The Best Beauty Marks Since Cindy Crawford

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It’s hard to believe that Cindy Crawford turns 50 today, having retired from modeling only recently (this month in fact). And if there’s one thing this supermodel slash mom is famous for, it’s that iconic dot above her lip. The inexplicable allure of a well-placed beauty mark has been a phenomenon throughout history. Rumor has it that growing up, Crawford wanted it removed but luckily her mother talked her out of it. The rest, as they say, is history. With the help of her million-dollar mole, the small-town beauty would soon find herself launching a legendary career that has spanned decades.

These days, celebs like Blake Lively and Kate Upton have revived the Old World glamour of Crawford’s signature look, inspiring their fair share of followers to draw on their own with the help of an eye pencil.

Moles, birthmarks, beauty marks: call them what you will, but they’ve graced some of the most beautiful faces of pop culture, both past and present. Here, a look back at our favorite spots since the supermodel herself.

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