Natural beauty, or at least a more made-up rendition of it, has been all over social media and red carpets lately. The 2025 Screen Actors Guild Awards were no exception. A more laid-back, industry hangout than a high-stakes fashion showdown, the SAG Awards offered the perfect stage for relaxed, natural looks. From bold red lips on glowing, alabaster skin to nude palettes on tanned complexions, this year’s looks leaned into effortless elegance that balanced ease and just enough polish to stand out.
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Pamela Anderson
Pamela Anderson arrived at the SAG Awards in her signature makeup-free look, letting her natural skin take center stage. Her platinum hair, styled in soft, Old Hollywood waves with face-framing curtain bangs, added structure without feeling overly done. Paired with a simple white Dior gown, her look leaned into the evening’s understated tone without trying too hard.
Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez channeled Old Hollywood glam at the 2025 SAG Awards in a custom navy Celine dress. While her makeup is definitely more visible than barely-there, it nevertheless translates as “minimal” with its focus on precise lines and classic shades. As for hair, she kept it casual, opting for a soft bob over an updo. The Emilia Perez actress walked away with an Outstanding Ensemble in a Comedy Series award for Only Murders in the Building.
Leighton Meester
Leighton Meester, being the millennial favorite that she is, debuted her new auburn hair in a deep, side-part and flowy movie star waves. She paired the hair with a peachy palette that added warmth to her cheeks, lids, and lips. The coral tones popped out in contrast to her olive green, cut-out Elie Saab gown.
Millie Bobby Brown
Millie Bobby Brown’s newly blonde hair, pulled into a sleek braided bun with a loose face-framing strand, created a clean contrast to her peach-toned Louis Vuitton gown. Minimal makeup, with lots of golden warmth on the cheeks and lips, kept the focus on the fresh, uncomplicated vibe.
Elle Fanning
A Complete Unknown star Elle Fanning brought classic glamour to the red carpet in a Loewe gown and a Cartier necklace. To keep the look young and soft, she paired it with a soft, blonde lob with a subtle nod to the 2000s zig-zag side-part. The skin was fresh and natural-looking, accentuated by a cool-toned red lip.
Anna Sawai
Anna Sawai graced the red carpet in a crystalized, structured Giorgio Armani Privé gown. The Shogun star, who left with a Female Actor in a Drama Series award, complemented her showstopping dress with a minimal makeup look and a classic nude lip.
Kristen Bell
As the evening’s host, Kristen Bell opted for a timeless beauty approach. With soft waves framing her face and a neutral makeup palette enhancing her features, she sported a look that perfectly matched her hosting style for SAG Awards 2025: poised, approachable, elegant, and fun.
Mikey Madison
Fresh from her Bafta and Spirit Awards wins, Mikey Madison left an impression on the SAG Awards red carpet in a custom peplum Louis Vuitton gown. To match the grey silk fabric that brought out the cool tones in her skin, the actress kept the makeup minimal with fresh skin and a stunning red lip.
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