-Pritchett’ role on “Modern Family” would be missed as she was a fan-favorite. After all, she clinched the Favorite TV Comedy Star award at the 2020 People’s Choice Awards. In 2021, she voiced Zaina in “Koati.” If there’s one thing we know, it’s that it won’t be long before we get a dose of Vergara’s skill and good looks once more.
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