The road to winning an Oscar isn't always glamorous, and for some actors, it requires masking their natural beauty.
With the leaps that have been made in special effects and makeup, the art of transforming some of Hollywood's most beautiful faces has taken on an even larger role in separating these individuals from their onscreen characters. And after hours in makeup chairs each day, some of these actors have been rewarded with Oscar nominations and wins.
Here are some stars who dulled down their looks for memorable performances.