38 Times Jessica Alba Proved She Can Pull Off Any Beauty Look

How does Jessica Alba do it? Among being a famous actress, mother of two, and running the Honest Company, she takes major beauty risks — and they always pay off. She's bleached her eyebrows in the name of couture and looked impossibly chic. She can rock both an edgy undercut braid and sculpted retro waves (in any hair color) and make them look effortless. In honor of her 35th birthday, reminisce on all her best looks. We guarantee you'll be impressed.

Vanity Fair Oscar Party, 2016
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Vanity Fair Oscar Party, 2016

Jessica's glossy waves and soft, smoky shadow made her look like a modern-day pinup.

Baby2Baby Gala, 2015
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Baby2Baby Gala, 2015

Jessica's tousled updo kept her glossy red lip from looking overly polished.

Impact Awards Dinner, 2015
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Impact Awards Dinner, 2015

Jessica proved that she can pull off a short hairstyle with this hot-mom bob.

Comic-Con International, 2014
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Comic-Con International, 2014

At a press event for Sin City: A Dame to Kill For, Jessica rocked a cool-girl undercut braid.

Hope For Children Gala, 2014
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Hope For Children Gala, 2014

Jessica tested out a retro beauty look at the Hope For Children gala with precise waves and a matte crimson lip.

NCLA ALMA Awards, 2013
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NCLA ALMA Awards, 2013

Thick, voluminous waves and a neutral makeup look put Jessica's natural beauty on full display at the ALMA Awards.

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, 2013
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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, 2013

Jessica balanced her bold, dramatic pompadour with shimmering gold shadow and a nude lip.

Spike TV's Guys Choice Awards, 2013
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Spike TV's Guys Choice Awards, 2013

Cascading waves and coral lipstick made Jessica look like a pretty pin-up star.

Met Gala, 2013
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Met Gala, 2013

For the punk-inspired Met Gala, Jessica's dark brows were tinted to a blond hue. Paired with a gray smoky eye, it was an especially edgy look.

Producers Guild Awards, 2013
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Producers Guild Awards, 2013

Jessica's radiant skin, ombré locks, and bright pink lipstick made for an enviable beauty look at the Producers Guild Awards.

Spike TV's Video Game Awards, 2012
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Spike TV's Video Game Awards, 2012

Jessica's beachy look got a bit of a vampy boost from orange-red lipstick.

Met Gala, 2012
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Met Gala, 2012

Jessica looked like a film noir actress with her sculptured waves and dark, brooding lip hue.

Diane Von Furstenberg Awards, 2012
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Diane Von Furstenberg Awards, 2012

The volume in Jessica's Brigitte Bardot-esque hair gave off a sex kitten vibe.

Orange British Academy Film Awards, 2011
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Orange British Academy Film Awards, 2011

For the London award ceremony, Jess wore a fun yet elegant double braided headband style.

Little Fockers New York City Premiere, 2010
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Little Fockers New York City Premiere, 2010

By late 2010, Jessica was wearing her hair in a shiny, super-sleek bob.

Met Gala, 2010
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Met Gala, 2010

Jessica went old Hollywood for the 2010 Met Gala. Get the look with our tutorial.

Valentine's Day Los Angeles Premiere, 2010
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Valentine's Day Los Angeles Premiere, 2010

Jessica's almost wet-looking hair and deep green eye shadow made for a beachy-cool red-carpet look.

Superbowl XLIV Party, 2010
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Superbowl XLIV Party, 2010

Jessica sported pale green eye shadow at a Superbowl event in 2010.

Machete Los Angeles Premiere, 2010
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Machete Los Angeles Premiere, 2010

For the premiere of Machete, Jessica wore shoulder-length relaxed waves, nude lips, and glittery gold shadow.

Tod's Beverly Hills Reopening, 2010
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Tod's Beverly Hills Reopening, 2010

At a Tod's/MOCA event in 2010, Jessica wore her hair in playful reverse french braids that met at the back of her head. Her smoky brown shadow and wine-colored lips were a total hit.

Tribeca Film Festival Program Celebration, 2010
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Tribeca Film Festival Program Celebration, 2010

Jessica wore a colorfully printed Proenza Schouler dress to a Tribeca Film Festival party and matched the dress with gorgeous, multicolored eye makeup. Find out how to create it on your own.

Film Independent's Spirit Awards, 2009
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Film Independent's Spirit Awards, 2009

Jessica attended the Independent Spirit Awards wearing a lavender dress and pretty, understated makeup to match.

Keep a Child Alive's 5th Annual Black Ball, 2008
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Keep a Child Alive's 5th Annual Black Ball, 2008

Jessica's blunt bangs and red lipstick made for one sophisticated look.

Academy Awards, 2008
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Academy Awards, 2008

For the 2008 Oscars, a pregnant Jessica wore a perfectly plaited updo. Here's how to re-create her stunning subdued makeup look.

Fashion Rocks Concert, 2007
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Fashion Rocks Concert, 2007

Jessica kept her slicked-back momentum going with a sleek bun and a subtle gray smoky eye.

Christian Dior's 60th Anniversary Party, 2007
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Christian Dior's 60th Anniversary Party, 2007

For a Paris Fashion Week fête in 2007, Jessica channeled Audrey Hepburn with an elegant bun and liquid eyeliner.

Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer London Premiere, 2007
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Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer London Premiere, 2007

In 2007, Jessica seemed to be sticking with her wildly successful bronze and gold eye shadow look.

Academy Awards, 2006
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Academy Awards, 2006

At the 2006 Oscars, Jessica's hair was swept up into a chic pompadour.

amfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala, 2005
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amfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala, 2005

For a chunk of time in 2005, Jessica was looking very Marilyn Monroe.

Sin City Los Angeles Premiere, 2005
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Sin City Los Angeles Premiere, 2005

Jessica's tousled, pulled-back bun showcased her dazzling pink eye makeup.

Movieline's 7th Annual Young Hollywood Awards, 2005
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Movieline's 7th Annual Young Hollywood Awards, 2005

At the Young Hollywood Awards, Jessica wore glamorous tucked-under waves.

VH1 Divas Event, 2004
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VH1 Divas Event, 2004

At the VH1 Divas concert in '04, Jessica had blond fringe and bouncy curls.

MTV Video Music Awards, 2003
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MTV Video Music Awards, 2003

Jessica's flirty ponytail and sultry eye makeup were a perfect complement to her black bustier dress.

2 Fast 2 Furious Premiere, 2003
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2 Fast 2 Furious Premiere, 2003

Jessica matched her lids to her mint green jacket at the premiere of 2 Fast 2 Furious in 2003.

Golden Globe Awards, 2002
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Golden Globe Awards, 2002

Jessica went with soft curls and a seriously smoky eye at the 2002 Golden Globes.

Fox Party, 2001
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Fox Party, 2001

Jessica unveiled a cherry red hue at a Fox schedule-unveiling party in '01.

I Still Know What You Did Last Summer Premiere, 1998
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I Still Know What You Did Last Summer Premiere, 1998

Before her career took off, Jessica sported a dark black cut and a whole lotta makeup.