SZA in a black top wearing a large, round auburn afro wig.
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Beauty

SZA’s Beauty Evolution, From 'Childs Play' to 'Hit Different'

See her best beauty moments through the years.

by Tanisha Pina

While SZA remains relatively private, the singer-songwriter still delivers looks — especially on the beauty front. Click through to see some of her best beauty moments of all time, from her demo tapes to 2020's "Hit Different."

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2014

In the early days, SZA kept things casual with shoulder-length curls and faux freckles.

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2015

Early on the scene, SZA often opted for bright, bold orange-red curls.

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2015

During this red carpet appearance, the singer added faux freckles to her soft, natural glam.

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2016

With glowing, clean skin, SZA wore a swooping strawberry blonde wig for this festival appearance.

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2017

Long, bouncy curls set the tone for this look, paired with neutral, glossy glam.

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2017

One word: volume.

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2018

SZA wore her hair in a rare straight and silky middle part style, accentuated by dramatic lashes and rosy cheeks.

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2018

This ethereal look for the Grammys was a fan favorite, featuring long, tight waves separated by a middle part.

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2019

A throwback to her early beauty days, SZA wore a voluminous, muted red afro wig to this panel event.

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2019

This stunning updo featured a very '90s prom twist, with curled tendrils framing her face.

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2020

For one of her last in-person appearances of 2020, SZA opted for her classic look of major hair volume and a neutral beat.

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2020

The "Hit Different" music video featured countless stunning looks from SZA, but this beaded bangs and braids look will be a forever-iconic one in her story.