The beauty trend of having radiant, luminous skin is still going strong

Actress Greta Lee sports dewy skin and strobed cheeks at the 30th Annual SAG Awards. Photo: AP

Radiant, luminous skin is a trend that’s going strong, whether it’s crystal clear skin, a golden sheen or “pink of health” cheekbones.

While matte skin is making a comeback, glass skin, honey skin and the balletcore aesthetic are still super popular, with celebrities looking glowy on recent red carpets and exuding radiance from their front row fashion week seats.

Crystal clear

You’ll be hard pressed to find beauty enthusiasts unfamiliar with the term “glass skin”, a complexion that appears poreless and translucent, akin to a piece of glass.

To achieve this look, you need a good skincare routine which is the key to having glass skin.

K-beauty routines involving multiple skincare steps, from cleanser and toner to serum and moisturiser (and more) are often credited as the way to get this complexion.

Matte skin is making a comeback but a glowing complexion is still a win. Photo: Laura Mercier

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By applying lightweight hydrating products in multiple layers, the skin is imbued with a dewy, plump appearance reminiscent of youthfulness.

However, there’s no singular approach to achieving glass skin, and if you’re starting from scratch you can always “fake it” with makeup.

After exfoliating with toner, spraying on a bit of mist and moisturising your face, Byrdie.com recommends applying a glowy foundation or BB cream with powder brushes followed by highlighting your face with lipstick.

The site suggests rubbing the formula onto fingers and pressing it into anywhere you want that glassy effect: cheekbones, bridge of the nose and on your eyelids.

Golden glow

Similar to the radiance of glass skin, honey skin leans towards a deeply hydrated and dewy complexion like the golden richness of honey itself.

Achieved through indulgent oils and emollient creams, which provide both instant nourishment and long-lasting hydration, the trend has been around for about five or six years.

By incorporating brightening and hydrating products like ultra-rich creams and facial oils, your skin will end up moist, supple and soft.

To mirror this look with makeup, go with a creamy neutral blush to bring out a subtle golden glow. This should add a hint of colour to your cheeks, however you can also choose a warm, golden highlighter to dust onto the high points of your face.

Hailee Steinfeld at the 81st Golden Globe Awards looking stunning in a pink palette of makeup, with an emphasis on the cheekbones. Photo: AP

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Pink palette

Balletcore makeup celebrates the elegant dance form, infusing it with a touch of whimsy.

First off, use a monochromatic palette of blush and pink shades, delicately applied to enhance the natural contours of your face – from the soft blush on your cheeks to the subtle shimmer on your lids, try to create a seamless, radiant complexion.

To complement your glowing, pinkish skin, paint your eyelids in frosted pinks, pearls and lilacs, and add a touch of luminosity to your look with strategic application of highlighter.

Use this to enhance the high points of your face – from the bridge of your nose to the tops of your cheekbones.