From Dull to Dewy: Easy Ways to Refresh Tired Skin

From Dull to Dewy: Easy Ways to Refresh Tired Skin

We’ve all been there—your skin looks flat, makeup feels heavy, and no amount of coffee seems to bring you back to life. The good news? Achieving that lit-from-within glow doesn’t take a 10-step routine. With the right products and a few clever tricks, you can transform tired, lacklustre skin into a radiant, dewy finish in minutes.

1. Adjust Your Skincare for Warmer Weather

As the seasons change, so should your skincare. Coming into the warmer months, it’s all about keeping your complexion balanced and protected:

  • For younger skin: Swap out heavy creams for lightweight, hydrating moisturisers and never skip SPF—prevention is your best friend for long-term glow.

  • For more mature skin: Look for formulas that lock in hydration without feeling greasy. Ingredients that support elasticity and brightness will help your skin look refreshed and radiant, even under makeup.

    No matter your age, lighter textures and sun protection are key to keeping skin smooth, dewy and healthy all season long.

2. Start with Skin-Loving Prep

A hydrated base is everything. Prepping with a nourishing primer like Runway Room’s First Base creates the perfect canvas while boosting your skin’s natural radiance. Think of it as skincare and makeup in one step—keeping your skin plump, fresh, and ready for glow.

3. Lighten Up Your Base

Heavy foundations can exaggerate dullness and texture. Instead, reach for Face Base Foundation for lightweight, buildable coverage that lets your skin breathe. It’s packed with skin-friendly ingredients to even tone while maintaining that fresh, natural look.

4. Add Instant Radiance

The quickest way to look awake? A touch of colour! Our Glow Palette in Warm or Cool offers blendable highlights that bring life back to tired skin. Sweep across cheekbones, down the bridge of your nose, or even on eyelids for a subtle pick-me-up. Nothing says “alive” like a fresh flush of colour. A mineral blush dusted across the apples of your cheeks instantly perks up your complexion.

5. Set Without the Shine

A common mistake is over-powdering, which leaves skin looking flat. Instead, opt for Base Blur Mineral Powder—it blurs texture while still allowing your natural glow to shine through. Think fresh, not cakey.

 

✨ Final Touch: Glowy skin isn’t about piling on more—it’s about choosing smarter. With skin-nourishing, clean formulas, Runway Room makes it easy to refresh tired skin and embrace that natural, dewy finish every day—whatever your age, and whatever the season.

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