Step 3: Add a Touch of Warmth with Bronzer

Cream bronzers with a silky powder set are perfect for a natural sun-kissed look even in sweater weather. Depending on your preference, apply bronzer to the hollows of your cheeks for contouring or to your cheekbones for a lifted appearance. Blend well on your temples, cheekbones, and the bridge of your nose for a “just-back-from-the-beach” glow.

My favs: Merit The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick and Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzer

Step 4: Pinch Those Cheeks (or Fake It!)

Blush is the key to achieving a youthful flush. A cream, liquid, or stick blush works best for this look. Apply a sheer layer to the apples of your cheeks and blend outward using gentle patting motions. For a dewy finish, cream blushes are ideal, while powder blushes suit oily skin better. A little goes a long way, so start with a small amount and build up if needed.

My fav: Milk Makeup Cream Blush + Lip Color

Step 5: Highlight Your Best Features

Illuminate your face with a dewy highlighter. Lightly swipe it onto your cheekbones, the bridge of your nose, and your Cupid’s bow, then blend it in for a seamless glow. Highlighters with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid or maracuja oil add extra radiance while keeping your skin nourished.

My favs: Merit Day Glow Highlighting Balm and Saie Glowy Super Gel

Step 6: Frame Your Eyes with Defined Lashes

Mascara brings attention to your eyes, completing the natural look. Choose a volumizing or lengthening formula based on your lash goals. A buildable mascara allows you to go from subtle definition to full, fluttery lashes with ease.

Falsies are a great alternative to achieving length and volume you deserve and I love the low maintenance of Lilly Lashes self-adhesive eyelashes.

My favs: Charlotte Tilbury Full Fat Lashes and Too Faced Damn Girl! 24-Hour Mascara

Step 7: Perfect Your Brows

Fluffy brows are a must for the natural makeup aesthetic. Use a precise eyebrow pencil to fill in sparse areas with hair-like strokes. Finish by brushing your brows upward with a clear or tinted gel to hold them in place and create a polished look.

My fav: Milk Makeup The Everyday Eye Trio

Step 8: Add a Subtle Lip Tint

Give your lips a healthy flush of color with a dab of lip stain or tinted balm. Apply the product from the center of your lips outward for a soft, blended effect. Choose shades that mimic your natural lip color or opt for a classic red for a more striking appearance.

My fav: Milk Makeup Cooling Water Jelly Tint

Step 9: Finish with Glossy Lips

Hydration is key to achieving the perfect dewy look. Complete your makeup with a swipe of lip gloss, balm, or oil to add shine and keep your lips looking soft and plump all day long.

My fav: Too Faced Lip Injection Plumping Lip Liner & Gloss Set

Step 10: Finishing Spray

Setting sprays offers several benefits that can lock your makeup in place while creating a polished look by blending makeup layers seamlessly and providing a dewy, natural finish.

My fav: d’Alba White Truffle VEGAN First Spray Serum

The dewy, natural makeup look is all about embracing your natural beauty. These ten steps will help you to achieve a radiant, polished appearance that’s perfect for any occasion. So go ahead, let your inner glow shine through!