Unlike mainstream pageants where heavy makeup is the norm, nudist events often prefer "natural makeup" or none at all, emphasizing authentic beauty. Etiquette and Safety
By the mid-1980s, the popularity of these large-scale public contests declined. Today, most nudist pageants are private, family-oriented events focused on community building rather than commercial publicity. Judging Criteria and Philosophy pure nudism pageants
In the 1950s and 60s, nudist resorts frequently held "royalty contests" to select a king and queen of the club. These were often informal and judged by audience applause. Unlike mainstream pageants where heavy makeup is the