If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that radiance isn’t about perfection—it’s about care. The right products don’t just enhance your glow; they nourish your skin, making that glow effortless. And in my world, clean beauty isn’t a trend—it’s a commitment to choosing ingredients that work in harmony with my skin and overall well-being.
Here are the five clean beauty essentials I swear by for hydrated, luminous, and naturally radiant skin:
1. Summer Fridays Cloud Dew Gel Moisturizer
Lightweight, hydrating, and utterly refreshing, this oil-free gel moisturizer is packed with hyaluronic acid, amino acids, and pineapple enzymes to drench the skin in moisture without a greasy feel. It’s my go-to for a fresh, dewy base that lasts all day.
2. Fre Vitamin C Serum
A daily vitamin C is non-negotiable for me, and this one is powerful yet gentle, designed for active skin. It brightens, protects against environmental stressors, and evens out skin tone—essential for that lit-from-within glow. Plus, it absorbs beautifully without pilling under other products.
3. Furtuna Skin Biphase Moisturizing Oil
A facial oil that feels like pure luxury. Infused with wild-foraged botanicals and potent antioxidants, it deeply nourishes, hydrates, and locks in moisture. I press a few drops into my skin post-moisturizer for an added layer of nourishment and a soft, luminous finish.
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4. Saie Slip Tint Tinted Moisturizer
Some days, I want coverage—but I also want my skin to breathe. Enter this clean, dewy skin tint with SPF 35, hyaluronic acid, and licorice root extract. It evens out my complexion while keeping my skin plump and hydrated, giving that no-makeup, glowing-from-within effect.
5. Westman Atelier Lit Up Highlight Stick
I love a highlighter that looks like healthy skin, not glitter. This creamy, sheer balm adds the most natural glow, thanks to skin-loving ingredients like vitamin C and hyaluronic acid. I swipe it onto my cheekbones, brow bone, and even my collarbone for a subtle, luminous sheen.
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