Dewy Skin, Matte Details: The Trend Combo That’s Actually Genius

The perfect complexion combo does exist–and it’s a dewy matte finish. Ever notice how some people seem to have skin that glows but isn’t shiny? That’s it, that’s the look. It’s dewy, radiant and softly matte, too. The genius is in the product placement details. We know what you're thinking if you’re an oily skin gal. And yes, you can actually pull off this look. All it takes is the right products in all the right places. Welcome to your spring-summer dream skin.

Step One: Prime Time

As with any good makeup tutorial, it’s all about the skin prep and hydration. This will help you create the smoothest base. After moisturizing your skin, reach for this mattifying primer. This waterproof formula will help keep any oily skin areas in check, so your makeup will look fresher for longer. It will also help minimize the look of your pores, making your skin look seamless, which is key to pulling off the dewy matte skin look.

Step Two: Ace your Base

Achieving dewy skin is a matter of finding the right skin base makeup for you. For this look, you can skip the matte foundation and pick up a lightweight soft glam filter fluid or tinted serum instead. Prefer a low-maintenance application? Go for this soft glam filter stick. It smoothes your skin with an optical filter effect, and its lightweight formula gives skin a luminous, dewy finish. Apply your product to areas of the face that need evening out, and be sure to blend well. Be sure to cover any dark circles or blemishes using a brightening concealer for best results.

Step Three: Blush and Highlight

One of the hallmarks of a great dewy matte makeup look is glowing, flushed cheeks. This is the area of the face that catches the most light due to surface area alone. Pick up this blush multi stick and apply it to the apples of the cheeks for a gorgeous skin glow. This ultra-creamy and blendable formula packs moisturizing ingredients like castor oil and vitamin E for that special skin gleam. At this stage, your skin should be looking dewy, so if it is, you’re on the right track!

Step Four: Set for Success

You’ve reached the crucial part of the matte and dewy makeup tutorial–the powder stage. You’re probably thinking, why would powder make sense for dewy skin? We’re one step ahead. Think of this stage as strategic powdering. The goal is to make certain areas of the face matte so the dewy parts can stand out. You’ll want to concentrate mattifying powder on the T zone: the forehead, nose and chin. These areas tend to produce the most oil and contribute to excess shine throughout the day. By now, you should have a soft matte T zone and glowing cheeks.

Step Five: Add a Finishing Touch

To lock in your dewy matte makeup look, mist on a fixing spray. This formula is quick drying and will help extend your makeup wear and make it look better for longer. Consider this your dewy matte makeup insurance policy!