6 Times Taylor Swift Went Makeup-Free And Looked Flawless

Taylor Swift isn't just renowned for her musical prowess and love life; her mesmerizing makeup choices also leave Swifties in awe. From her debut single "Tim McGraw" in 2006 till now, she's flaunted a plethora of looks: sultry dark smokey eyes, daring blue eyeshadows, fluttery lashes, peachy hues, and cat eyes sharp as daggers. And let's not overlook her signature red lipsticks! But amidst all this glamour, have you ever wondered what Taylor Swift looks like bare-faced?

Despite her seemingly flawless appearance, this celebrity has a relatable 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. Yet, it's no surprise that she remains just as stunning without makeup as she does with a full face on TV and at her sold-out concerts—her makeup-free photos serve as undeniable proof.

Tied together with a smile

Taylor Swift shared a laid-back selfie on January 22, 2019, sporting a denim jacket and charming dirty blond bangs casually swept to the side, with seemingly no makeup. Posed beside her "Cats" character name, Bombalurina, she appropriately captioned the post with a simple "Meow."

Even sans makeup, the celebrity's eyes sparkled, her skin glowed, and her lips appeared full. With Swift's arched eyebrows and a slightly mischievous smirk, this selfie radiated a playful vibe, enhanced by the absence of makeup, adding to its lively energy.

But what can we say? You’re gorgeous

October 24, 2022, marked the day Taylor Swift showcased that a captivating photograph (or the announcement of her latest album) doesn't necessitate makeup. With her hair styled in a braided bun and a dreamy gaze into the distance, the musician exuded genuine beauty without a trace of makeup, complemented by her fairytale-inspired attire.

In her promotional post caption, the singer-songwriter mused, "Midnight, what a storied and fabled hour... On this sparkling evening, I'll be releasing my twist on a fairytale we all know." This picture not only showcased Swift's natural beauty but also hinted at the enchanting allure of her "Midnights" album. With its success, it's evident that Swift shines both inwardly and outwardly, truly bejeweled in every aspect.

He said the way her blue eyes shined …

Any devoted Swiftie is well aware of Taylor Swift's penchant for cozy sweaters (or should we say, cardigans?). On October 24, 2018, the musician reaffirmed her preference for turtlenecks over makeup. In a captivating selfie flaunting her iconic blond bangs and mesmerizing blue eyes, the pop star donned a snug, dark turtleneck, exuding warmth and comfort.

Accompanying the post was her caption, "Behold, an Australian swiftlet in her element: the turtleneck." The selfie exuded a grounded, nature-centric ambiance. Swift continued her exploration of the Australian landscape in the second and third photos, dressed in a monochromatic black ensemble.

It’s nice to have a friend

Who doesn't adore an endearing buddy snapshot, especially when it features two renowned and incredibly talented musicians? On November 10, 2022, Taylor Swift opted for playful antics over makeup in a delightful photo shared alongside fellow songwriter Jack Antonoff.

In a laid-back ensemble and makeup-free, Swift clutched a drink, while Antonoff struck a comically fatigued pose beside the piano. The caption, "Anti-hero but make it acoustic," added a touch of humor to the post. Who needs makeup when you've got friendship and music in the frame?

Poke that bear ’til her claws come out

Indeed, Taylor Swift donned a bear costume and shared it on Instagram towards the end of 2020. Naturally, she embraced a makeup-free look, adding to the spontaneity and audacity of the snapshot. Fearlessly flaunting her playful side, the musician aptly captioned the amusing New Year's Eve photo, "Bye 2020, it’s been weird."

Although her bangs were mostly concealed by the costume, followers could still easily spot her famous blue eyes and charmingly round face shape. Not many could pull off a flawless look without makeup while dressed as a bear, but Swift effortlessly did. But then again, are we really surprised?

Never go out of style

During the COVID-19 lockdowns, it seemed every avid social media user shared at least one no-makeup selfie at home, accompanied by a caption reflecting their boredom. Even Taylor Swift joined the Instagram trend, sharing a flawlessly makeup-free selfie on April 27, 2020.

The pop star gazed into the camera, her iconic blond curls cascading slightly past her collarbone. She captioned the photo, "Not a lot going on at the moment." While the caption resonated with many, viewers were likely taken aback (or, let's be honest, maybe not so surprised) by how effortlessly flawless Swift looked without makeup.