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My Foundation-Free, Glowy Makeup Routine
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Hallie Cisson
A radiant, natural look - no foundation needed! This is my go-to glowy makeup routine that keeps skin fresh, hydrated, and youthful-looking without feeling heavy. Perfect for busy mornings or anyone who wants that “your-skin-but-better” finish. ✨ Pr...
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Step 1. Cleanse + Moisturize
 
Step 2. Prime, Glowy Base + Conceal
 
Step 3. Bronze, Blush + Highlight
 
Step 4. Eyes That Pop, Brows That Define
 
Step 5. Subtle Lip + Set That Pretty Face

Step 1. Cleanse + Moisturize

Start with clean, hydrated skin. I wash with La Roche-Posay for a gentle cleanse that never strips moisture, then swipe on Byoma toner to balance and prep my skin. A few drops of The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid lock in hydration, and Vanicream Moisturiz...
 
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My tried-and-true daily cleanser. It gets my skin clean without ever feeling tight or dry - just soft, fresh, and ready for skincare. A must if you’ve got sensitive or combo skin.
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Purifying Foaming Cleanser
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A quick swipe of this after cleansing brings my skin back to life. It’s hydrating, barrier-friendly, and makes my serums sink in better. Try this if you love that “glass skin” feeling.
BYOMA Hydrating Milky Toner - 5.07 fl oz
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Simple, affordable, and so good. I press a few drops in while my skin’s still damp - instant plump, juicy skin every time.
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 Serum
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My secret to that glowy, glazed-skin finish. Smells amazing and gives the prettiest sheen. I use it under or on top of makeup for extra radiance ✨
Glow Recipe Watermelon Niacinamide Dew Drops
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Brightens, tightens, and makes concealer go on like a dream. I notice my under-eyes look more awake and smooth.
NEOCUTIS Lumiere Firm Anti-Aging Eye Cream
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Step 2. Prime, Glowy Base + Conceal

Since this is foundation-free, I rely on glow and coverage in all the right places. I start with Saie Glowy Super Gel for an all-over radiant base, then apply Revision Intellishade Original — it’s a tinted moisturizer that evens tone while protecting...
 
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If you love a radiant, healthy-skin glow - this is it. One of my favorites! I apply it all over, prior to my SPF skin tint.
Saie Glowy Super Gel - Hydrating Primer & Glow Serum
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This does everything — moisturizes, evens tone, protects with SPF, and gives that light, blurred tint. I’ve tried several tinted SPFs but I always go back to this one. If you’re over 30, try it!!
Revision Intellishade SPF 45 Tinted Sunscreen
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The perfect spot concealer - creamy, blends easily, and doesn’t cake. I tap it on with my finger for a natural, skin-like finish.
NARS Soft Matte Concealer Light 2 Vanilla
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A little goes a long way! Covers dark circles without settling into lines. It’s my go-to for bright, rested-looking eyes (even on mom-tired mornings).
IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer Waterproof
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This locks it all in. I mist before and after makeup — helps everything melt together and keeps that glow all day. Highly recommend grabbing the mini for your purse!
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray
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Step 3. Bronze, Blush + Highlight

I warm up my complexion with Benefit Hoola Bronzer - it gives a natural sun-kissed tone without looking muddy. Then I add a pop of soft color with bareMinerals Blush, which melts beautifully into the skin for that healthy flush. A touch of Rare Beaut...
 
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A cult classic for a reason. Adds warmth without looking orange - I use it to give my face a little shape and life.
Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzer Mini .14 oz
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Soft, natural flush that blends like a dream. It gives that healthy, just-been-outside-for-a-minute glow.
bareMinerals Loose Mineral Powder Blush, Vegan
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Love this product so much. I dust on my cheek bones, nose and sometimes on eyelids or corner of eyes. It blends so nicely and the perfect touch for that fresh glowy look.
Rare Beauty Light Silky Touch Highlighter Exhilarate 0.098 oz
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Step 4. Eyes That Pop, Brows That Define

For a natural but lifted look, I curl my lashes and swipe on ILIA Limitless Lash Mascara - it lengthens and separates without clumps. I make my blue eyes pop with Bobbi Brown Liner Stick in Chocolate Brown + touch of color with Rare Beauty Shadow Sti...
 
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An old-school essential that still works wonders. A quick curl before mascara makes my eyes look instantly more awake.
Tweezerman Classic Eyelash Curler 1034-R
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I use this in chocolate brown to make my blue-eyes pop! I apply on upper lash line and if I’m feeling fancy, I’ll also use on bottom, outer 1/4 of my lash line and drag out for a mini car eyes to lift my eyes. Trust me, the price is so worth it - I l...
Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Waterproof Cream Liner
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I just got this but loving it. Adds a subtle, glowy color to my lids - brightens my eyes and it doesn’t settle in my creases!
Rare Beauty All of the Above Eyeshadow Stick
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Lengthens, defines, and never clumps. Clean formula and easy to remove - I keep repurchasing because nothing else compares.
ILIA Limitless Lash Mascara - Soft Black
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My holy-grail brow pencil. Fills in sparse spots without looking fake - just soft, natural brows every time.
Anastasia Beverly Hills - Brow Wiz
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The ultimate brow lamination in a tube. Keeps everything lifted and in place all day long… and no white flakes hanging around!
Benefit 24-HR Brow Setter setting gel Clear
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Step 5. Subtle Lip + Set That Pretty Face

I keep lips soft and neutral with ILIA Lip Crayon, topped with a hint of Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask for shine and moisture. Then I seal everything in with one more spritz of Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Spray - it melts makeup together and keeps that fr...
 
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Creamy, comfortable, and the perfect “my lips but better” color. I toss it in my bag for touch-ups - no mirror needed.
ILIA Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon - Pampas
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The best lip mask ever. I wear it overnight and during the day as a glossy balm. Smells like dessert and makes my lips feel baby-soft. I love it over the Ilia lip crayon.
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask with Vitamin C
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A final mist of this ties everything together. It makes my skin look glowy, fresh, and keeps my makeup from sliding - total game-changer.
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray
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