Rare Vintage Photos of 70s Starlets Without Makeup

Ali MacGraw became one of the defining faces of the early ’70s with Love Story, turning her into a symbol of romantic, understated beauty. Her relationship with Steve McQueen only amplified her fame, and her decision to step back from Hollywood at times added to her quiet, elusive appeal.

Her look was the blueprint for natural beauty. With straight hair, clear skin, and soft, balanced features, she barely seemed to need makeup at all. There was a calm, almost serene quality to her appearance—simple, unfussy, and effortlessly elegant.