Gigi Hadid Took a Makeup-Free Selfie With Zayn, and It’s Too Perfect for Words

Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik are one of Hollywood’s most perfect couples. Seriously, don’t stare at them too long: The sheer beauty will leave you blind and thirsty.

But how are Hadid and Malik so stunning? Well, it’s a mix of genetics, sleep, and the tears of suburban teens to keep them hydrated. Oh, and glam: These two, specifically Hadid, have armies of hair and makeup people to make sure every eyelash is in place. But let’s be real: It’s just padding. Hadid doesn’t need makeup to look gorgeous (and neither does anyone for that matter). Her makeup-free visage is just as magnificent.

Exhibit A: This adorable photo Malik uploaded to Instagram of himself and Hadid. It features the 21-year-old model without her signature long lashes and bronze glam. She still looks radiant, of course, proving that natural beauty is just as striking as makeup. See the image for yourself, below:

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Do we know for sure that Hadid is 100 percent makeup-free in this photo? No. However, she is going for a more relaxed and natural look here, which is exciting. Beauty is all about self-expression, after all—barefaced can be just as much fun as a face full of makeup!

Here is a closer (and more colorful) look at Hadid’s natural look.

We’re here for this stripped-down moment. And so are several other celebrities. Many A-listers have recently embraced their natural selves—be it hair or makeup—which is refreshing. It reveals a more authentic side to the stars who seem so otherworldly.

Not that a face full of Sephora products can’t be authentic. If that’s your jam, then go for it—and rock it. But if you feel more like yourself with little (or even no) makeup, then that’s OK too. Gigi Hadid approves.

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