Shine Bright: Five Steps to Glowing Skin

There are almost two groups of people who can boldly and without a trace of sarcasm say: “I woke up like this” - celebrities and children. The former have a team of professionals and an environment dedicated to keeping them #flawless, while the latter are, well, they were actually born with it. Interested in improving your selfie game? Try these five tips for flawless, glowing skin.

Step 1: Exfoliate

Our skin has pores, that's a fact. Although they cannot be completely erased, you can make large pores smaller with a few trading tricks. Exfoliation is a necessary step on the way to clear, photo-finished skin. Gently exfoliate weekly to keep pores free of dead skin cells, dirt, and other impurities. SkinCeuticals Micro Exfoliating Scrub was designed to work on hyperemic, rough skin. Blending natural, mineral-rich microbeads made from the earth with moisturizing aloe, this scrub gently exfoliates dead skin cells, leaving skin soft and smooth without drying it out.

Step 2: Moisturize and brighten

Hyperpigmentation is literally a dark spot on a flawless face. Help reduce the appearance of dark spots and other visible signs of sun damage with a brightening moisturizer such as Garnier's Clearly Brighter Anti-Sun Damage Daily Moisturizer SPF 30. The fast-absorbing formula contains an antioxidant vitamin C and E complex and mild exfoliating lipohydroxy acid (LHA) to leave skin radiant and even-toned.

Step 3: Protection

Stopping UV damage before it starts is the key to flawless skin and wear SPF all year round the best way to minimize the effects of sun damage. Try a non-greasy light sunscreen such as Anthelios 45 Face by La Roche-Posay. An advanced broad-spectrum sunscreen with a matte finish that minimizes shine, while Cell-Ox Shield antioxidant technology helps protect skin from free radicals.

Step 4 Mask

A monthly facial may not be a realistic option, whether due to your budget or schedule, but doing a mask twice a week is definitely possible. For skin that glows from within, try a pore-shrinking purifying mask such as Miracle Mud by Biotherm. The 3-minute mask uses Ghassoul mineral clay to extract and absorb impurities and excess sebum for smoother skin. Non-drying, has a mousse texture and contains antioxidants to fight dull skin. Skin looks visibly more even and radiant after use.

Step 5: #Filter

When all else fails, pretend until it works. Illuminating balms are a great way to temporarily create a flawless complexion. L'Oreal Paris Youth Code Texture Perfector Pore Vanisher light, non-greasy cream, ideal for Apply under your favorite foundation. It works to instantly minimize the appearance of pores and helps absorb excess sebum throughout the day to reduce shine.