Times Taylor Swift Went Makeup-Free and Radiated Flawless Charm

Taylor Swift is renowned not only for her musical talent and romantic endeavors but also for her devoted fan base, known as Swifties, who often admire her captivating makeup looks. Since her debut single, “Tim McGraw,” hit the Billboard charts in 2006, the songstress has showcased a variety of makeup styles. From dark smokey eyes and blue eyeshadow to long lashes, peachy tones, and cat eyes “sharp enough to kill a man” — Swift has explored a range of looks. And let’s not forget the numerous red lipsticks she effortlessly pulls off. But have you ever wondered what Taylor Swift looks like without makeup?

Despite her seemingly flawless appearance, the celebrity has openly admitted to a relatable yet not-so-great habit of occasionally neglecting to remove her makeup. “Sometimes I forget to wash off my makeup. Okay—almost all the time,” Swift confessed to Allure in 2011. Nevertheless, the pop star is just as stunning without makeup as she is when she graces TV screens and stages at her sold-out concerts — a fact evident in her makeup-free photos.

“All Tied Together with a Smile”

On January 22, 2019, Taylor Swift delighted fans with a casual selfie sporting a denim jacket, cute dirty blond bangs swept to the side, and seemingly bare of makeup. Grinning beside her “Cats” character name, Bombalurina, she fittingly captioned the post, “Meow.” Even sans makeup, the star showcased bright eyes, clear skin, and full lips. With raised eyebrows and a slightly mischievous smirk, this selfie exudes a playful vibe, further heightened by the lack of makeup.

Well, thank you! That’s very kind of you to say.

On October 24, 2022, Taylor Swift showcased that makeup isn’t a prerequisite for capturing a captivating photograph, especially when unveiling her latest album. Without makeup, the musician radiated genuine beauty, her hair styled in a braided bun as she gazed into the distance, adorned in a fairytale-inspired ensemble. The caption of the promotional post further added, “Midnight, what a storied and fabled hour… On this sparkling evening, I’ll be releasing my twist on a fairytale we all know.” This image not only reaffirmed Swift’s beauty without makeup but also hinted at her inner and outer brilliance, echoing the success of her “Midnights” album.

“Reminds me of that Taylor Swift song…”

Every dedicated Swiftie knows Taylor Swift’s fondness for cozy sweaters (or should we say, cardigans?). On October 24, 2018, the songstress showcased her love for turtlenecks, perhaps even surpassing her affection for makeup. In a selfie flaunting her signature blond bangs and mesmerizing blue eyes, the pop star rocked a dark, snug turtleneck. The caption of the post humorously remarked, “Here we can observe an Australian swiftlet in her natural habitat, a turtleneck.” The selfie exuded a grounded, nature-focused vibe, with Swift exploring an Australian landscape in subsequent photos shared in the post.

“Australian swiftlet in her turtleneck habitat…”

During the COVID-19 lockdowns, nearly every active social media user jumped on the trend of posting no-makeup selfies at home, often accompanied by captions expressing boredom. Taylor Swift also joined in on the Instagram trend, sharing a flawless makeup-free selfie on April 27, 2020. With her iconic blond curls cascading slightly past her collarbone, she stared into the camera, captioning the photo, “Not a lot going on at the moment.” While the caption captured the essence of the lockdown experience, viewers were likely impressed (but perhaps not entirely surprised) by how effortlessly flawless Swift looked without makeup.