How celebrities are switching up their style while self-isolating, from going grey to growing beards
Self-isolation, social distancing and shelter-in-place orders during the coronavirus pandemic mean salons and barber shops are shuttering.
Though many celebrities own mansions outfitted with home gyms, spa-worthy digs and personal staff, some are adjusting to the coronavirus quarantine by embracing DIY manicures and cuts, rugged beards and at-home hair colour.
Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Kyle Richards used her downtime to show fans how she touches up her own roots with a box of Clairol, as did Teri Hatcher.
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But others are giving their natural grey hair a chance to grow.
Kelly Ripa — who snuck in one last Botox appointment before self-isolating — exposed her grey roots on Instagram Stories after a week of staying home.
Kevin Hart also revealed himself to be a “frequent dyer” who is now leaving his “s***load of grey hair” alone.
Jim Carrey, meanwhile, announced his intentions to grow a beard “until we all go back to work,” sharing a selfie of his facial fuzz.
Others vowed to follow suit, while Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams quipped, “Gonna do this with my armpits.”
Day 1. I’m growing a beard until we all go back to work. I’ll post reg pics so you can marvel at the miracle of my meaningless transformation. Normally, I try to stay on the cutting edge of entertainment. Now I shall conquer the uncutting edge. Please join me. #letsgrowtogether pic.twitter.com/UaLQjwlGfh
— Jim Carrey (@JimCarrey) March 23, 2020
Will Smith also used his own hirsute moment to inspired a video montage featuring his memorable movie moments, digitally adding grey-flecked beards.
Former presidential candidate and recent Jimmy Kimmel fill-in host Pete Buttigieg also showed off some scruff.
Pete Buttigieg is growing a beard. pic.twitter.com/Yxvp3z0elp
— andrew kaczynski🤔 (@KFILE) March 25, 2020
Though he’s usually dispensing makeovers to other people on Queer Eye, reality star Jonathan Van Ness gave himself a grooming update while self-isolating.
Van Ness documented his transformation as he shaved off his beard and full handlebar moustache.
Singer Pink also went for a crop — for better or worse.
The pop star posted a video admitting that she drunkenly cut her own hair while at home, resulting in a slightly butchered pixie cut.
Blake Shelton is also leaning into his dramatic ‘do: the “quarantine mullet.”
The country singer posted a video of girlfriend Gwen Stefani caressing his locks after shaving stripes above his ears.
Quarantine mullet update 3/26/2020... @gwenstefani has decided to take it to the next level.. Stripes. pic.twitter.com/XZJzWOoAd5
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) March 26, 2020
Actor Anthony Rapp, meanwhile, went for a full buzz cut.
On a lighter note...quarantine haircut! pic.twitter.com/e1n5v0miT7
— Anthony Rapp @🏡 (@albinokid) March 26, 2020
Not everyone is ready to give up their creature comforts while cooped up, however.
A home-bound Ashley Graham showed off bold eye makeup on Instagram, telling fans that “getting ready and feeling like I am in my routine for a few minutes of the day gave me a short escape from the brain fog I’ve been feeling.”