How to Get Glowing Skin: A Skin Specialist’s Easy Guide to Radiant Skin

18 Jun

Wondering How to Get Glowing Skin (Without the Hype)? Start Here.

If you’ve been Googling “how to get glowing skin,” you’re in the right place. As a skin specialist, I’ve helped hundreds of clients go from dull, dehydrated, or tired-looking skin to fresh, healthy, and naturally glowing, without needing 10 different serums or confusing routines.

In this guide, I’ll share glowing skin tips that actually work, plus an easy, beginner-friendly skincare routine to help you achieve radiant skin.

What Is Glowing Skin, Really?

Before we dive into the routine, let’s talk about what glowing skin actually means.

It’s not about perfection. Glowing skin is skin that looks:

Hydrated and fresh
Even in tone and texture
Slightly radiant (but not greasy or overly shiny)

In short, glowing skin is healthy skin. And it starts with a well-functioning skin barrier, gentle exfoliation, and plenty of hydration.

Step 1: Hydration

Glowing skin starts with hydration, inside and out. Dull skin is often just thirsty skin.

What to Use:

Gentle, hydrating cleanser (no foaming or stripping)
Hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, or panthenol
Barrier-supporting moisturiser with ceramides and fatty acids

Apply your serum to damp skin and immediately follow with moisturiser to trap moisture in. This helps plump skin and boost radiance.

Step 2: Exfoliate Gently (1–2x Per Week)

Dead skin buildup = dull skin. But too much exfoliation? Barrier damage.

Choose gentle chemical exfoliants like:

Lactic acid (hydrating + glow-boosting)
Mandelic acid (great for sensitive skin)
PHA (super gentle, beginner-safe)

Start slow, once or twice a week max. Overdoing it can set you back and dull your glow.

Step 3: Brighten With Antioxidants

Vitamin C is your glow MVP. It helps:

Brighten skin tone
Fade dark spots
Defend against pollution and sun damage

Choose a gentle vitamin C serum in the morning. Other glow-boosting antioxidants: niacinamide, resveratrol, and ferulic acid.

Step 4: Don’t Skip Sunscreen (Seriously)

If you do nothing else, do this: wear SPF daily. UV rays cause pigmentation, inflammation, and dullness. Even indoors.

Choose:

SPF 50+
Mineral sunscreen with zinc oxide for sensitive skin

Apply every morning. Reapply if outdoors or after sweating.

Step 5: Support Glowing Skin from the Inside

Your lifestyle absolutely shows on your face. Here’s what helps:

Hydration (aim for 2L water daily)
Antioxidant-rich foods (berries, leafy greens, healthy fats)
Sleep (your skin repairs while you snooze)
Stress management (stress = inflammation = dull skin)

You don’t have to overhaul your life, just build glow-friendly habits.

A Quick Word From Your Skin Specialist

I’ve helped hundreds of clients fix tired, irritated, or breakout-prone skin and achieve that healthy, radiant glow, and you can too. Glowing skin is about consistency, not complexity. If you're confused by trends, it’s okay to keep it simple. Your skin will thank you.

Simple Skincare Routine for Glowing Skin

  
      Time
      Step
      Product Type
    
      AM
      Rinse with Water
      
      AM
      Serum
      Vitamin C or niacinamide
    
      AM
      Moisturiser
      Ceramides + humectants
    
      AM
      SPF
      Broad spectrum SPF 30+

You might’ve noticed that I suggest skipping cleanser in the morning. This is because your skin feels better when you skip this, and honestly, it’s not a bad thing. If your PM routine is solid, you don’t need to re-cleanse; over-washing can strip your glow (especially if you’re oily).

  
      Time
      Step
      Product Type
    
      PM
      Oil Cleanser
      Acne Friendly
    
      PM
      Cleanse
      Gentle, non-stripping
    
      PM
      Exfoliant
      1–2× week. Lactic/Mandelic/PHA Acid
    
      PM
      Serum
      Hyaluronic acid or peptides
    
      PM
      Moisturiser
      Richer formula

When Will You See Results?

You’ll likely start to see a glow boost in 2–4 weeks, with consistent care. You’ll know it’s working when:

Your skin looks smoother
Products absorb better
You feel plump, hydrated, and dewy

Common Glow-Killers to Avoid

Over-exfoliating
Skipping SPF
Using too many actives at once
Not moisturising enough
Poor sleep + stress + dehydration

Keep it simple. Your skin doesn’t need punishment, it needs support.

Best Ingredients for Glowing Skin (Beginner-Friendly)

Concern	Look for
Dullness	Vitamin C, lactic acid, niacinamide Vitamin C – Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe
Dehydration	Hyaluronic acid, glycerin, panthenol Centella Asiatica & Panthenol – La Roche Posay B5 Cicaplast Balm
Texture	PHA, Mandelic acid, Lactic Acid Lactic Acid – Medicube Exfoliating Pads, PHA – NeoStrata Daily Renewal Pads, Mandelic Acid – NeoStrata Mandelic Acid Cleanser
Redness	Centella asiatica, azelaic acid, panthenol Azelaic Acid – The Ordinary 10% Azelaic Acid
Sensitivity	Squalane, ceramides, oat extract Sensitivity – Cliniccare 2-1 Gel Ceramide

Want More Support?

Book a virtual skin consultation with me
Follow me on Instagram @ell.skinn for daily glow tips

Final Thoughts on Glowing Skin

Remember that glowing skin isn’t about filters or perfection, it’s about healthy skin that feels good and looks radiant.

You don’t need expensive tools or TikTok trends to get there. With consistent hydration, gentle exfoliation, antioxidants, and daily SPF, your glow is closer than you think.

Ella Berry