How to Achieve a Glowy Makeup Look
Awaken your inner bronzed goddess and enjoy those balmy summer evenings with a sunkissed makeup look that’ll have you glowing from day thought to night.
Like clockwork, as soon as those sunny summer days hit, every fiber of my being yearns for glowy, bronzed skin that looks as though I’ve been kissed by the warm, flattering light of golden hour.
Our new Golden Hour collection is what sunkissed dreams are made of! If you’ve ever felt as though your makeup kit was missing that special something, this collection is it. Instead of overpowering shimmer, these luminous, skin-loving formulas deliver a soft, radiant glow that enhances your natural beauty while keeping your skin hydrated. Whether you’re after subtle warmth or a full golden-hour glow, this collection has everything you need. Let us help you master your look with expert tips and easy-to-follow guides.
The secret to radiant skin - A lit from-within glow
The key to the ultimate “golden hour glow” is all about luminosity.
Using our Luminous Gold Glow Drops, mix a couple of drops with your foundation or moisturiser for an all-over radiance boost. Or, wear them alone under your foundation or tinted moisturiser for a stunning, lit-from-within glow.
These glow drops work beautifully underneath makeup or mixed into foundation thanks to their skin-loving ingredients. Let the glow-giving Kakadu Plum and Rosehip, plus nourishing Shea Butter keep your skin hydrated and your makeup looking fresh all day long.
Bright eyes with bold impact
Once your base is complete, bring definition to your eyes with our Golden Hour Eyeshadow Book.
For a look that makes your eyes pop, follow our step-by-step guide (or, for our visual learners watch our handy TikTok makeup tutorial here.)
How-to apply:
- With a fluffy brush, blend ‘Sandstone’ into the crease. Sweep any remaining shadow across the eyelid
- Apply ‘Shell’ towards the brow bone to create a seamless transition and eliminate harsh lines
- Using a flat brush, apply ‘Sunrise’ across the mobile eyelid, keeping it below the crease
- With a smaller fluffy brush, apply ‘Twilight’ to the outer corners for depth, blending into the crease
- For the final touch, use your ring finger to dab ‘Sunset’ onto the center of your lid and let this shimmer bring a little sparkle to the eyes!
Pro tip: Apply eyeshadow before concealer for ease of clean up and to create a polished look.
A touch of metallic magic
Add the finishing touch to your eye look with your choice of our Metallic Liquid Eyeliners.
For years, longtime Natio fans have been asking for a blue eyeliner, and when I say we’ve overdelivered, I mean no exaggeration! Not only do our Metallic Liquid Eyeliners come in two sparkling shades, but they offer intense pigmentation and a precision tip for effortless application.
As someone who has never been particularly great at applying eyeliner, I’m always on the lookout for foolproof formulas. With these liners, I can confidently freehand my application. They glide on like a dream and don’t bleed into any fine lines around the eyes, making them the ultimate gamechanger!
The bronzer that steals the spotlight
As a longtime Natio fangirl (even long before working here) I never thought any bronzer could replace my beloved Mineral Pressed Powder Bronzer Sunswept... until our Summer Glow Cream Bronzer entered the chat.
If you prefer a bronzer that leans less on the orange side and delivers a naturally sunkissed glow, look no further - this is the bronzer of your dreams. Don’t let the subtle hint of shimmer scare you, as once applied to the skin it blends seamlessly to make me look like I’ve just returned from a glorious 6-week holiday in Europe.
How-to apply:
- Sweep the bronzer along the outer perimeters of your forehead where the sun naturally hits
- Apply underneath the cheekbones to create soft definition
- Lightly blend along the jawline for a sculpted finish
- Add a touch across the nose (this step seals the deal for that fresh-from-the-sun glow)
For a seamless, natural finish, apply using a patting motion with fingers or a stippling motion with a brush. When it comes to bronzer, just remember there’s no such thing as over blending.
A flush of colour
While on the topic of a sunkissed glow, it’s time to embrace blush blindness and achieve a natural flush that ties your entire base makeup application together with our Radiant Cloud Liquid Blush.
For a soft, seamless blend, apply a few dots of blush to the apples of your cheeks and blend upward toward your temples.
Unlike some other blushers, the lightweight, buildable formula melts into the skin for a natural-looking glow that lasts all day without any need for touch ups.
To take your glow to that next level, dot the Champagne Dreams Liquid Highlighter onto the high points of your face such as the cheekbones, brow bone, and the tip of your nose. Blend with your fingers or a brush for a radiant, light-reflecting finish that catches the sun just right.
Gorgeously hydrated lips
No golden hour makeup look is complete without the perfect glossy pout.
For a polished finish, start by lining your lips with your favorite Natio Lip Liner to enhance shape and definition. Then, complete the look with our Glossy Lip Oil made with a nourishing formula that delivers a glass-like shine while keeping lips soft and hydrated.
Infused with hydrating ingredients, this lip oil is the perfect balance between skincare and makeup, ensuring your lips stay plump and comfortable all day long.
Find our Lip Oils at your local Natio stockist here.
Hear the girls on That Beauty Podcast rave about our Lip Oil here.
Golden Hour all day long
With our Golden Hour collection and our easy how-to guides, achieving a radiant, sunkissed glow has never been easier. Whether you’re heading out for a summer brunch with your friends or basking in the golden light of sunset, your makeup will have you glowing from dawn to dusk.
Are you ready to glow? Shop the Golden Hour collection now and bring your inner bronzed goddess to life!
Need help finding the right base for your Golden Hour look? Read our helpful blog article here.