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Home · Makeup

Top Celeb Barely-There Beauty Looks

Here are ten inspiring celeb looks featuring nude lips and dewy skin for an all-natural glow.  Master the barely-there trend with these fresh-faced beauty looks perfect for year-round wear.

By Nicole Marie Melton · May 8, 2015October 27, 2020
01
Tamera Mowry-Housley

Tamera was all smiles when she stepped out in this barely-there look that showcases her natural beauty.  Recreate Tamera’s glow by pairing light foundation with a sweep of blush, mauve lipstick and two coats of black mascara.

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02
Ciara

Ciara’s pretty palette includes subtle contouring, a creamy taupe lipstick and a hint golden eyeshadow.  Black mascara and natural eyebrow pencil finish off her barely-there beauty moment.

03
Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington stayed true to her clean makeup mantra when she stepped out in this look complete with softly-defined brows, mascara, liner and a swipe of cinnamon-colored blush.

04
Halle Berry

A perfect look for year-round wear, Halle Berry selected a natural, soft pink lipstick, soft blush and black mascara.

05
Thandie Newton

Pretty peach cheeks were the focal point of Thandie Newton’s neutral, red carpet makeup look.  She paired her bright cheeks with cinnamon-colored lips and pewter eyeshadow to make her lids pop.

06
Gabrielle Union

One way to master a neutral makeup look is to match your lip color to your skin tone, as seen here on Gabrielle Union. The actress pairs her muted lip with a thick swipe of black eyeliner for an eye-catching effect.

07
Paula Patton

Paula Patton is no stranger to simple, pretty makeup.  The actress adds her own twist to the barely-there trend with a brighter shade of blush.  Taupe lipgloss, black eyeliner and a few coats of mascara finish the look.

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08
Tracee Ellis Ross

Tracee Ellis Ross stepped out in a matte nude lip and clean cheeks with just a hint of blush.  She paired her natural lip look with smudged gray eyeliner to add a touch of drama.

09
Beyonce

Beyonce made her oversized statement earrings the main focal point of her look by pairing them with barely-there makeup.  Clean skin, with just a touch of lipgloss, bronzer and mascara is all you’ll need to recreate this red carpet-worthy look.

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10
Michelle Williams

One way to wear a natural makeup look is by pairing nude lips with just liner, mascara and blush.  Fill in the brows to keep them nice and clean, as seen here on singer Michelle Williams.

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11
Regina Hall

Long, luxe lashes is the focal point of this natural makeup look worn by actress Regina Hall.  To make her lashes pop even more, Regina framed them with full brows, finishing the look with simple clear lipgloss and golden bronzer.

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12
Solange

Solange is a makeup chameleon, but for this appearance she opted for a simple face paired with her big, bold ‘fro.  Bronzed skin, matte taupe lips and black eyeliner are all it takes to mimic this natural beauty.

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13
Kelly Rowland

Kelly Rowland showed off her new-mama glow while flaunting subdued makeup. Dewy skin, moisturized lips and simple black mascara is all it takes to pull off Kelly’s look.

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