The Active Edit

The Ultimate No-Makeup Makeup Look

written by: Maddie - Beauty Editorpublished on 24 Aug, 2022

Our Beauty Editors Top Picks for a No-makeup Makeup Look

The ‘no makeup makeup look’ is a go-to look at the moment. Everyone wants to keep that clean, minimal look, letting your natural tones shine through your makeup. I must say, a minimal, no makeup look is my go-to as I like to let my skin breathe. To do this it’s all about the prep, prime and lightweight coverage, which is why I have listed a few of my favourite products that I use to create that lightweight, glowy and natural base.

YOUNGBLOOD HYDRA-GLOW TREATMENT BALM 30ML

Use this under your foundation for an extra intense glow, or wear it alone for a super natural base. This primer is combined with luxe skin nutrients and shea butter, which helps the cream to melt into the skin to give that beautiful, natural glow. 

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EMBRYOLISSE COMPLEXION ILLUMINATING VEIL BB CREAM 

This product is great for both makeup and your skincare, due to its combination of ingredients including, Hyaluronic Acid, Fruit Acids and antioxidant Vitamin E. I highly recommend this product if you want your natural skin to shine through because its hybrid formula has self-adjusting pigments to help even out your complexion. Top Tip: Apply from the centre of your face and work outward!

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ELIZABETH ARDEN FLAWLESS FINISH SKINCARING CONCEALER

If you want that flawless look I highly recommend using this concealer over your foundation or BB Cream of choice. The formula is a blend of skin-nourishing ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid and antioxidants Vitamin C & E. It gives an ultra-lightweight feel and provides a crease-free 24hr wear, which is key. Nobody wants to see those under eye creases!

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NAPOLEON PERDIS CHEEK SWITCH CREME BLUSH STICK 12G

Some people may prefer a powder blush but in my opinion a blush stick is an essential for a ‘no-makeup makeup look’ because it provides the skin with a smooth, velvet texture. This creme blush stick is infused with a blend of nourishing Argan Kernel OIl, Candelilla Wax and light-diffusing properties. Top Tip: Dab the stick onto your cheeks and gently blend the product out with your finger tips. This will help the product sink into your skin and leave you with a natural complexion.

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EYE OF HORUS UNIVERSAL BROW LASH SERUM 

To finish off your look, it’s time to give yourself long and luscious lashes, and out go-to it this brow and lash serum. The natural conditioning ingredients include Argan, Olive and Rosemary Extract, which nourishes the hair, encourages thickness and will give you a styled ‘no-makeup, makeup’ effect. 

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