Barefaced Beauties! See 48 Stunning No-Makeup Selfies From Our Favorite Stars

Selena Gomez, Anne Hathaway and more stars have posted pics of their bare faces

<p>Megan Thee Stallion/Instagram; Anne Hathaway/Instagram</p> Megan Thee Stallion poses for a makeup-free mirror selfie; Anne Hathaway lies in bed in a fresh-faced selfie

Megan Thee Stallion/Instagram; Anne Hathaway/Instagram

Megan Thee Stallion poses for a makeup-free mirror selfie; Anne Hathaway lies in bed in a fresh-faced selfie

These stars are all about that natural glow!

While many celebs are often seen in full glam, sometimes we get a rare glimpse of them letting their real complexion do the talking. Whether they're flexing their skincare game, snapping a barefaced poolside pic or rebelling against beauty standards, it's always refreshing to see A-listers embracing their true selves without the filters and layers of cosmetics.

“I’ve never been a makeup person really. I always love not wearing makeup. For me, makeup has always meant that I’m going to work,” Gwyneth Paltrow told PEOPLE in April 2020. "All through junior high and high school, makeup never became part of my routine. ... I like the feeling of having clean skin.”

From Megan Thee Stallion to Ariana Grande, here are some of the stars who blessed us with their makeup-free selfies.

Megan Thee Stallion

<p>Megan Thee Stallion/Instagram</p> Megan Thee Stallion shows off her nude face in an August 2024 mirror selfie

Megan Thee Stallion/Instagram

Megan Thee Stallion shows off her nude face in an August 2024 mirror selfie

During yet another "Hot Girl Summer," the Grammy-winning rapper posted her makeup-free look in a set of mirror selfies on Instagram, where she sports two different cropped shirts, curly hair and a pink French manicure.

Kyle Richards

<p>Kylie Richards/Instagram</p> Kyle Richards wears her hair down in a makeup-free selfie in April 2024

Kylie Richards/Instagram

Kyle Richards wears her hair down in a makeup-free selfie in April 2024

After getting her eyebrows microbladed and lips blushed, Kyle Richards took to Instagram to share two clear-faced selfies.

"I’m sharing this make up free photo because I wanted to share that I finally got the courage to go see @mehringlam to micro blade the parts of my eyebrows that I like to fill in AND I also did lip blushing," the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star captioned the photos. "I’ve always had bushy eyebrows but they weren’t even (sisters, not twins) So even if I wanted to go make up free I would always fill them in a little and put something on my lips. But now I can skip that part of my routine 😊." 

Selena Gomez

<p>selena gomez/Instagram</p> Selena Gomez winks with one eye for a selfie in March 2024

selena gomez/Instagram

Selena Gomez winks with one eye for a selfie in March 2024

Selena Gomez's beauty comes "Naturally"! In March 2024, the Only Murders in the Building actress and Rare Beauty founder posted a candid, makeup-less selfie on her Instagram Story. With her hair casually styled and dressed in a gray robe, she kept things relaxed and unfiltered by playfully posing with one eye shut.

Related: Selena Gomez Says She's Feeling 'Really Happy' After 'Years of Constant Back and Forth in My Head' (Exclusive)

Kristin Davis

<p>Kristin Davis/Instagram</p> Kristin Davis wears aviator glasses for a selfie posted in February 2024

Kristin Davis/Instagram

Kristin Davis wears aviator glasses for a selfie posted in February 2024

And just like that ... Kristin Davis shared a fresh-faced selfie on Instagram, showing off an air-dried hairstyle and no makeup. “The return of the Kenyan hair. IYKYK. Which do you like better? Sleek fashion show hair or fluffy Safari hair?” she captioned the photo.

Lili Reinhart

<p>Lili Reinhart/Instagram</p> Lili Reinhart basks in the sun for a bare-faced selfie in October 2023

Lili Reinhart/Instagram

Lili Reinhart basks in the sun for a bare-faced selfie in October 2023

After experiencing acne for more than a decade, Lili Reinhart has finally found peace with her skin. In October 2023, the Riverdale star shared a series of barefaced selfies that drew attention to her glowy complexion.

“Since I was 12, I’ve struggled with acne," she captioned the photo carousel. "My skin has suffered consistent breakouts, hyperpigmentation, redness and scarring. I feel impassioned and motivated to find solutions for not only myself, but others who struggle as well. This is my skin now, makeup free… no filter.”

Michelle Pfeiffer

<p>Michelle Pfeiffer/Instagram</p> Michelle Pfeiffer takes a selfie on her couch with no makeup in August 2023

Michelle Pfeiffer/Instagram

Michelle Pfeiffer takes a selfie on her couch with no makeup in August 2023

To celebrate 3 million followers on Instagram, Golden Globe-winning actress Michelle Pfeiffer posted a makeup-free selfie with the caption, "3M followers. Thank you all for hanging out with me here!!"

Anne Hathaway

Anne Hathaway/Instagram Anne Hathaway lies in bed while posing for a selfie in January 2023
Anne Hathaway/Instagram Anne Hathaway lies in bed while posing for a selfie in January 2023

"Are you wearing the—"

Anne Hathaway (probably): "The no-makeup look? Yeah, I am."

Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande/Instagram Ariana Grande holds a coffee mug for a selfie on her Instagram Story in July 2022
Ariana Grande/Instagram Ariana Grande holds a coffee mug for a selfie on her Instagram Story in July 2022

Ariana Grande showed off her natural face in a before-and-after makeup transformation using products from her R.E.M. Beauty line. In the "before" shot, the "Eternal Sunshine" singer flashes a modest smile while wearing a casual bun and a black lace Cosabella bralette.

Jessica Simpson

Jessica Simpson/Instagram Jessica Simpson smiles in a bare-faced selfie in June 2022
Jessica Simpson/Instagram Jessica Simpson smiles in a bare-faced selfie in June 2022

Jessica Simpson clearly finds golden hour "Irresistible." To celebrate Father's Day on Instagram, the singer and fashion designer posted a smiling, sun-lit selfie with zero makeup, writing: "Just woke up feeling grateful for all the Dad heroes out there."

Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks/Instagram Tyra Banks wears a top bun in a makeup-free selfie in August 2021
Tyra Banks/Instagram Tyra Banks wears a top bun in a makeup-free selfie in August 2021

The supermodel took a "wig break" and showed off her top knot bun with a fresh-faced selfie on Instagram. "Some take a chill pill. I take a wig break," she captioned the post.

Keke Palmer

Keke Palmer/Instagram Keke Palmer flaunts her natural hair in a make-up free selfie in October 2020
Keke Palmer/Instagram Keke Palmer flaunts her natural hair in a make-up free selfie in October 2020

After hairstylist Ann Jones trimmed Keke Palmer's natural coils, the actress showed off her "fresh cut ends" with a nude-face selfie on Instagram.

Bethenny Frankel

Bethenny Frankel/ Instagram Bethenny Frankel purses her lips in a car selfie in August 2020
Bethenny Frankel/ Instagram Bethenny Frankel purses her lips in a car selfie in August 2020

After seeing so many "filtered, contoured, eyelashed, extensioned, & retouched" photos on social media, Bethenny Frankel wanted to bring some realness to the platform by sharing a filter-free selfie. "I want to show our daughters (and sons) a realistic female image," the Skinnygirl founder wrote before adding the hashtags, #THISiswhatilooklike #thisisme #unfilteredselfie #noglam #workingmom.

Ashley Tisdale

Ashley Tisdale / Instagram Ashley Tisdale sports wet hair and zero makeup while smiling for a selfie in May 2020
Ashley Tisdale / Instagram Ashley Tisdale sports wet hair and zero makeup while smiling for a selfie in May 2020

Ashley Tisdale said she feels "the most beautiful with no makeup" as she snapped a glowing selfie that showed off her bouncy natural curls and bare skin.

Vanessa Williams

Vanessa Williams/Instagram Vanessa Williams wears glasses while lying in bed for a selfie in March 2020
Vanessa Williams/Instagram Vanessa Williams wears glasses while lying in bed for a selfie in March 2020

"Good Morning 57," the Desperate Housewives actress captioned her fresh-faced 2020 birthday selfie from bed, adding the hashtags, #nofilter, #nomakeup, #nocorona.

Bella Hadid

Bella Hadid/Instagram Bella Hadid looks at her reflection in a selfie in 2020
Bella Hadid/Instagram Bella Hadid looks at her reflection in a selfie in 2020

In preparation for the beginning of Paris Fashion Week, Bella Hadid captioned a post-spa pic on Instagram saying, "recharging @ the dreamiest place in Paris… @diorskincare."

Related: Bella Hadid Says She Wants to Hold Herself 'Accountable' as She Details Her Anxiety in Makeup-Free Video

Gwyneth Paltrow and Demi Moore

Gwyneth Paltrow/Instagram Alexandra Grant, Gwyneth Paltrow and Demi Moore pose for a group photo at a Goop event in L.A. in February 2020
Gwyneth Paltrow/Instagram Alexandra Grant, Gwyneth Paltrow and Demi Moore pose for a group photo at a Goop event in L.A. in February 2020

Gwyneth Paltrow and Demi Moore posed for a picture with artist Alexandra Grant during a makeup-free dinner party thrown by Goop, Paltrow's own lifestyle brand.

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga/Instagram Lady Gaga rests one hand on her shoulder while posing for a selfie in February 2020
Lady Gaga/Instagram Lady Gaga rests one hand on her shoulder while posing for a selfie in February 2020

Grammy-winning singer Lady Gaga showed off her bleached brows and glowing skin while out to eat some sushi.

Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron/Instagram Charlize Theron cuddles up with her dog for a selfie in January 2020
Charlize Theron/Instagram Charlize Theron cuddles up with her dog for a selfie in January 2020

Oscar winner Charlize Theron cuddled up with her pup without an ounce of makeup for one of their relaxing "lazy mornings."

Gabrielle Union

Gabrielle Union/Instagram Gabrielle Union smiles for a selfie in Maui in January 2020
Gabrielle Union/Instagram Gabrielle Union smiles for a selfie in Maui in January 2020

Gabrielle Union embraced her glowing, freckled face as she snapped a selfie in the sun "before caffeine." Adding, "Just me 🖤."

Dorinda Medley

Dorinda Medley/Instagram Dorina Medley looks at herself in the mirror for a selfie in October 2019
Dorinda Medley/Instagram Dorina Medley looks at herself in the mirror for a selfie in October 2019

Dorinda Medley practiced self-care and shared a filter-free selfie during the process.

"This is a real photo of me, 55, without any makeup or filters," the Real Housewives of New York City star wrote in her caption. "I have accepted me, the 55 year old me and I love every bit of it. #selfcare #selflove."

Tracee Ellis Ross

Tracee Ellis Ross/Instagram Tracee Ellis Ross lies down in bed for a selfie
Tracee Ellis Ross/Instagram Tracee Ellis Ross lies down in bed for a selfie

Fresh-faced and fierce! Tracee Ellis Ross flaunted her makeup-free complexion as she snapped a selfie from bed.

Jennifer Garner

Jennifer Garner/Instagram Jennifer Garner smiles while wearing a beaded necklace for a selfie in April 2019
Jennifer Garner/Instagram Jennifer Garner smiles while wearing a beaded necklace for a selfie in April 2019

After ringing in her 47th birthday, Jennifer Garner thanked fans for their well wishes by sharing a glowing makeup-free selfie on Instagram. "I felt so spoiled by all of the birthday sweetness!" she said. "I celebrated by making myself this lovely bead necklace."

Kris Jenner

Kris Jenner/Instagram Kris Jenner and Chris McMillan smile for a selfie in March 2019
Kris Jenner/Instagram Kris Jenner and Chris McMillan smile for a selfie in March 2019

Kardashian-Jenner matriarch Kris Jenner showed off her glowing, barefaced skin in a selfie on Instagram as she started her morning with a haircut from pro Chris McMillan. "Early morning (and I mean early) haircut with @mrchrismcmillan #chrismcmillan #wearesillytogether #family #nomakeup #nofilter," she wrote.

Jennifer Lopez

J Lo/Instagram Jennifer Lopez wears a top bun and gold hoop earrings in a selfie in Miami
J Lo/Instagram Jennifer Lopez wears a top bun and gold hoop earrings in a selfie in Miami

Jennifer Lopez showed off her fresh-faced complexion in a now-deleted photo on Instagram, writing: "#nofilterFriday #nomakeupday."

On her Instagram Story, she revealed she was in Florida. "Winter in Miami," the "This Is Me...Now" singer wrote with another makeup-free selfie.

Related: Jennifer Lopez Shows Off Her Natural Beauty in Makeup-Free Video: 'This Is...54'

Kesha

Kesha Instagram Kesha holds the camera close to her nude face in a 2019 selfie
Kesha Instagram Kesha holds the camera close to her nude face in a 2019 selfie

In a clean-face Instagram selfie, Kesha announced that she's planning on letting her "freckles liiiiiiiive" in the year 2019.

"This year my resolution is to love myself… just as I am, all f----- up and imperfect and whatever else," she captioned the post, which garnered incredible support from inspired fans.

Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum/Instagram Heidi Klum sticks out her tongue while holding a Starbucks drink for a selfie in August 2018
Heidi Klum/Instagram Heidi Klum sticks out her tongue while holding a Starbucks drink for a selfie in August 2018

"Not really camera ready," Heidi Klum joked in her Instagram caption, before getting ready with her glam squad (and a giant Starbucks drink).

Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek/Instagram Salma Hayek wears a hat for a pool selfie in August 2018
Salma Hayek/Instagram Salma Hayek wears a hat for a pool selfie in August 2018

Salma Hayek proves filters and retouching aren't necessary to look fabulous in this pretty shot in a pool shared on her Instagram.

Cindy Crawford

Cindy Crawford/Instagram Cindy Crawford rests her head on her arm for a selfie in June 2018
Cindy Crawford/Instagram Cindy Crawford rests her head on her arm for a selfie in June 2018

In an effort to bring back realness on Instagram, Cindy Crawford snapped a selfie from bed to show fans what she really looks like when she wakes up in the morning. "No filter, no makeup, no hair product (except what was left from yesterday's shoot—ha!)," she wrote in her caption.

Jennifer Garner and Juliette Lewis

Jennifer Garner Instagram Jennifer Garner and Juliette Lewis pose for a selfie posted in June 2018
Jennifer Garner Instagram Jennifer Garner and Juliette Lewis pose for a selfie posted in June 2018

Jennifer Garner wished her pal Juliette Lewis a happy birthday by sharing a fresh-faced selfie of the two. "It is only fitting that beautiful, tenacious, other worldly @juliettelewis was born on the summer solstice. We need max sunshine to take you in, Juliette," Garner captioned the photo. (Incidentally, it was National Selfie Day too!)

Zendaya

Zendaya/Instagram Zendaya wears her hair to the side and a white T-shirt for a selfie in April 2018
Zendaya/Instagram Zendaya wears her hair to the side and a white T-shirt for a selfie in April 2018

"Yes for my white shirt being the perfect light bounce," Zendaya wrote of her makeup-free selfie on Instagram. And fans quickly applauded her for showing off her glowing bare skin in the comments: "you are SO BEAUTIFUL 💖😍," one fan wrote.

Kim Kardashian

<p>Kim Kardashian/Instagram</p> Kim Kardashian talks about her under-eye circles in a video on her Instagram Story

Kim Kardashian/Instagram

Kim Kardashian talks about her under-eye circles in a video on her Instagram Story

To promote her KKW Beauty concealer kits, Kim Kardashian wiped off all her concealer and foundation to show fans how much of a difference her products make to hide her under-eye circles.

"You can really see how dark my under-eye circles are," she said on her Instagram story. "And how crazy they look, really honestly. But that is what concealer is for!"

Cardi B

Cardi B/Instagram Cardi B talks in a video ahead of her album release in April 2018
Cardi B/Instagram Cardi B talks in a video ahead of her album release in April 2018

With her debut album drop only a few days away at the time, Cardi B embraced her natural skin when she told fans she'd been holed up in the recording studio the past three days perfecting her songs.

Jessica Alba

Jessica Alba/Instagram Jessica Alba and Shani Darden pose for a selfie in February 2018
Jessica Alba/Instagram Jessica Alba and Shani Darden pose for a selfie in February 2018

Jessica Alba showed off her post-facial glow after esthetician Shani Darden treated the star's skin with a hydrating treatment. "Love you Boo @shanidarden thank you for hooking up mah face! Feeling Hydrated and ready for the freakin weekend," the actress wrote on Instagram.

Chrissy Teigen

John Legend/Instagram Chrissy Teigen wears a shoulderless red top in a selfie in August 2017
John Legend/Instagram Chrissy Teigen wears a shoulderless red top in a selfie in August 2017

As her husband, John Legend, so perfectly put it regarding this selfie Chrissy Teigen took on vacation, "No filter necessary."

Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore/Instagram Drew Barrymore shows her face from the nose up in a selfie in July 2017
Drew Barrymore/Instagram Drew Barrymore shows her face from the nose up in a selfie in July 2017

Drew Barrymore isn't afraid to keep things real, even if it means showing her fans her unplucked eyebrows, gray roots and un-Botoxed forehead lines. "#becomingsheila OH MY GOD How did I let it get this bad. Base and brows needed. Must become her. #santaclaritadiet here we go again. Season two," the star wrote on Instagram about getting into character for season two of her Netflix series Santa Clarita Diet.

Hilary Duff

Hilary Duff/Instagram Hilary Duff lies in bed for a selfie in July 2017
Hilary Duff/Instagram Hilary Duff lies in bed for a selfie in July 2017

Instead of getting decked out in red, white and blue makeup to celebrate the Fourth of July, Hilary Duff decided to give herself a break and embrace her glowing, natural skin. "Night night. Didn't wear makeup today... felt so good. Hope everyone had a healthy happy 4th," the star captioned her Instagram selfie in bed.

Simone Biles

Source: Simone Biles/Instagram Simone Biles smiles in bed for a makeup-free selfie in May 2017
Source: Simone Biles/Instagram Simone Biles smiles in bed for a makeup-free selfie in May 2017

Olympic champion Simone Biles shared a snap of her nude face before heading to bed. "No makeup no nothing goodnight world," she captioned the selfie on Instagram.

Michelle Williams and Busy Philipps

<p>Busy Philipps/Instagram</p> Michelle Williams and Busy Philipps smile for a selfie in April 2017

Busy Philipps/Instagram

Michelle Williams and Busy Philipps smile for a selfie in April 2017

The best friends who go bare-faced together, stay together — a theory Michelle Williams and Busy Philipps proved during their makeup-free day of activities.

Sofia Vergara

Sofia Vergara/Instagram Sofia Vergara rests her head on a pillow while sick for a selfie while sick
Sofia Vergara/Instagram Sofia Vergara rests her head on a pillow while sick for a selfie while sick

Griselda actress Sofia Vergara shared a rare shot of her bare face — but thanks to her 102° fever, her cheeks were flushed with a flattering, rosy hue so pretty she even asked Covergirl to recreate it in blush form.

Aly Raisman

Aly Raisman/Instagram Aly Raisman wears her hair in a ponytail and no makeup for a selfie in April 2017
Aly Raisman/Instagram Aly Raisman wears her hair in a ponytail and no makeup for a selfie in April 2017

We may be used to seeing Aly Raisman with glittery eyeliner and a tight backflip-ready bun, but when the Olympian is off duty, she's bare-faced and beautiful.

Demi Lovato

Demi Lovato/Instagram Demi Lovato covers her mouth with her hand for a selfie from bed
Demi Lovato/Instagram Demi Lovato covers her mouth with her hand for a selfie from bed

Demi Lovato loves showing off her fresh look with her natural face full of freckles in an early morning selfie in bed.

Ashley Graham

Ashley Graham/Instagram Ashley Graham goes makeup-free for a selfie in February 2017
Ashley Graham/Instagram Ashley Graham goes makeup-free for a selfie in February 2017

Model Ashley Graham may have to wear daring makeup looks while on the runway, but she prefers going bare-faced once the weekend rolls around.

Alicia Silverstone

<p>Alicia Silverstone/Instagram</p> Alicia Silverstone poses for a selfie at Palm Cove in Queensland, Australia, in August 2016

Alicia Silverstone/Instagram

Alicia Silverstone poses for a selfie at Palm Cove in Queensland, Australia, in August 2016

Eco-friendly actress Alicia Silverstone shows that she's all about being natural inside and out with this serene beach selfie.

Allison Williams

Allison Williams/Instagram Allison Williams seen unsmiling a car selfie in January 2016
Allison Williams/Instagram Allison Williams seen unsmiling a car selfie in January 2016

You're looking at the tired but happy face of Allison Williams, who stayed up all night watching The Bachelor before taking this car selfie.

Zoe Saldaña

Zoe Saldana/Instagram Zoe Saldaña poses for a make-up free selfie in January 2016
Zoe Saldana/Instagram Zoe Saldaña poses for a make-up free selfie in January 2016

Avatar actress Zoe Saldaña tagged this 2016 selfie "#yikes," but the only thing we can possibly object to in this shot is how good her skin looks without any assistance.

Lindsay Lohan

Lindsay Lohan/Instagram Lindsay Lohan poses for a fresh-faced selfie outside a sauna
Lindsay Lohan/Instagram Lindsay Lohan poses for a fresh-faced selfie outside a sauna

Lindsay Lohan hits the sauna for a steamy (literally) selfie.

Related: Lindsay Lohan Celebrates 38th Birthday with Smiling Selfie: ‘Grateful for Every Moment’

Naomi Watts

Courtesy Naomi Watts Naomi Watts and Joanna Vargas smile for a selfie at the spa in September 2015
Courtesy Naomi Watts Naomi Watts and Joanna Vargas smile for a selfie at the spa in September 2015

Wonder who's responsible for that glowing, makeup-free visage? Naomi Watts has nothing to hide: She not only credits her facialist-to-the-stars, Joanna Vargas, but Watts includes her in an at-the-spa selfie!

Laverne Cox

Courtesy Laverne Cox Laverne Cox poses in a sheer swimsuit and zero makeup for a selfie
Courtesy Laverne Cox Laverne Cox poses in a sheer swimsuit and zero makeup for a selfie

Orange Is the New Black star Laverne Cox toasted a much-needed vacay by revealing both her makeup-free face and quite a bit more, thanks to her ultra-sexy sheer swimsuit.

For more People news, make sure to sign up for our newsletter!

Read the original article on People.