There’s something effortlessly beautiful about a dewy makeup look—it’s fresh, radiant, and perfect for both casual days and low-key glam. But achieving that glow without crossing into oily territory? That’s the real art.
In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through how to create a natural, everyday dewy makeup look that enhances your skin’s natural radiance without looking greasy or overdone.
💧 Step 1: Skin Prep Is Everything
Start with a clean, hydrated base. Apply a lightweight, hydrating serum (look for hyaluronic acid) and follow with a moisturizer that leaves a subtle glow—not shine.
Insider Tip: If you have combination or oily skin, use a mattifying primer on your T-zone and a luminous primer on the high points of your face.
✨ Step 2: Light Coverage Base
Opt for a sheer or light-medium coverage foundation or skin tint. Apply using a damp beauty sponge to keep the finish natural and dewy. Skip heavy powder for now.
Recommended: NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer or Glossier Skin Tint
🌿 Step 3: Cream Products Are Your Friends
Use cream or liquid products for a seamless, skin-like finish.
- Cream blush in peachy or rose tones gives that “from within” glow.
- Liquid highlighter dabbed on the cheekbones, nose bridge, and brow bone reflects light beautifully.
- Cream bronzer can warm up the face without looking cakey.
👁 Step 4: Soft, Glowy Eyes
Swipe a warm-toned cream eyeshadow or shimmer on your lids. Blend softly with your finger for a lived-in look. Add a coat of mascara to open up the eyes.
Optional: Use a brown pencil liner for subtle definition, smudged out for softness.
👄 Step 5: Glossy, Natural Lips
Choose a tinted lip balm or gloss in a nude, peach, or rose tone. Avoid matte formulas—hydration is key to the dewy aesthetic.
☀️ Step 6: Strategic Setting
Use setting powder only where you need it (usually under the eyes and sides of the nose). Keep the glow alive on the cheeks and forehead.
Finish with a hydrating setting spray to lock in the dew and remove powdery residue.
Final Thoughts
This dewy everyday look is perfect for work, weekend brunches, or just when you want to feel glowy and confident. Remember: it’s about enhancing your natural features, not covering them.
Glow gently, stay radiant.
– Team Aavik Insider
