Zara Larsson is serving celestial pop-star glamour in her latest makeup photos, but one playful detail has caught fans' attention for a different reason. The Swedish singer's striking new look, shared by her makeup artist Sophia Sinot, appears to poke fun at the controversy surrounding Larsson's recent comments about the internet's infamous 'goon face'.
The photos feature shimmering blue makeup, rosy cheeks and sparkling forehead jewels that fit perfectly with Larsson's colourful pop aesthetic. However, the cheeky caption and one facial expression have prompted speculation that the singer is referencing the controversy.
Zara Larsson Stuns in Blue Glam
Sinot shared a series of images showcasing Larsson in an icy-blue eyeshadow look, complemented by bold pink blush and a circular arrangement of rhinestones across her forehead. The dazzling details, which extend the look's celestial theme, also appear to complement the dreamy visual aesthetic of Larsson's recently released 'Blue Moon' music video.
Fans were quick to praise the makeup artist's work, with several highlighting the glittering details and imaginative styling in the comments. One admirer wrote: 'Sophia Sinot ate with this one. The forehead jewels + blue glitter is pure celestial pop star energy ✨'.
Another fan was particularly impressed by the rhinestones, commenting: 'The forehead piece is doing all the heavy lifting and I'm honestly here for it'. A third declared: 'Girl, that was one of the best makeup looks this era has ever had!'
Other reactions celebrated Sinot's artistry and the overall effect of the look. 'Gurrlllll yuh makeup skills are just so serving literally killing i gonna become a fan of yuh @sophiasinot love you gurll 💕🎀,' one user wrote.
blue goon glam @zaralarsson 🦋😍🌌 pic.twitter.com/FViJPrRYoq
— Sophia Sinot (@sophiasinotx) October 15, 2026
The 'Goon Face' Controversy Explained
What makes the photos particularly interesting is Sinot's caption, which reads: 'blue goon glam'. In one image, Larsson also poses with her eyes playfully crossed, creating an expression that resembles a version of the much-discussed 'goon face'.
The controversy began after Larsson appeared on the Las Culturistas podcast with hosts Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang. During the conversation, she explained that she wanted people on her team to be comfortable being silly, saying she expected them to be able to make a 'goon face' when asked.
Larsson joked that anyone who refused would be fired, adding that the expression was a way to determine whether someone was carefree and comfortable being themselves.
The remarks sparked criticism after the clip circulated online. Some social media users questioned whether such a request was appropriate in a professional environment. It also drew attention to the sexually suggestive meaning of 'gooning', an internet slang term associated with prolonged sexual arousal.
Still, a lot of fans defended the singer, arguing that her comments were intended as humour only.
“The people I work with, we have this thing…I want everyone around me to be able to do a goon face. To me, it’s like, ‘are you free, are you care free, are you yourself, can you be silly?’ If I ask someone on the spot to make a goon face, and they’re like ‘I can’t do this’ I’m… pic.twitter.com/hvY2UT8ObZ
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) October 7, 2026
Did Larsson Respond to the Controversy?
Larsson's latest appearance in Sinot's photos could be interpreted as a playful nod to the controversy, particularly given the caption. However, the post alone does not establish whether the singer intended it as a direct response to the backlash.
The photos arrived around the release of Larsson's 'Blue Moon' music video, which came out on 15 October. The song originally appeared on her fifth studio album, Midnight Sun, released in September 2025, and the new video brings fresh visuals to the track.
