The Glow-Boosting Products Our Editors Swear By
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Radiant skin starts with the right products, and these are the glow boosting formulas our editors swear by. From dewy serums to luminous complexion enhancers, each one delivers healthy looking, lit from within skin.
There’s a certain kind of glow that can’t be faked, the fresh, healthy radiance that makes skin look rested, hydrated, and impossibly chic. From skincare infused illuminators to deeply nourishing serums, these are the glow boosting formulas our editors keep reaching for day after day. Each one delivers luminosity in its own way, whether through light reflecting pigments, barrier supporting ingredients, or hydration that leaves skin looking naturally lit from within.
The dewy skin obsession shows no signs of slowing down, and Saie Glowy Super Gel remains one of the easiest ways to achieve it. The lightweight gel adds a sheer, candlelit sheen without glitter, making skin look healthy rather than overly made up. Packed with glycerin and rosehip oil, it hydrates while creating that soft focus radiance editors love for both makeup free days and full glam moments. Equally indulgent, May Lindstrom Skin The Youth Dew transforms dry, tired complexions overnight with a rich blend of botanical oils and antioxidants that deeply replenish the skin barrier. The silky formula melts in beautifully and leaves behind the kind of glow that looks like you’ve just had the best facial of your life.
Radiance and skincare go hand in hand with By Terry Brightening CC Serum, a complexion enhancer that instantly wakes up dull skin with light reflecting pigments. Its serum texture feels featherlight, yet the formula visibly blurs uneven tone and adds warmth without masking the skin underneath. Thanks to rose stem cells and hydrating ingredients, it delivers both immediate luminosity and long term softness. Sitting perfectly beside it is Rhode Glazing Milk, the milky essence that gives skin that coveted glazed finish Hailey Bieber made famous. Ceramides and magnesium work together to strengthen the skin barrier and lock in hydration, which is exactly why skin looks plumper and calmer after just a few uses.
For makeup days when a little extra glow is needed, Dior Forever Glow Star Filter creates the kind of luminous base that photographs beautifully without feeling heavy. The formula smooths over the skin with a refined sheen that mimics naturally radiant skin rather than obvious shimmer. Infused with hydrating ingredients, it keeps the complexion looking fresh throughout the day instead of flat or cakey. That same lit from within effect is something editors adore about Westman Atelier Liquid Super Loaded Highlighter, a liquid illuminator that somehow manages to look both polished and effortless. Its blendable texture melts seamlessly into the skin, while light reflecting pearls give cheeks and high points a glossy, healthy finish that never feels overdone.
French girl glow feels effortless with CHANEL Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sheer Highlighting Fluid, a sheer illuminator that gives skin a soft golden radiance. The lightweight fluid layers beautifully under or over makeup and catches the light in the most flattering way. Because the shimmer is so refined, the result feels chic and natural rather than flashy. On the skincare side, Vintner's Daughter Active Botanical Serum has earned cult status for good reason. The nutrient rich botanical blend is packed with antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and phytonutrients that help improve texture, hydration, and overall clarity, leaving skin with an unmistakably healthy glow over time.
Glowing skin starts with hydration, which is exactly why MERIT Great Skin Instant Glow Serum has become a staple in so many editor routines. The bi phase formula combines lightweight hydration with a subtle radiance that makes skin look bouncier and more refreshed almost instantly. Niacinamide and hyaluronic acid help smooth and plump the complexion, making it just as effective beneath makeup as it is on bare skin. Another forever favorite is Glossier Futuredew Facial Oil Serum Hybrid, the glossy skin essential that delivers a long lasting dewy finish. With nourishing oils and humectants working together, it keeps skin moisturized for hours while giving that signature glazed effect that beauty lovers still can’t get enough of.