We've said it before and we'll say it again: Jennifer Garner is ageless. From her stint as Jenna Rink circa 2004 to her wholesome fruit-picking IG video shared just last month, the actor could be anywhere between 25 and 50 years old. Either we're living in an augmented Mandela effect reality or the actor has a darn good skincare routine. Take your pick.
Having been given the choice, the latter is what we're rolling with today after Jen shared a throwback picture on her Instagram Story.
Coming to us via a partnership with Kitchen Aid, the star posted a snap from around 29 (!!) years ago. "I come by my partnership with @kitchenaidusa honestly... My very own hand mixer for my 22nd birthday. #KitchenAidAmbassador #ad," she writes, giving context to the pic.
As shown above, Jen proves that she has not changed one bit since her early 20s. Though, in equal parts, she ~somehow~ looks completely unrecognisable? I guess that's what you call ageing gracefully?!
Though, make it known, we are certainly pro-do whatever the f*ck you want! Injectables? You do you.
Dwelling about the circle of life aside, can we also just take a mo' to appreciate the 13 Going On 30 casting? I mean, this picture of young Jennifer could very well be young Jenna, aka, Christa B. Allen. IYKYK.
Casting, production and everyone involved in the iconic movie, we applaud you. Oh, and we applaud you, too, Jen for your evidently thorough skincare routine!
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Lia Mappoura (she/her) is the Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK, with over four years of experience reporting across the brand's print, social, video and digital platforms. Lia covers everything from emerging trend analysis to viral celebrity hair and makeup moments, making her an expert at spotting the season’s next big beauty look (before it takes over social media feeds).
In 2025, she was named The Rising Media Star at the Love Perfume Awards with The Perfume Shop, recognised for her outstanding digital fragrance content and for building genuine authority within the space. She is passionate about challenging outdated beauty stereotypes, championing inclusive representation in beauty, and educating readers on the trends, products and conversations shaping the industry today. Follow her on Instagram or find her on LinkedIn.
