Selena Gomez is saying goodbye to 2023 with a burst of genuine and heartwarming photos on social media that celebrate laid-back moments with the people she loves, flaws and all.
On December 30, Gomez showcased a complete range of looks in an Instagram slideshow with the caption, “Moments in time.” The photos feature messy buns, braid extensions, styled photoshoots, hangouts with friends, Disney trips, mirror selfies, and even a few makeup-free pictures.
Gomez didn’t even airbrush a couple of visible blemishes in one nonchalant selfie with her younger sister, Gracie Teefey. It’s quite uncommon to see a celebrity post photos with noticeable pimples, so this is genuinely refreshing. Some days we might rock red-orange lipstick, and some days we might give our skin a break and let the world see our acne!
This relatable move aligns perfectly with the mission of Gomez’s makeup line, Rare Beauty. Recently, the brand posted a “rare reminder” on Instagram that “you are not defined by a photo, like, or comment,” encouraging consumers to find “beauty in your imperfections.”
Gomez serves as CEO of the brand, which prioritizes mental health and offers lotions and an aromatherapy pen in addition to makeup. “Removing the pressure of having the perfect self-care routine; self-comfort looks different for each and every person,” Rare Beauty captioned a video of their new Find Comfort Body Care collection. “It’s about accepting yourself as you are, loving yourself, and being there for yourself so you can be there for the ones you love.”