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Believe it or not, Joanna Gaines, who often rocks leggy looks, is almost 50 years old. The beloved HGTV star turned 47 in the summer of 2025, but age is nothing but a number for Gaines, as she continues to project a naturally youthful, effortless glow. While she may have experimented with a few outdated outfits in the past, her fresh, makeup-free looks are anything but dated.
In fact, from her day-to-day makeup looks to glammed-up looks for special events, the reality TV star hasn’t been one to wear a lot of makeup in general. Gaines tends to favor lighter, more natural, minimal coverage that allows her features and confidence to really shine through. So, while her makeup-free moments may not be dramatically different or attention-grabbing, they reinforce just how much of an ageless beauty she truly is.
Although Gaines doesn’t often share makeup-free moments on the internet, on rare occasions, she does offer a relaxed, unfiltered glimpse into her natural look. In 2017, she shared a low-key selfie of herself having a morning cuddle session with her youngest child, Emmie Kay Gaines, and while most of the comments were flooded with praise for how adorable the moment was, one fan commented what everyone was thinking: “Truly one of the most precious photos I’ve seen of you. No make up, hair tousled, and gorgeous through and through. Thanks for being real for the rest of us.”
Joanna Gaines’ commitment to eating healthy and working out could be the key to her ageless glow
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Joanna Gaines is a mom to four children, runs a multi-faceted brand that has expanded into all kinds of sectors, and makes guest appearances on “Shark Tank.” And somehow, she’s still able to make time in her day to work out and prioritize eating healthy. In a viral early 2025 Instagram post with more than nine million views, the reality TV star gave fans a look into her intense workout routines.
Gaines concluded the post with a motivating message: “Today I did FIFTY push-ups! So I’m celebrating and putting this out there … I’ve let time, age, injury, and busyness be my excuse of why not to workout. I’m finally over the ‘it’s too hard’ hump and I’m ready to go! Who’s with me?!” It’s clear she approaches her life with consistency and accountability above anything, but it’s not just keeping up with a consistent workout routine that supports her ageless and energized presence.
In an interview with Health (via Hello!), the “Mini Reni” star emphasized the importance of a balanced diet. While she explained that sticking to a consistent workout schedule ‘helps my mood, it helps stress levels,’ and that she genuinely just enjoys it, mindful eating also plays a meaningful role in how she supports her well-being. Gaines said she likes to prioritize protein intake and limit carbs to help her avoid energy crashes and stay fueled for the day.
