If you’re a fan of glowy skin, these are the cream make-up products that reign supreme

If you’re a fan of glowy skin, these are the cream make-up products that reign supreme

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If you’re a fan of glowy skin, these are the cream make-up products that reign supreme

By Chloe Burcham

7 months ago

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3 min read

From blusher sticks to bronzing pots, these cream make-up products will ensure your skin looks dewy and fresh, all day long…


When it comes to switching up my make-up for the summer months, I’m a massive advocate for cream complexion products. Unlike traditional powder formulas that can sometimes look flat or cake up in the heat, cream products offer a blendable, melt-into-your-skin finish that’s perfect for achieving that fresh-looking summer skin. 

Whether it’s a cream blush that brings a natural flush to your cheeks or a balmy bronzer that gives you a sun-kissed glow, cream-based products have the ability to really mimic your skin’s natural texture without masking it. The latest formulas are often packed with skincare ingredients too, providing your skin with hydration and longer-lasting wear. 

Not only that, but they’re incredibly easy to use – a few dabs here and a little swipe there, and you’re good to go. They’re also a dream for summer travels – no more worrying about shattered powders in your suitcase. 

From skincare-packed highlighter sticks to buttery bronzers, here are some of my favourite cream make-up products for hydrated, dewy looking skin that glows…

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Chanel Baume Essentiel Multi-Use Glow Stick

This creamy highlighter stick adds a slick of moisture and glow-giving sheen to the skin that looks healthy-looking and ultra-natural. Solar Glow, a limited edition bronze shade, also imparts a sun-kissed shimmer to the skin that looks beautiful on all skin tones. 

Shop Chanel Baume Essentiel Multi-Use Glow Stick, £38

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Reeson Highlighter Duo

Packed with skincare ingredients like hyaluronic acid, squalane and jojoba seed oil, this creamy highlighter compact gives your skin a really healthy-looking sheen. Plus, there’s a powder highlighter too for adding that extra bit of shimmer. 

Shop Reeson Highlighter Duo, £38

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Vieve Modern Radiance Cream Bronzer

Enriched with skincare ingredients, this ultra-blendable bronzing cream melts into the skin for a deep and long-lasting colour. The buttery formula can be built up for more intense contouring or blended all over the skin for a soft, sun-kissed complexion. 

Shop Vieve Modern Radiance Cream Bronzer at Cult Beauty, £31

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YSL Make Me Blush Liquid Blush

If you find that your make-up melts off during the summer months, I urge you to try these new liquid blushers from YSL. Once blended out, the soft-focus colour doesn’t budge – until you remove it with cleanser at the end of a long day. They’re really impressive. 

Shop YSL Make Me Blush Liquid Blush, £33

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Rhode Pocket Blush

If your TikTok’s been flooded with Rhode Pocket Blush this summer, you’re not alone. The viral on-the-go cream blusher sticks have a unique non-greasy formula, that leaves your skin soft and hydrated – without adding excessive shine. 

Shop Rhode Pocket Blush, £24

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Glossier Stretch Concealer

Don’t be fooled by this unassuming pot of concealer – because it is so much more than that. Thanks to its ultra-hydrating formula, it’s brilliant for adding an all-over skin perfecting tint that looks fresh and dewy, all day long. Simply use your fingers to pat on coverage wherever you need it most. 

Shop Glossier Stretch Concealer at Space NK, £22

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Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Island Glow Lip & Cheek

For a buildable wash of creamy colour, these Lip & Cheek pots are perfect. Infused with hydrating vitamin E, they add a moisturising and smoothing effect to the skin, leaving your complexion looking juicy and radiant.  

Shop Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Island Glow Lip & Cheek at Space NK, £30

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Make Up For Ever Skin Face Essentials Palette

If you’re after a cream palette that does it all – look no further than this make-up artist essential from Make Up For Ever. The 12-pan palette features a range of creamy foundations, concealers, bronzers and blushes for customisable colour.

Shop Make Up For Ever HD Skin Face Essentials Palette at Lookfantastic, £75

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Mac Glow Play Blush

At first glance, you’d be forgiven for mistaking this blusher for any other powder formula – but the unique texture is actually a bouncy cream blusher that melts into skin giving a soft and diffused wash of colour. Gorgeous on all skin tones, it gives your skin a juicy and plump finish that looks healthy-looking and radiant. 

Shop Mac Glow Play Blush at LOOKFANTASTIC, £28

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