How to Look Like Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez is loved by fans for her work as an actress and a musician, so it’s no surprise that people want to copy her look. If you want to emulate Selena’s style, then you’re in luck. Throughout her career, she’s revealed her makeup, hair, style, and lifestyle tips so that fans can know her secrets to always looking great.

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Applying Makeup Like Selena

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    Apply natural-looking makeup. Lightly apply cream products to create a natural look. Choose a creamy foundation, blush, and eyeshadow.
    • Enhance what you have, rather than trying to change it. For example, use a shimmery eyeshadow in a neutral color like bronze to draw attention to your eyes. Add a bit of peach or pink to your cheeks to make them look a bit flushed, and choose a nude or pale shade of lipstick or gloss.
    • Only apply 1 layer of product so that you don’t have a caked on or runny appearance.[1]
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    Apply a light layer of eyeshadow in a warm tone. Create your natural makeup look with neutral colors, which for your eyes means browns, pinks, and light metallics like bronze, copper, and silver. Sweep the color across your eyelid and over the crease.[2]
    • If you want to create more definition around your eye area, add a slightly darker shade on the outer corner of your eyelid. For example, if you used a light bronze shade as your base, you could dab on a bit of dark bronze on your outer lid.[3]
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    Apply black eyeliner across the lid. Start at the inner corner and slowly work your way to the outer corner for a basic line. You can stop there for a natural line or add a little more eyeliner to enhance the look. To make it look more dramatic, draw over the line from the middle to the outer corner of your eyelid to make it thicker.[4]
    • If you want a cat-eye look, you can extend the eyeliner just past your eyelid.
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    Apply a thickening and lengthening mascara to your lashes. Selena wears false eyelashes when she’s on stage or at an event, but you can get a similar look every day by using a mascara that lengthens and thickens your lashes. Apply two coats of mascara, starting from your roots. Pull up through the ends, making sure that you don’t leave clumps.[5]
    • If you see clumps, brush them out with either your mascara wand or the wand side of an eyebrow brush.
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    Shape your eyebrows. Selena always has styled eyebrows that help frame her face. You can achieve a similar look by plucking and trimming your own eyebrows into their optimal shape. Your brows may follow a different arch from Selena’s, and you should not try to change this shape too much. Doing so could result in messy, overplucked eyebrows.
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    Add a creamy blush to your cheeks. Choose a pink or a peach shade for a rosy, youthful glow. Apply a small amount of product, adding more if needed. It’s easier to build up color than it is to remove it. Your goal is a natural look, so use as little as possible.
    • Even when you go for a more dramatic look, keeping your cheeks light is often best. You should accentuate just one feature, and the eyes and lips are usually what you want to make stand out.[6]
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    Dust on a bit of bronzer. Bronzer warms up your skin and finishes up your look. When you apply it, shake most of the bronzer from the brush, then lightly dust it on your forehead, cheekbones, and chin-line. Don’t apply a heavy application because your goal is to just get a slight metallic shimmer.[7]
    • It helps to make a 3-shape with your bronzer. Start in the middle of your forehead, then loop down and across your cheekbones. Complete the "3" by looping down along your chin-line. Repeat for both sides of your face.[8]
    • You may want to try a larger powder brush with looser bristles, which will make the dusting easier.
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    Plump up your lips if they’re thin. Selena has naturally plump lips, but you can temporarily plump thin lips. Try a lip plumping lip gloss that contains ingredients like peptides, spearmint, or cinnamon that will give you fuller lips for about an hour.[9] Alternatively, you could add a few drops of cinnamon oil or peppermint oil to a dab of honey. Rub it on your lips, wait 1 to 2 minutes as it tingles, and then wipe it off with a damp clean cloth.
    • You can also mix powdered cinnamon into petroleum jelly. Apply it to your lips, wait 1 to 2 minutes, and then remove it with a damp clean cloth.[10]
    • Keeping your lips hydrated with a lip balm will keep them looking as plump as possible. You can also buff them with a toothbrush no more than once a day.[11]
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    Apply lip color or gloss. For your natural everyday makeup look, choose light shades of lipstick or gloss, such as nudes, pinks, or peaches. When you want to shift your look into a nighttime glam look, switch to a darker lipstick, such as red or a bright pink.[12]
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Styling Your Hair Like Selena

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    Consider going brunette. Selena usually wears her hair dark brown or black, though she occasionally gets warm caramel highlights. If you don’t have dark hair, then applying a hair color could help you get a look that’s closer to Selena’s. However, you don’t have to look exactly like Selena, so only dye your hair if you truly like the look.
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    Wash your hair just 2 to 3 times per week. Selena says that she usually washes her hair once every 3 days because she believes it looks better 1 or 2 days after washing.[13] Washing less frequently is also healthier for your hair because shampooing too often can dry out your hair and strip its natural oils. Additionally, it reduces the amount of heat-styling that you use.
    • If you do feel the need to clean your hair more often, you can use dry shampoo between washes.
    • Limit how much you touch your hair because the oil from your fingers can make your hair get oily faster.
    • You can choose to condition without shampooing in between washes.
    • People with very oily hair may choose to wash their hair more often.[14]
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    Make your hair shine. Selena has sleek, shiny hair that looks great with or without styling. Set your hair up to shine by applying a nourishing oil like argan oil. If you have a rough texture, you should also apply a leave-in conditioner.
    • You could also gently mist your hair with a product that contains silicone.
    • Flat ironing your hair helps create shine, though you should use a heat protectant.
    • Using 2 color tones in your hair also helps create shine. Your natural hair color most likely has more than 1 tone already, and a skilled hair stylist will automatically add in more than 1 tone. If you color your hair at home, look for a product that offers more tones.[15]
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    Choose your style. Selena has worn her hair in a variety of styles including long, shoulder-length, layered, straight, and wavy with front bangs, side bangs, and no bangs at all.[16] She often wears her hair with lots of volume, though she occasionally wears a sleek, straight style. Choose a Selena style that best flatters your face shape.
    • To achieve a wavy look, apply a heat protectant then wrap small sections of your hair around a curling wand. Hold the style with a light coat of hairspray.
    • Add small braids to your style to get a look like Selena’s. You could wear a side braid or create a braid crown. Another option is to braid the front pieces of your hair and then tie them together in the back.
    • To achieve the straight-haired look, spray your hair with a heat protectant that will help prevent hair damage. Then use a flat iron to straighten your hair.
    • Part your hair down the middle for a classic Selena look. If you’re wearing curls, create a side part.
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Part 3
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Mastering Selena’s Style

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    Try a classic day look with neutral colors. When she’s not performing or on the red carpet, Selena often wears classic Americana looks like black jeans with a white shirt and grey sweater. When you wear a lot of neutral colors, you can add a statement piece to make them pop. For example, you could add a statement necklace or a pair of shoes in a fun color to your classic outfit to make it stand out.[17]
    • Choose a dramatic jacket or shoes to go with your classic outfit. For example, Selena once topped jeans and a white t-shirt with a floral jacket.[18]
    • Mix it up day-to-day. For example, keep your look neutral Monday through Thursday, then add playful, quirky pieces on Friday through Sunday.
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    Play around with vintage pieces. Selena often adds a little vintage flair to her outfits, making her classic staples a bit more fun. Try a vintage jacket, skirt, or retro eyeglasses. Don’t be afraid to mix decades, as that’s how you keep your look fresh.[19]
    • Try a contemporary sweater with vintage-style bell bottoms.
    • Wear a 40’s style skirt with a fun polka dot t-shirt.
    • Look for a vintage leather jacket to give your classic, everyday outfits a bit of edge.
    • Choose vintage frames for your eyeglasses.
    • Pick up a pair of vintage sunnies for your weekend days around town.
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    Add a bit of fun to your look with wacky prints and fun colors. Selena plays around with her style and isn’t afraid to wear something that is a bit crazy or fun. Take chances with your style by wearing a silly print on your sweater, adding a chunky homemade necklace, or decorating the back of your jacket. If you see something you like, incorporate it into your wardrobe without worrying what people will think. Wear it with confidence, and you will look great![20]
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    Go all-out dressy when you’re going out on the town. Whether it’s dinner or a school dance, go full-on glam like you’re on the red carpet with Selena. Her red carpet looks capture a classic Hollywood starlet vibe. Look for a dress that fits your body well and has a fun shape without being too revealing. Selena loves to wear pink, but you should choose the color that makes you feel your best.[21]
    • For example, choose a dress that has a ruffled bottom or a unique collar. You could also choose a dress that is cocktail length in the front but has a floor-length train on the back.
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Part 4
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Caring for Your Skin and Smile

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    Cleanse your face every day. To keep your skin clear and bright, you need to keep it clean. Look for a cleanser that is labeled for use on your skin type. Wash your face every night before you go to bed at the minimum. It's also a good idea to wash your face in the morning when you wake up.
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    Moisturize your skin morning and night. Every day you should use a day cream before you apply makeup and a night cream before bed. Your day cream should be lightweight and contain an SPF, while your night cream should be a thicker formula. Choose products made for your skin type.
    • You may also want to use an eye cream, as is recommended by Selena’s own makeup artist.[22] Using your ring finger, dab a thin layer of eye cream under your eye after applying moisturizer to the rest of your face.
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    Exfoliate once or twice a week. Exfoliation removes dead skin cells, which helps brighten your complexion and prevent clogged pores. You can use an exfoliating face wash or a handheld mechanical exfoliator, which will look like a small, spinning brush or pad. Use your exfoliator after you cleanse your skin twice a week.[23]
    • You can buy an exfoliator at a beauty store, department store, or online.
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    Use weekly face masks. Face masks can improve your complexion and help maintain clear, bright skin. You can choose a mask for a particular purpose, such as brightening or purifying skin, or you can just use a typical clay mask.[24]
    • Look for face masks at beauty stores, department stores, or online.
    • Make your own face mask by mixing 1 tbsp of powdered clay with 2 US tbsp (30 mL) of water. Then, mix in some powdered herbs and spices—1/2 tsp (2.5 g) of turmeric powder can help calm down inflammation, fight infections, purify the skin, and improve circulation. Add 1 US tbsp (15 mL) of honey to draw out impurities and soften the skin.
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    Use whitening toothpaste and strips. Selena has a dazzling smile because her teeth are white. You can achieve a similar look with over-the-counter whitening toothpaste and strips. Many brands offer their version of teeth whitening products, so choose the one that works for you.
    • When choosing whitening strips, make sure you read the packaging to find out how often you will need to use the strips to get results.
    • You should also floss daily.
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Caring for Your Body

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    Sleep 8 to 10 hours each night. Selena’s makeup artist insists that getting enough sleep is a secret to beautiful skin.[25] While adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night, teens need more. Getting enough sleep will help you have clearer skin, better concentration, and more control over your eating and exercise habits.
    • Set an alarm to remind you to go to bed.
    • Wind down before your bedtime by reading, taking a bath, meditating, or writing in your journal.
    • Go to bed at the same time each night and wake up at the same time each morning.[26] This will help your body develop a good sleep schedule.
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    Relax with yoga. Selena has credited yoga with helping her stay in shape and feel more relaxed. Join a yoga class, try a DVD, or consult a book or magazine to learn a few beginner stretches. Take things slow and listen to your body as you learn the poses.[27]
    • Talk to your doctor before trying any new workouts.
    • You may be able to find free classes in your community. Check sites like meetup.com for opportunities in your area. If you are a teen or younger, ask your parents to check them out with you before trying to go alone or with friends.
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    Stretch and strengthen with pilates. Selena also uses pilates to keep her body healthy.[28] Pilates is a low-impact workout that focuses on balance, strength, and flexibility. In addition to helping your muscles, it will also help your posture. Anyone can do pilates, though you should start slow if you’re a beginner.[29]
    • Sign up for a class at your school or a local gym. Alternatively, you could buy or download a recorded workout.
    • Ask your doctor before trying a new workout.
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    Stay fit with cycling. Selena herself uses SoulCycle to stay in shape, which is a style of indoor cycling. If you want to try cycling, you could try either a bicycle or an indoor stationary bike, depending on what fits your needs.[30]
    • You may be able to find a stationary bike at a gym, or you can try buying one for your home.
    • Look online for a second-hand bicycle or stationary bike.
    • Check with your doctor before you start cycling.
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    Take dance classes or follow YouTube tutorials. Selena is constantly dancing on tour, which helps her stay fit. Not only is dancing great for your body, it’s also a fun hobby that can help boost your mood and help you meet friends. Sign up for classes at school, a local studio, or a gym. If you can’t join a class now, you can dance at home! Try online tutorials or a DVD.[31]
    • Invite a few friends to dance with you.
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    Drink water throughout the day. Selena says that she drinks so much water she even keeps some in her bathroom.[32] Make sure that you drink at least 8 glasses per day to stay hydrated and keep your skin looking fresh.
    • Carry a cute reusable water bottle with you.
    • Add lemon slices, orange slices, or cucumber slices to your water for a little added flavor.
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    Eat fresh fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables will help keep you healthy by supplying the vitamins and nutrients your body needs. They also fill you up on fewer calories. Selena likes to juice her fruits and veggies, but you can eat them whole or cooked if you prefer.[33]
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    How do I behave like Selena Gomez?
    Peter C
    Peter C
    Community Answer
    It's relatively straightforward. Selena is very sweet and has the heart of an angel. Basically, if you're kind and caring, then you are behaving like Selena.
  • Question
    How do I get her makeup look in the Come And Get It music video?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Wear a deep red shade of lipstick and thick black winged eyeliner. Her hair is straight and dark brown, so you can straighten your hair. She also wears dark eyeshadow.
  • Question
    How do I get her hair, makeup and outfits so that I look right?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Selena often changes up her hairdos, but you could always opt for either big, wavy hair, or to straighten your hair. For makeup, Selena usually goes for a more natural look, so put on the normal foundation and concealer to cover your imperfections, and dust bronzer on the main parts of your face. When she's not wearing natural makeup, she goes for a deep red shade of lipstick and thick eyeliner
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About This Article

Asmi Sanghvi, DO
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Asmi Sanghvi, DO
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This article was co-authored by Asmi Sanghvi, DO and by wikiHow staff writer, Danielle Blinka, MA, MPA. Dr. Asmi Sanghvi is a Board Certified Dermatologist based in New York, New York. She specializes in general and cosmetic dermatology and has a passion for educating others. Dr. Sanghvi has been published in several peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and Cutis. She holds a BS in Human Communication Sciences from Northwestern University and a DO from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. This article has been viewed 473,839 times.
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