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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “No Makeup Selfie” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21806 of the collection, and the 187th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “No Makeup Selfie” meme mean?
This meme celebrates raw authenticity and challenges societal pressures on female appearance. By posting without cosmetics, users display confidence and solidarity. It transforms personal vulnerability into a collective act of support for cancer research. The trend emphasizes that real beauty does not require filters or heavy makeup.
Where does the “No Makeup Selfie” meme come from?
The phenomenon began in March 2014 after writer Laura Lippman tweeted support for actress Kim Novak following her Oscar appearance without makeup. On March 18, 2014, 18-year-old Fiona Cunningham created a Facebook page titled 'No Makeup Selfie'. This initiative turned into a fundraising campaign for Cancer Research UK. The charity amplified the movement, causing it to go viral across social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram as people shared their natural photos to encourage donations.
- 2014Laura Lippman tweets support for Kim Novak after the Oscars.
- March 18, 2014Fiona Cunningham launches the No Makeup Selfie Facebook page.
How to use the “No Makeup Selfie” meme
- Post a recent photo without editing to show confidence in your natural look.
- Join a charity awareness campaign by sharing your bare face to support cancer research.
- Tag friends in the comments to invite them to take the authentic selfie challenge.
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The “No Makeup Selfie” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 63/100 · #187 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “No Makeup Selfie” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; No Makeup Selfie comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is no makeup selfie?
It was a viral challenge in March 2014 where users posted bare-faced photos to support Cancer Research UK.
Who started no makeup selfie?
The initiative is credited to Fiona Cunningham, a young Scot who created the original Facebook page on March 18, 2014.
No makeup selfie origin?
The movement started with a Laura Lippman tweet supporting Kim Novak, then structured via Fiona Cunningham's Facebook page.
How do I get the No Makeup Selfie meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “No Makeup Selfie” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the No Makeup Selfie card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Why the 'no make-up selfies' campaign raised £2m · [PDF] Selfies as Charitable Meme: Charity and National Identity in the ... · No makeup, no problem? - The Queen's Journal · checked on October 15, 2026.
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