From bare skin to glowy makeup in 8 steps.
This is my go-to routine for natural, dewy, "no-filter" makeup.
All products here are beginner-friendly and work for PH weather.
Best for: dry to combination skin, glass skin lovers
Sections
8
Prep- Hydrating Mist : Caudalie Spray Mist
Primer - for Glow : Any Hydrating /.Illuminating Primer
Base - Skin tint/ Lightweight Foundation
Concealer - Spot Cover Only : Hydrating Concealer
Cream Blush + Liquid Highlighter
Brows - Natural / Fluffy: Brow gel / Brow Pencil
Prep- Hydrating Mist : Caudalie Spray Mist
Why: Hydrates + preps skin so makeup doesn't look cakey
How: Spray after skincare, let it absorb
Note: This is the secret to dewy makeup
Caudalie Beauty Elixir Prep, Set Makeup, Glow Face Mist
Primer - for Glow : Any Hydrating /.Illuminating Primer
Glo Skin Beauty Illuminating Primer
Dry skin girlies, this is for you.
Best for: hydration + glow + makeup prep
Vitamin C brightens while the formula blurs pores.
No cakey makeup, just luminous skin.
My go-to for that "lit from within" base.
Illuminating Makeup Primer with Vitamin C
Base - Skin tint/ Lightweight Foundation
Best Foundations For Combination Skin - Sephora
Finding a foundation for combo skin is hard. These 3 actually work.
Best for: oily T-zone + dry cheeks
1. **REVEAL THE REAL** - Soft radiant finish, Light coverage
Perfect if you want that skin-like...
Best Foundations For Combination Skin
ILIA Serum Foundation
Makeup + Skincare in one.
Best for: dry, dehydrated, and glass skin lovers
Why I love it: It's literally a serum that gives coverage.
Feels like nothing on skin but gives that natural, healthy glow.
No cakey look, no settling ...
Serum Foundation
Concealer - Spot Cover Only : Hydrating Concealer
Sephora Best Skin Ever Concealer
Best for: dry skin + dark circles
Coverage: Medium to full | Finish: Natural
No creasing. No dryness. Just hydrated coverage.
My holy grail for under-eyes and spot concealing.
Best Concealers for Dry Skin
Cream Blush + Liquid Highlighter
Rare Beauty Liquid Luminizer
Best for: natural, dewy glow
Finish: Luminous | Texture: Lightweight liquid
No glitter fallout. Just skin-like radiance.
My go-to for glass skin makeup. Tap with fingers for max glow.
Liquid Highlighters
NARS Illuminating Blush
Best for: dewy, luminous cheeks
Finish: Illuminating | Use: Blush + highlight + contour
Adds color and glow at the same time.
The secret to "I woke up like this" skin.
NARS Blush - Blush, Contour, Highlighting
Brows - Natural / Fluffy: Brow gel / Brow Pencil
Sephora Brow Pencil
Best for: defined but natural brows
Features: Ultra-fine tip | Waterproof | Long lasting
Medium coverage for that "my brows but better" look.
Perfect for beginners. Easy to control, hard to mess up.
Eyebrow Gels
Mascara + Tinted Lip : Tubing Mascara + lip tint
Best Tubing Mascara
Best for: length + no smudges
Formula: Tubing | Finish: Separated + stretched lashes
Survives sweat, tears, and humidity.
Removes with just warm water. A game changer for sensitive eyes.
Best Tubing Mascara
Totally Juicy Lip Tint
Best for: hydrating color
Finish: Juicy, glossy | Formula: Non-drying tint
Long-wearing color without the tight, dry feeling.
My go-to for fresh, healthy-looking lips.
Lip Tints & Lip Stains
Setting - Dewy Setting Spray
Dewy Set Setting Spray
Best for: dewy, long-lasting makeup
Finish: Radiant, skin-like | Key: Sets without dulling
Makes makeup last + adds extra glow.
The last spritz that makes everything look seamless.