Teri Hatcher, 50, goes make-up free as she steps out with teen daughter for dinner at Japanese restaurant in New York City

She knows how to rule the red carpets, but that doesn't mean this star depends on cosmetics and curlers during her off days.

Teri Hatcher, 50, was spotted bare-faced while walking over to dinner at Japonica restaurant on Monday with her 17-year-old daughter, Emerson Tenney, in New York City.

The actress previously admitted being a Botox fan, regularly indulging in the cosmetic injectables in the past, however since 2010 she claimed she had stopped using such treatment.

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Say what? Teri Hatcher was spotted with a wide-eyed expression while chatting and walking over to dinner at Japonica restaurant with her daughter Emerson in New York City on Monday

Say what? Teri Hatcher was spotted with a wide-eyed expression while chatting and walking over to dinner at Japonica restaurant with her daughter Emerson in New York City on Monday

Teri and her lookalike daughter both sported casual attire for the dinner outing and were seen engaging in animated discussion as they crossed the street.

She showed off her toned physique in black leggings paired with a matching wind catcher jacket.

Emerson, meanwhile, looked at ease in a grey t-shirt paired with colorful dry-fit leggings and comfortable slip-on kicks. 

Walk n' talk: The Desperate Housewives actress did appear to be distracted for a moment, but quickly turned her head to listen to her 17-year-old daughter
Walk n' talk: The Desperate Housewives actress did appear to be distracted for a moment, but quickly turned her head to listen to her 17-year-old daughter

Walk n' talk: The Desperate Housewives actress did appear to be distracted for a moment, but quickly turned her head to listen to her 17-year-old daughter

Slip in some silvery sandals this summer like Teri

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The cult classic two strap Birkenstock has now evolved into a thong sandal, and they’re just as much of a guilty pleasure as the original double strap versions. We love ‘em.

Whether you’re working a sport laid back all black minimalist look like Teri or just out and about on vacation in a T-shirt and shorts, you can wear these trendy sandals any way you wish and they’ll still put a cool edge on any daytime look. They’re the sandals of the year!

These German originated sandals should be on the top of your vacation wish list – no shoe will serve you better. They're been around for more than 50 years and they're going to be around for at least another because they're known for their foot beds that mold to your feet.

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The teen toted around her belongings in a trendy over-the-shoulder bag with the inspiring message reading, 'Books not bombs.' 

The Desperate Housewives actress did appear to be distracted for a moment, but quickly turned her attention back to listen to her statuesque daughter.

With her brunette locks secured back in a tousled bun, she displayed a youthful glow hidden slightly underneath her baseball cap.

Dressed to the nines: Teri has been a pro on how to show up looking polished and sophisticated for events, seen here in October of last year, but clearly isn't afraid to take off the face paint

Dressed to the nines: Teri has been a pro on how to show up looking polished and sophisticated for events, seen here in October of last year, but clearly isn't afraid to take off the face paint

Emerson likely has academia in mind as she prepares to leave her famous mom's side to study creative writing in college, still searching the country for the perfect fit.

Since Teri helped Emerson launch her sky-rocketing charitable website, www.Reachandsafe.com, her daughter's philanthropic efforts have been on the rise and gaining recognition.

Her site's mission statement reads: 'We should all be inspired to reach for our dreams with the safety of knowing that someone has our back!'

Do gooders:  Teri and Emerson, seen here in January, have been bonding since they worked together to launch her sky-rocketing charitable website, www.Reachandsafe.com, which has gained major recognition

Do gooders: Teri and Emerson, seen here in January, have been bonding since they worked together to launch her sky-rocketing charitable website, www.Reachandsafe.com, which has gained major recognition

Emerson has been on quite a roll since September 2014, having helped others by volunteering at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles as part of its Third Thursday program.

In January, she also launched a brand new project called Interviews with Artists, which helped raised the $50,000 needed to open the playrooms at the Los Angeles Children’s Hospital for an entire year.

Currently, she is working on a documentary to empower teens to be the impetus of positive change in their communities.

Travel:  TheSmallville star recently took some time off for her own adventure to a popular South American vacation destination known as Machu Picchu

Travel:  TheSmallville star recently took some time off for her own adventure to a popular South American vacation destination known as Machu Picchu

The Smallville star, no stranger to a successful and busy career of her own, has recently taken some time off for her own adventure to a popular South American travel destination.

She captioned a beaming photo: '#InkaRuins! I love when history makes you feel a part of the universe -- like really small but unique at the same time. what an amazing culture and history Peru has.'

Teri opted for a stylish fanny pack for her travels, pairing a long sleeve with fitted khaki pants and a fedora.

Say cheese! She stood in front of several terraced circular depressions and showed her pearly whites, alongside the caption: 'alpaca selfie.'

Say cheese! She stood in front of several terraced circular depressions and showed her pearly whites, alongside the caption: 'alpaca selfie.'

Standing in front of several terraced circular depressions, the brunette beauty showed her pearly whites, alongside the caption: 'alpaca selfie.' 

This opportunity came as part of her four day trek with a Peru tour operator to Machu Picchu, consisting of over seven hour hiking trips up steep mountains.

During their trip, she checked out the ancient Inka laid stone built on an 800 year old path as well as took a portrait with Lois Lane fans at a nearby sweater company.

First-hand view: Her four day trek to Machu Picchu was directed by a Peru tour operator and consisted of over seven hour hiking trips up steep mountains

First-hand view: Her four day trek to Machu Picchu was directed by a Peru tour operator and consisted of over seven hour hiking trips up steep mountains

Terri can be spotted next in her upcoming romantic-comedy Showdown, slated for release in 2016.

She will portray the mother alongside John Michael Higgins in the film, also co-starring Camilla Belle and Nickelodeon's Devon Werkheiser.

The flick has recently entered the post-production phase.


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