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Ariana Grande Beauty Evolution

<p>Casting her break-free charm upon all the Arianators, <strong>Ariana Grande</strong> has always been our go-to pop star for different seasons of our lives. Whether it&#x27;s listening to an uplifting beat with her “<strong>Yours Truly</strong>” album or the melodic healing sounds of her “<strong>Eternal Sunshine</strong>” vinyls, Ariana has a song to match our current mood. And aside from her four-octave voice and skills in aligning the tunes, there are attributes we can’t deny we adore about her: beauty and aesthetics.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1762951021663Ariana Grande 1.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">Photos via @honeymoonavenue and @arianagrande</span></span></span></div><p>Back in 2013, when pop culture was introducing a wave of new artists, Ariana was among the rising stars who immediately swept the audience off their feet. She debuted with &quot;Yours Truly,” which topped the US Billboard 200 chart. Following her first album came her most memorable era, <strong>My Everything</strong>. She had her mic on with Iggy Azalea on a feature in her hit single “<strong>Problem</strong>,” and the rest was history. During this time, she stamped her youthful ponytail into her signature beauty style. We know you also rocked that half-up ponytail in your selfies back then!</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1762951359956Ariana Grande 2.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">Photos via @honeymoonavenue</span></span></span></div><p>Afterwards, Ariana radiated a contrasting beauty when she released her single “<strong>Focus</strong>.” She shied away from monochromatic tones and instead surprised everyone with silver-platinum blonde hair paired with a snatched, mattifying 2015 makeup look. During this time, fans were flabbergasted, “Is this a new era?” “Are we seeing a new version of her?” or “Is it just a glimpse of her platinum-blonde hair?” questions filled the fandom. Everyone loved it and appreciated her look until Moonlightbae came into the picture.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Ariana Grande’s Moonlightbae isn’t only an Era, it’s a Whole Personality</strong></div><p>With the release of the &#x27;<strong>Dangerous Woman&#x27;</strong> album, Ariana once again topped the charts and influenced the beauty community. All she had was her latest phone and a Snapchat filter, and her Snapchat’s old username: @moonlightbae, and she was all set. Remember her pout-mattifying lipstick accentuated with heavy lashes and sharp eyeliner? Such a major look! Her hair was either styled in two pucca buns with bangs or silky, straight, heavy fringe in front. The concept became one of the most-talked-about timelines of her career. Not only because of her unique production of the music, but also because of the impact she had with her stunning brunette look.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1762951611797Ariana Grande 4.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">Photos via @honeymoonavenue</span></span></span></div><p>Following the success of her third album, Ariana’s career streak continued to flourish. When she dropped “<strong>No Tears Left to Cry</strong>,” Ariana gave us the aesthetic we’ve always longed for. It’s the beauty concept we expected from Dangerous Woman to have. Yes, it’s her platinum blonde that made a comeback. This time, more streamlined, artistically aligned with her vibe, while consequently maintaining her beauty identity: bold, chic, sultry, feminine, and empowering.</p><p>Years later, Ariana gave us a wave of retro feels amidst the pandemic, releasing &#x27;<strong>Positions</strong>&#x27;<strong></strong> that carried with it a twisted minimalist visage. She took things up a notch by adding more volume to her hair. It was styled in a bubble bouffant at the back and side-parted bangs in the front, which exuded a 1960s vibe. It was additionally complemented by a muted makeup look, marking her gradual departure from the heavy Moonlightbae aesthetic and transitioning towards the clean girl visual.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNcna_ZOxWQ/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A19459279.1%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><a href="https://metro.style/beauty/2025/11/7/fun-nail-trends-to-try-for-the-holidays-1100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><br/></a></div><div><a href="https://metro.style/beauty/2025/11/7/fun-nail-trends-to-try-for-the-holidays-1100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">READ: 7 Holiday-Ready Nails To Try This Season</a></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1762951778677SnapInsta.to_468503039_1241725673797407_3858043650018235471_n.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">@arianagrande</span></span></span></div><p>Ariana’s career voyage was sailing smoothly. With few updates during her married life with ex-husband Dalton Gomez, everyone assumed she was living a stable life. That was, until the news of their divorce broke, becoming a hot topic and sparking numerous rumors about their marriage. But as the saying goes, “when you lose something, it comes back better.” Ariana’s character as <strong>Glinda</strong> in Wicked received praise and applause in the theaters, succeeding with her childhood dream, even better, as she has been a longtime fan of the Broadway musical.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1762952230724SnapInsta.to_464292386_407891402370978_5133204174938584573_n.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">@arianagrande</span></span></span></div><p>This era introduced us to a refreshing new side of Ariana. Not the baddie we knew, but a good witch inspiring us to become better versions of ourselves. Her blonde, fairytale-inspired makeup, touched with gloss and an almost dreamy visage, offered a sense of healing in many ways. </p><p>With the release of her &#x27;<strong>Eternal Sunshine</strong>&#x27;<strong></strong> album, which complemented her character as Glinda as well, Ariana Grande’s journey became more than that of a pop star thriving in her career. It told the story of a woman who faced multiple hurdles in life yet chose to be kind and heal herself. Likewise, she rekindled our appreciation for life by emphasizing that the greatest gift we can give ourselves, beyond looking good, is setting healthy boundaries to protect and nurture our inner peace. Now that goes without saying—we love all Ariana eras.</p>

<p>The singer-actress has been serving looks for years</p>

The singer-actress has been serving looks for years

From Moonlightbae to Glinda: Here’s How Ariana Grande’s Looks Changed For Good

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Published November 12, 2025 09:00 PM PHT

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