How To Keep Your Makeup Fresh and Dewy All Day Long

Keeping your skin and makeup looking dewy fresh from morning to night takes a bit of know-how. The good news is that our founder, Rose-Marie Swift, is a makeup artist who’s used to keeping models skin looking radiant all day on shoots, so she has all the insider knowledge and she’s sharing it here. Whether you're battling dry office air, midday shine, or fading foundation, mastering a fresh, glowing look all day is within reach with the right tips and tricks.

As Rose-Marie says, “when your skin glows, it speaks volumes about your inner well-being. Makeup should never mask your beauty; it should highlight and celebrate it.”

Let’s dive into how you can achieve and maintain fresh, dewy skin with these expert tips and techniques.

Start with a Hydrated Base

Glowing skin starts with hydration. Without properly moisturized skin, makeup can look dull, dry, or patchy, which is why prepping your skin is crucial.

Step 1: Skin Prep

Long-lasting hydration is all about layering, and the first layer is the most crucial. Choose a moisturizer that’s going to keep skin hydrated longer. If you like creams, try the Kakadu Luxe Cream. Packed with Organic Shea Butter and Kakadu Plum Seed oil in a rich, creamy formula that feels indulgent to apply. If you prefer an oil, try the Kakadu Beauty Oil. It’s infused with a blend of oils including Kakadu Plum Seed Oil and Wildcrafted Buriti Oil alongside our proprietary blend of adaptogenic herbs to help keep skin balanced and happy. 

Step 2: Prime

After your moisturizer, apply the ReEvolve Radiance Locking Primer. Yes, primer helps your makeup last all day, but did you know it also helps to lock in your skincare? Plus, our primer boasts 24hrs of hydration. Dry skin doesn’t stand a chance.

Pro Tip: Wait a few minutes between applying your skincare and your primer so it has time to get to work on the skin before being disrupted with another layer. 

Build a Dewy Makeup Base

The secret to glowing makeup is in your foundation and application technique.

Step 4: Use a Radiant Foundation

Choose a lightweight, radiant-finish foundation (like ReEvolve Foundation) or tinted moisturizer (like SunCoverup SPF 50) that lets your natural skin shine through. Matte formulations can flatten your complexion, while radiant or luminous finishes enhance it.

Pro Tip: Mix a drop of Kakadu Beauty Oil into your foundation for added glow.

Step 5: Apply with a Damp Sponge

Using a damp makeup sponge helps to evenly distribute foundation while maintaining a dewy finish. Tap the product onto your skin for seamless blending.

Highlight Strategically

Highlighter is your best friend for creating a radiant complexion.

Step 5: Choose the Right Formula

If you’re looking for highlighter, RMS is the place to find it. Whether you choose our powder formula—ReDimension Hydra Dew Luminizer—or our OG cream Luminizer, your glow will look natural and effortless. 

Step 6: Apply to the High Points

Dab (or brush if you’re using powder) highlighter onto the high points of your face—cheekbones, brow bones, the bridge of your nose, and your cupid’s bow. These areas naturally catch the light, making your glow appear effortless.

As Rose-Marie Swift advises, “Highlighter is not about sparkle; it’s about enhancing your natural radiance. It should look like your skin, only better.”

Midday Maintenance

Environmental factors like air conditioning, pollution, and oil production can dull your glow as the day goes on.

Step 7: Nix Shine

The goal is glow, not shine. Blotting only the oily areas with a little Hydra Setting Powder can help absorb excess oil so your makeup stays looking fresh. 

Step 8: Add a Touch of Highlighter

Keep our Luminizer in your bag for quick touch-ups. A dab on your cheekbones or inner corners of your eyes can instantly brighten your face.

Step 9: Add Back Moisture

Apply a spritz of SuperSerum Hydrating Mist then press it into your skin with your hands. This will help bring life back to your makeup after it’s been settling all day. 

Achieving and maintaining fresh, dewy skin all day long is easier than you think. By focusing on hydration, choosing the right makeup products, and incorporating glow-enhancing techniques, you can enjoy a luminous, radiant complexion from morning to night.

So go ahead—embrace your glow. With these tips and a little practice, your dewy skin will be the center of every compliment you get—rather than your makeup.