Meet the Juiciest Makeup Trend for Summer: Glazed Donut Skin

Step 3: Add Your Bronzer and Highlighter

Bronzer isn’t always necessary, but if you prefer the warm glow, Thomson suggests using a cream product to add subtle definition. We love the NYX Professional Makeup Wonder Stick for its blendable formula. Maintain consistency by opting for a liquid or cream highlighter, tapping it on the high points of the face. The IT Cosmetics Hello Light Crème Anti-Aging Radiance Crème Luminizer is our favorite way to achieve that lit-from-within glow. 

Step 4: Set Skin With Powder and Setting Spray

As much as we love creamy bases, they don’t always last very long in the summer, especially for people with oily or combination skin. If you feel more comfortable setting your skin tint, Thomson suggests using a translucent powder — but be mindful of where you place it. Williamson likes to use minimal powder along the areas that normally appear sweaty, like the chin, the forehead, and the sides of the nose. The Lancôme Long Time No Shine Loose Setting Powder is a favorite thanks to how easily it absorbs oil throughout the day without ever making your skin look shiny in all the wrong ways.

Thomson recommends finishing off your base with a glow-enhancing, hydrating spray to set the glazed donut look. Since you can never go wrong with a classic, we suggest using the Urban Decay All Nighter Ultra Glow Setting Spray, which is infused with hyaluronic acid to keep skin soft and supple all day long.

Step 5: Fill in Brows

Williamson says this step entirely depends on your natural brows. You don’t need your brows to be overdone for the glazed donut look. Instead, try to keep them as natural as possible with some skin still peeking through the hairs. If you have thinner or fair brow hairs, you might want to use an eyebrow pen to fill in any sparse areas. If you need more coverage, try using a tinted brow gel on top. Thicker brows don’t require as much work — Williamson likes to use a few layers of clear brow gel, so arches stay natural but fluffy. 

Step 6: Apply Lip Gloss or Tinted Balm

While a big part of this trend is maintaining a natural, fresh-faced look, Thomson says that a pop of color on the lip is a fine way to spice up the otherwise minimal vibe. But you can always opt for a clear or neutral tinted lip balm or gloss to perfect the overall glow. The Maybelline New York Lifter Gloss is an ideal option for anyone who loves a high-shine neutral lip. Bonus: The formula is juicy and hydrating, so even after it fades your lips are left plump and soft. For a clear, high-shine option, we love the NYX Professional Makeup Butter Gloss in Sugar Glass.