This No-Makeup Makeup Look Only Uses Skin Care — Here's What You Need

Makeup content creator @skylerreneee posted a step-by-step tutorial for this look, which has received hundreds of thousands of likes—here's exactly how it works:

If you're hoping for light coverage, opting for soothing, hydrating products is a must. Stay away from intense chemical exfoliation or harsh scrubs, as they may irritate the skin and make it appear more red and inflamed.

After the calming serum comes a thick face cream. If you have oily or acne-prone skin, you may opt for a gel-cream formula if you find traditional creams way too heavy. However, for those with drier skin, a thicker consistency will help lock moisture into the skin, thus making your complexion appear plush and dewy.

All that to say, if you're doing your classic skin care routine, it's best to layer serums under moisturizer. When you're using them in place of makeup, however, do whatever you please! 

As many who use tinted SPF know, this step won't provide too much coverage, especially if you're dealing with blemishes. (However, stay tuned! A product coming up will do just that.) Here's a list of our favorite tinted sunscreens for each skin type if you're on the hunt.

Dab these drops on anywhere you would normally apply bronzer, like right under your cheekbones and the top of your forehead. If you want a touch of blush, the Drunk Elephant O-Bloos Rosi Glow Drops will do just the trick.

In place of concealer, Skyler uses the Hero Cosmetics Rescue Balm + Red Correct. This tinted green balm can help eliminate the appearance of dark circles and redness, depending on your skin tone. On Skyler, the rescue balm truly eliminates discoloration and blends so well that zero green hue or tint is left behind.

For any active breakouts, use a tinted spot treatment. Yes, you heard that right: Some formulas can help heal breakouts while covering them up—a genius product, to say the least. Skyler uses the La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo tinted spot treatment but notes it can be hard to find in stores in the U.S. If you're looking for another option, try this calming acne treatment with an all-natural twist: Carter + Jane's ZitFix. Simply let the product sit for a few minutes before blending to encourage better coverage.

For highlighter, Skyler opts for another cult classic: The Supergoop Glowscreen SPF 40. Any dewy product will do—even the serum drops I mentioned previously. But who can say no to extra SPF?

Finally, Skyler finishes the look with curled lashes and an ultra-dewy lip balm. It's a classic makeup artist tip: Even if you don't wear a stitch of mascara, curling your lashes can help your eyes look brighter and wide-awake. If you want to fluff up your brows with a functional brow gel too, that's certainly a worthy final step.

We can't finish off a no-makeup makeup look without emphasizing the importance of tending to your skin from within. Think grocery staples to feed your glow, collagen supplements, hydration tips, and the list goes on.

Try this routine for a fun and skin-loving take on the classic no-makeup makeup look. We're all for tending to your skin's health while also creating a look that makes you feel your best. Whether you're going for a natural-looking beat or something more involved, it all starts with skin care from the inside out.