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Great Beauty: Celebs Without Makeup

What separates celebrities from the rest of us? They happen to always look like superstars, even without a trace of makeup! Whether they're caught running around with their kids or shopping on Robertson Blvd., most celebs still radiate a certain star power that transcends concealer, blush and mascara. From Jada Pinkett Smith to Beyonce, here are our favorite shots of celebs without makeup.
Great Beauty: Celebs Without Makeup
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By Tia Williams · Updated October 29, 2020

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What separates celebrities from the rest of us? They happen to always look like superstars, even without a trace of makeup! Whether they’re caught running around with their kids or shopping on Robertson Blvd., most celebs still radiate a certain star power that transcends concealer, blush and mascara.

From Jada Pinkett Smith to Beyonce, here are our favorite shots of celebs without makeup.