Song Hye Kyo
Song Hye Kyo is the stunning lead actress of the 2023 Korean film blockbuster, “The Glory.” In the series, she wears minimal makeup as she portrays a woman enduring hardship for her revenge plan. In some scenes, Song Hye Kyo even appears completely bare-faced. Despite having to lose weight to achieve a more subdued look and opting for no makeup, Song Hye Kyo remains flawlessly beautiful.
Kim Yoo Jung
In her latest project, “My Demon,” Kim Yoo Jung appears with a beautiful look. However, in some scenes, the actress also goes makeup-free. Audiences are truly surprised to see Kim Yoo Jung’s natural face. Without makeup, she looks youthful and adorable.
Nana
Nana had a remarkable comeback last year in “Mask Girl.” In scenes where her character is fleeing from pursuers or sitting in prison, she had to shed her glamorous and sophisticated appearance. Even without makeup in these scenes, Nana still stands out with her graceful and harmonious beauty.
Han Hyo Joo
Not just one, but this year Han Hyo Joo appears makeup-free in two projects: “Moving” and “Duel 2.” Particularly in “Believer 2,” she doesn’t wear lipstick in any scene and even undergoes makeup to have many freckles on her face. Despite this, her visual remains undiminished.
Park Bo Young
Similar to Han Hyo Joo, in 2023, Park Bo Young also appears makeup-free in two dramas: “Concrete Utopia” and “Daily Dose of Sunshine.” In both of these projects, she takes on the role of warm and compassionate nurses. Despite not wearing makeup or glamorous outfits, she remains youthful and stunning, living up to the reputation of being one of the top age-defying beauties in Korea.
Park Eun Bin
In the film “Castaway Diva,” Park Eun Bin has scenes where she is not wearing makeup as her character survives on a deserted island for 15 years. In some scenes, she is even transformed to appear less attractive. However, the beauty of the actress born in 1992 remains exceptionally stunning.
Go Yoon Jung
In “Moving,” Go Yoon Jung astounds the audience by showcasing her impeccable makeup-free face. The beautiful actress appears flawless, even in scenes shot up close to her face. Her skin is flawless, with harmonious and balanced features, making Go Yoon Jung a formidable contender in this list.
Ahn Eun Jin
As Jung In in “My Dearest S2,” a devoted and selfless nurse living in a quiet rural town, Ahn Eun Jin captivated audiences with a makeup-free appearance that emphasized the character’s sincerity, warmth, and quiet strength. Stripping away glamour and opting for a raw, natural look, Ahn Eun Jin brought a profound emotional depth to Jung In—one that felt strikingly real and relatable.
Her understated portrayal highlighted the character’s inner beauty and unwavering sense of duty, allowing viewers to connect with Jung In’s deep, enduring love, her silent sacrifices, and her quiet resilience in the face of life’s hardships.
IU
In “When Life Gives You Tangerines,” IU delivers a deeply moving performance as a young woman coming of age while facing life’s quiet but persistent challenges in a remote countryside village. By choosing to forgo makeup for the role, IU embraced the character’s modest lifestyle and humble surroundings, allowing her natural features to reflect the innocence, vulnerability, and strength of someone grounded in simplicity.
The absence of cosmetic embellishments allowed viewers to focus entirely on her expressions—subtle glances, silent tears, and gentle smiles—which became powerful tools in conveying the character’s sincerity, inner struggle, and personal growth. This visual rawness aligned seamlessly with the drama’s warm, heartfelt tone, immersing audiences in a story of resilience, quiet love, and human connection.
Go Hyun Jung
In the role of Kim Mun Suk in Woman On The Beach, a spirited musician, Go Hyun Jung’s unadorned look captured the character’s free-spirited nature. Her performance, complemented by her natural appearance, brought a relatable and heartfelt dimension to the story.
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