In an age of insta-trends, illumination has proved enduring. It first trended with shimmery primers and powders, but has quickly cascaded throughout skin care and makeup with multifunctional products that moisturize, de-stress and brightentheskin.Radianceproductsarenowconsideredtheirowncategory; MarlaMalcolmBeck,cofounderof Bluemercury, reports a 250 percent increase in launches and a 50 percent increase in category growth. “It’s goingto accelerate when you look at where spring trends are going,” she predicts, noting the category is now expanding to body. “It’s that nude face with a hint of gloss or shine…a sheer sort of ethereal glow.”

In an age of insta-trends, illumination has proved enduring. It first trended with shimmery primers and powders, but has quickly cascaded throughout skin care and makeup with multifunctional products that moisturize, de-stress and brightentheskin.Radianceproductsarenowconsideredtheirowncategory; MarlaMalcolmBeck,cofounder
of Bluemercury, reports a 250 percent increase in launches and a 50 percent increase in category growth. “It’s going
to accelerate when you look at where spring trends are going,” she predicts, noting the category is now expanding to body. “It’s that nude face with a hint of gloss or shine…a sheer sort of ethereal glow.”

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Bright EyesNatural ingredients addressthe delicate under-eye area.1.Dr. Dennis Gross C+ Collagen Brighten& Firm Eye Cream, $65 A vitamin C complex stimulates collagen production and increases radiance.2.Skyn Iceland Brightening Eye Serum, $35Icelandic glacial water, cranberry seed oil and cucumber extract help resurface fine lines and soothe skin.3. Nuxe Nuxellence Eye Area, $54The metallic, rounded applicator allows for a cooling application that refreshes on contact.4. Aveda TulasaraWedding Masque Eye Overnight, $55Inspired by the Indian pre-wedding Haldi ceremony, the turmeric and algae extract in this eye mask brighten and de-puff under-eye bags.

Bright Eyes
Natural ingredients address
the delicate under-eye area.

Dr. Dennis Gross C+ Collagen Brighten & Firm Eye Cream, $65; Skyn Iceland Brightening Eye Serum, $35; Nuxe Nuxellence Eye Area, $54; Aveda Tulasara
Wedding Masque Eye Overnight, $55.

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ROSY CHEEKS

Pink hues and iridescent highlighters give a pop of color.

Kevyn Aucoin Neo-Limelight, $58; Wet ’n’ Wild Mega
Glo Makeup Stick Blush
in Peach Bums, $3.99; Bobbi Brown Cheek Glow Palette in
Pink Opal/Homecoming Pink, $50; By Terry Glow-Expert
Duo Stick in Terra Rose, $48. 

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DEWY SKIN

New formulas add luminosity while combating dryness
and environmental pollutants.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Serum, $17.99; BareMinerals Brilliant Future Age Defense
& Renew Serum, $50; Darphin Lumière Essentielle Illuminating Oil Gel-Cream, $72; Glamglow Volcasmic Matte Glow
Moisturizer, $49.