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[minkbunny]

© Cousart/JFXimages/WENN.com Jennifer Aniston on set of 'Cake' in April 2014

Most movie stars spend a lot of time in the makeup chair.

They're naturally good-looking, sure, but harsh lighting and high-def lenses are kind to no one. Jennifer Aniston got the rare chance to throw her foundation to the wind in Cake — and wearing no makeup during filming, she revealed Saturday at Deadline's "Contenders" panel, was "so fabulous, and so dreamy and empowering and liberating."

"The only time I had to sit in the makeup chair was just for scars," she added. And indeed, we've gotten several glimpses of Jen's character, Claire Simmons, with a prominent mark on her face.

In the drama, which is already drawing Oscar-buzz, Claire is in a support group for people who suffer from chronic pain. Presumably, the scar on her face is a lingering visible reminder of whatever accident or trauma she endured's the source of this pain.

"When I read the script, I was ready to disappear." Jen said. "It was so empowering and liberating to just put scars on my face."

In the Daniel Barnz-directed movie, Jen's character delves into the life of another group member (played by Anna Kendrick) who commits suicide. Ultimately, she develops a relationship with her former group member's widower (played by Sam Worthington

[september]

So, if I'm reading this correctly....this is a scar that was put on her face for a movie role?

[croemer]

On 11/6/2014 september said:

So, if I'm reading this correctly....this is a scar that was put on her face for a movie role?

I believe so september.

[Deb1010again]

She still looks good although it's an awkward pose.

[SnowPink]

****screams****

[september]

I have to say..it must be hard for stars to show their faces to the public when they aren't glammed up. I wear some basic makeup items any time I go out. And no one will ever be taking photos of me and posting them online.

[Marienkaefer2]

I have seen several celebs with no makeup. They look very ordinary. They're just like the rest of us.

[Tyak]

Make up is a wonderful thing!

[croemer]

On 11/6/2014 sophiamarie said:

[Shorty2U]

What I take from this is, Im glad they're making a movie about chronic pain which I live with daily.

Could care less who looks like what with or without make up! lol