Paris Olympics 2024 has become a beauty extravaganza for makeup fans like ourselves, as some athletes from around the world dolled themselves up rather uniquely, and eye-catchingly during their matches, explicitly representing their personal identities and countries.

If you heard that TikTok viral sound, “What sets you apart from the competition?' Olympians’ humble response would be their gliding lipstick applicators and long-styled acrylic nails during the game. Either way, we're captivated by this beauty scene on the field!

Sha’Carri Richardson @itsshacarri

Beauty devotees put so much effort into promoting inclusivity internationally, and today's Paris Olympics reflected that exertion by breaking boundaries left and right. Women of diverse backgrounds show off their signature looks, while some men proudly present their adoration for artistry on the global scale of athletics.

Sunisa Lee @sunisalee

Huge thanks to our predecessors for introducing beauty in sports, we truly have come a long way. The role of beauty and its significance has become more relevant by the reinvention and presentation of stunning looks we haven’t seen in competition before. Whether it be an elite gymnast, a track and field star, or a synchronized swimmer giving their all for that coveted medal, delivering high-caliber performances while looking A+ amazes us every time we see them on our screens.

Swipe through the gallery to see our round-up of pro athletes that captivated us with their looks during the games:

Sha’Carri Richardson - A fan favorite this year, Sha’Carri Richardson didn’t fail to bounce back in the game. This time she delivers her signature long acrylic nails and glazed lips in a high-ponytail style, a departure from her full glam look in 2019.@sprite

Chase Jackson - Joining the best of beauty is two-time Track & Field Throwing world champion Chase Jackson. Creating different dynamics of figures consistently through her eyes is Chase’s signature on the beauty front. Her appearance on screen delighted us with artistically inclined eyeshadows that perfectly blend with her overall look.@diamondleagueathletics

Simone Biles - Another gold medalist on the list is none other than pro gymnast Simone Biles. She took a snapshot gorgeously doing some quick retouching using Fenty Beauty in the middle of the competition. What stuck with us the most? Her flawless makeup that, even after giving the audience a gold-medal-worthy performance, didn’t budge at all!@simonebiles

Jordan Chiles - Part of the U.S. gymnastics team is Jordan Chiles, seamlessly flaunting her voluminous lashes with clean, fluffy brows and gradient lips, looking flawlessly magnificent while giving a mind blowing gymnastic performance. Oh, and did we forget to mention those bows on her hair? We love!@jordanchiles

Sunisa Lee - Team USA is ruling the beauty scene in the Paris Olympics, and this time Sunisa Lee gave us both beauty and sports respectively. With her nails styled in beige with a white cuticle on the tip, Sunisa also showcased clean beauty inside the competition, with naturally lush lashes and glossy lips.@sunisalee

Rebeca Rodrigues de Andrade - Representing the beauty and athleticism of Brazil, Rebeca Andrade is here to slay, bringing home the gold medal while wearing sleek graphic line eyeshadow during her winning performance. What a triumph for Rebeca and the beauty world!@adidasbrasil

Noah Lyles - A refreshing sight to all beauty enthusiasts, as Noah Lyles, from the men’s track and field category showed off his designed nails in patriotic style, accompanied by his pearl-encrusted corn rows. This man is truly breaking boundaries in this year’s Olympic competition.@nojo18

Laura Tremble - Synchronized swimming is a feat in itself. The sport requires countless hours, dedication, precision, and accuracy to get the desired results. When the athletes are hard working this way, their makeup has to be, too. Case in point: Laura Tremble, who uses Make Up For Ever to ensure waterproof looks for every presentation!@laura_tremble

Aside from their unwavering admiration for beauty, this story is a congratulatory letter to every athlete for winning a medal, whether it’s gold, silver, or bronze—all of them truly served amazing performances. What matters most is their representation and bravery in competing with in sports, with or without makeup, captivating the hearts of audiences around the world.

Text by Ryan Claveria

Banner photos via @sunisalee, @itsshacarri, @chaseypoosp

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