These Products Are My Secret to Dewy, Sun-Kissed Skin

With summer just around the corner, I've been feeling the need to refresh my makeup routine and embrace my summer glow. Lately, I've been all about that dewy, sun-kissed vibe—the kind of look that says "I woke up like this" (even if it took 15 minutes and a good concealer to pull it off). The ultimate goal is to achieve radiant skin that looks hydrated and bronzed, like I just spent a summer in the South of France versus in front of my laptop.
Over the years, I've tried almost every glow-boosting product on the market, but recently, I've discovered a handful that I keep reaching for. And when something makes it into my everyday rotation, you know it's really good. These products are my new ride-or-dies, the ones I reach for when I want to look like I've had 10 hours of sleep, a green juice, and maybe a facial all before 9 a.m. From the sheer foundation that magically makes my complexion look even to the bronzer that gives me cheekbones I didn't know I had, these are the glowy formulas that have earned a permanent spot in my routine.
This iconic bronzing cream from Chanel may have gone viral a few years ago, but its appeal is truly timeless. It creates the most stunning sun-kissed glow, blending seamlessly to give the impression that you've just spent the day basking in the sun. It's a true staple that belongs in every makeup bag.
I like to layer this on right after moisturizer and just before primer, and my skin thanks me for it. It creates a smooth, hydrated base that makes makeup go on easily and keeps it looking fresh long after the day (or night) is over.
A quick swipe of this highlighter stick, and my skin looks like it's been hit by golden hour. The creamy formula blends like a dream, leaving behind the lit-from-within glow that makes people ask which skincare products I'm using.
It's incredible how using this one product can make my skin look completely refreshed, as if all my skin concerns—acne, dark spots—have vanished. It's the perfect formula for achieving a natural radiance that stays with you all day.
I love using this liquid cream blush as a base before layering on powder blush. The combination enhances the look, creating a flush that feels like your skin, only better. This liquid blush from Saie is a true standout, leaving the skin with a beautiful finish that's hard to beat.
Blush has easily become my favorite step in my makeup routine, and this powder from Chanel is an absolute standout you need to try. It applies so smoothly, with just the right amount of pigmentation to give me that ideal rosy flush.
This two-in-one bronzer is a total game changer, blending cream and powder formulas in one sleek compact. What makes it stand out is the unique application technique: Instead of the usual cream-then-powder order, you start with the powder side to warm up your complexion, then follow with the cream side to bring it to life and give your face a natural, bronzed glow.
I swear by this serum. I love using it morning and night, but it's especially a must before makeup. It's the only serum I've found that makes a visible difference in brightening my complexion and fading dark spots with consistent use. It's truly worth every penny.
I used to think primer was unnecessary and didn't make much of a difference—until I tried this one. My makeup has seriously never looked more flawless than it does when I use this primer as my base. It creates the ideal canvas for everything that follows.
This has easily become my most used product of 2025—and for very good reason. Dab it on your under-eyes and the high points of your face before concealer, and watch as it transforms your complexion with a luminous glow.
I love layering this lip liner under gloss. It's the ideal pink-brown shade that sculpts and defines, creating the perfect base for any lip look. Just add a swipe of gloss over it, and you've got a foolproof combo that looks amazing every time.
Chanel truly nailed it with this lip product. It's one of my absolute favorites, delivering the perfect glossy pop of color while leaving my lips looking luminous and plump every single time.
I've tried nearly every popular concealer on the market, but I always find my way back to this one from Hourglass. The coverage is buildable and brightening, never cakey or heavy, and somehow it smooths everything out without settling into fine lines. It's the only formula that truly makes me look like I got eight hours of sleep–even when I didn't.
A little shimmer on the eyes is always a good idea, and while I love a classic powder shadow, this highlighter stick from Haus Labs makes application easy. A single swipe across the lids (or high points of the face) delivers a soft, ethereal glow that catches the light in all the right ways.
This setting spray is my secret weapon for keeping my makeup looking fresh and locked in for hours. I genuinely don't know what I'd do without it, especially when I want everything to melt together with a dewy, radiant finish.
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