Celebrity Transformations Megan Fox's Beauty Evolution From the Early Aughts to Now She's an attention grabber — intentional or not. By Krista Carter Krista Carter Krista Carter is a writer and editor with nearly a decade of experience working in beauty and fashion. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on January 9, 2023 @ 09:02AM Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Alexander Tamargo/Getty From her early days playing Makaela Banes in Transformers to her recent Machine Gun Kelly-inspired makeover, Megan Fox has experimented with a number of beauty aesthetics. Whether she's channeling Pam Anderson or coordinating outfits with her beau, Fox continues to serve up some serious beauty and fashion inspiration. Megan Fox Is No Longer Hiding Ahead, we chronicle her beauty evolution from the '00s to today. 01 of 22 2001 Seth Poppel/Yearbook Library Fox spent her teenage years in the early aughts, hence, the pencil-thin brows, glossy lips, and stick-straight hair that define her look here. 26 Questionable '00s Trends That Have Unfortunately Returned 02 of 22 2004 Evan Agostini/Getty Images Fox went high-gloss for the premiere of Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen in sparkly silver shadow. Her raven retro waves add a touch of Old Hollywood glam. 03 of 22 2004 Globe Photo The bronzed beauty got creative with a cinnamon-hued updo. The shade perfectly complements her skin's warm undertones. Bronzer, anyone? 04 of 22 2005 Katy Winn/Getty Images The Hope & Faith star showed off her freckles with an all-natural look. To get her defined lashes, prep with an eyelash curler before applying lengthening mascara. Out of 34 Tested, These 10 Mascaras Are the Best for Long, Volumized Lashes 05 of 22 2007 Jeffrey Mayer/Getty Images Fox went full-on Hollywood siren with glossy red lips and strong brows for the L.A. premiere of Transformers. She wore her hair loose and down, proving that straight hair can be incredibly versatile and styled in myriad ways — if you so choose. 06 of 22 2007 Celebrity Photo Following her star-making turn in Transformers, Fox tried out a retro bouffant for the GQ Men of the Year awards. This might not be an everyday style — unless you're Cher, that is — but if you've got fine tresses it's ace at instantly boosting volume and feigning fullness. 07 of 22 2008 Landov The actress let her natural beauty shine, playing up her best features. A little pink gloss goes a long way in enhancing her Jolie-esque lips at the MTV Movie Awards. So simple, yet so stunning. 08 of 22 2009 Florian Seefried/WireImage Fox chose a low ponytail with a sleek center part for the Berlin premiere of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. It's effortless sophistication at its finest. 09 of 22 2009 Andy Cooper/Celebrity Photo The Jennifer's Body bombshell made the most of her natural beauty with light gloss and loose waves. Meanwhile, sultry eye makeup highlights her enchanting blue eyes. Eye Shapes and Everything to Know About Applying Makeup for Each 10 of 22 2009 Floria Seefried/Getty Images How do you get a flawless complexion? Follow Fox's lead and invest in the right makeup and skincare products. Strong brows and dark, loose waves lend a nice contrast. 11 of 22 2010 Jason Merritt/Getty Images Fox rocked retro curls for the premiere of Jonah Hex. To replicate her style, opt for a jumbo-sized hot roller, such as Conair Hot Rollers, and curl toward your face. Finish with a shine-inducing spray, like Healthy Sexy Hair Smooth & Seal Anti-Frizz & Shine Spray. 12 of 22 2011 Steve Granitz/WireImage Fox captured quintessential Hollywood glam at the Golden Globes. Long sculpted waves add movement and dimension to her mane's chocolate brown color. "I gradually lightened her hair," said Zand. "She went from jet black to a medium brown with golden highlights." 13 of 22 2012 Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic The new mom wore her locks long and straight for a gala event. But the real star of the show is her dewy skin. 14 of 22 2013 Tammie Arroyo / AFF-USA.COM "Megan wanted to have a moment on the red carpet, showing off a more confident, sophisticated, and softer side," Fox's hairstylist Renato Campora said of her Golden Globes waves. Her subtle smoky eye keeps with the aesthetic. 15 of 22 2014 Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Avon The face of Avon's Instinct fragrances wore her ombré locks in loose waves. Her light pink makeup lends a romantic undertone. 16 of 22 2015 Mark Davis/Getty This Fox-y lady showed off her bold brows and impressive cheekbones with simple light facial makeup and a gleaming fuchsia lip. 17 of 22 2016 Alexander Tamargo/Getty The Transformers actress wore an '80s-inspired bubble gum pink lip and silvery eye makeup that has us swooning. And did you notice her brows? Those are some impeccable arches. Everything You Need to Know About Microblading Your Eyebrows 18 of 22 2017 Victor Chavez/ Getty Images At the Liverpool Fashion Fest, Fox donned long ombré waves that feel it-girl cool. If you're the low-maintenance type, this gradual brown-to-blonde blend makes experimenting with color a breeze. 19 of 22 2019 Rodin Eckenroth / Getty Images Here, the brunette bombshell pairs messy beach waves with a neutral makeup palette. The result is visually effortless. 20 of 22 2021 Jerritt Clark / Getty Images After her divorce from Brian Austin Green, Fox started a new chapter of her life that included a new flame, Machine Gun Kelly, and a new look. Long and tousled jet-black hair with deep burgundy lips and bold brows make her a force to be reckoned with. Megan Fox Is No Longer Hiding 21 of 22 2022 Axelle / Bauer-Griffin / FilmMagic Fox stepped out with a full-on fringe at the Billboard Music Awards that made us do a double take. Not only do bangs totally transform her look, but their lash-grazing length highlights her heavily-lined eyes. Not ready to commit to bangs? Consider clip-ins. Megan Fox Paired Her New Bangs with an Extreme High-Slit Gown at the Billboard Music Awards 22 of 22 2022 Jamie McCarthy / Getty Images At "Machine Gun Kelly's Life In Pink," premiere, Fox took a theme and ran with it. From her ultra-long blush pink tresses to her frosted pink makeup and two-toned pink ensemble, she definitely showed up to support her fiancé — and established herself as a beauty icon while doing so. Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly Had Coordinating Pink Hair and Outfits for Their Latest Date Night