Would you be surprised if I told you that putting on makeup enhances the aesthetic appeal of some women? No?

How about if I told you that the same truism applies to porn stars? Still nothing?

Okay, then, what if I told you that someone actually had a thoughtful comment to make about a compilation of photos showing porn stars before and after their cosmetic makeovers?

Yeah? Now we're getting somewhere:

I think it's interesting that these are women whose job is to be physically attractive. That adds a dimension that you wouldn't get with just random people off the street. Also, for me, seeing them without makeup humanizes these women who are often objectified and dehumanized.

A few examples of "makeup artist to the [porn] stars" Melissa Makeup's award-winning makeovers can be seen below. There rest can be found on Instagram.

Alexis Ford

Allie Haze

Brooklyn Lee

Ash Hollywood

[H/T: MetaFilter, photos via Instagram]