There’s something comforting about a go-to makeup routine—one that makes you feel polished, fresh, and still like yourself. Over the years, I’ve simplified my everyday routine down to the products I trust to give me a natural, glowy finish without too much fuss. Below is my exact step-by-step and the products I reach for daily.
Step 1: Hydration First
Before anything else, I prep my skin with the Avène Cleanance HYDRA Soothing Cream. It’s ultra-gentle and gives me the perfect hydrated base—especially when my skin is feeling a little dry or sensitive.
Step 2: Natural, Radiant Base
For foundation, I use the Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation in shade 4.75 (or 4 when I have a bit of a tan). It gives the most beautiful radiant finish without feeling heavy—perfect for that barely-there, luminous skin look.
Step 3: Conceal + Brighten
I follow up with the Kosas Revealer Super Creamy + Brightening Concealer in shade 1.5C. It blends like a dream and adds just the right amount of brightness under the eyes and around any redness.
Step 4: Brows
For daytime, I keep it simple with Glossier Boy Brow in either Transparent or Blonde for a soft and natural hold.
In the evening, I define my brows using the Benefit Goof Proof Waterproof Easy Shape & Fill Eyebrow Pencil in Neutral Blonde, and then go over with Glossier Boy Brow in Transparent to lock everything in place. It gives just the right amount of shape without looking overdone.
Step 5: Set + Control Shine
I gently set everything using the Fenty Beauty Invisimatte Instant Setting + Blotting Powder (Universal). It’s translucent and keeps me from looking shiny while still letting the glow peek through.
Step 6: Warm It Up
To bring dimension and warmth, I sweep on the Sephora Matte Bronzer in Golden Gateway. It’s buildable and never patchy—just a soft sunkissed bronze that ties everything together.
Step 7: A Bit of Color
I love using the Anastasia Beverly Hills Stick Blush in Soft Rose as a blush. It blends out so smoothly and gives the cheeks a healthy, flushed finish that looks effortlessly natural.
Step 8: Lock It In
To finish the skin, I mist with Makeup Forever Mist & Fix. It sets everything beautifully and helps my makeup last throughout the day without feeling tight or heavy.
Step 9: Effortless Lashes
For mascara, I use the Glossier Lash Slick and switch between shades depending on the time of day. I like to use Brown during the day for a softer, more natural look, and Black at night for a little extra definition. It lengthens beautifully without clumping—perfect for that clean, polished finish.
Step 10: Everyday Lip Combo
This lip pairing has been my go-to for years:
- MAC Lip Pencil in Whirl for a softly defined shape
- MAC Satin Lipstick in Viva Glam II for the perfect nude-pink with a satin finish
Final Thoughts
This routine takes me under 10 minutes and makes me feel ready for the day—whether I’m heading out or staying in. All of these products are ones I reach for again and again because they just work. I’m all about keeping it minimal, clean, and timeless.
Let me know if you’ve tried any of these, or what’s in your everyday makeup lineup!
