If you (like the rest of the world) have been obsessed with dewy skin, get ready to fall in LOVE with the latest trend that’s taken the beauty-sphere by storm - dolphin skin. It’s the perfect combination of yoga and glass skin. Wet-looking glossy skin, that looks as smooth as a dolphin – hence the name! It’s luxe, sexy, and perfect for summer. Here’s everything you need to know about the trend, and more importantly, all of the inside secrets to help you achieve the look at home.Seaside skin straight from your sofa? Yes please!
Wet-lookskin has summer written all over it. It’s that post-pool, sun-slicked, sea-spray speckle of dewiness that immediately serves up summer vibes. Since most of the beach and poolside luxuries are unavailable to us this summer, we can fake it with a little help from our makeup and give our freshly glazed complexions a spin during our socially distant picnics.
So…what exactly is dolphin skin?
Dolphin skin was coined by A-List celebrity makeup artist, Mary Phillips, whose devoted clients include Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid, Kim Kardashian, Hailey Bieber and Chrissy Teigen. She recommends layering up on a series of glow-getters to maximize on sheen.In short: it’s skin that’s so glossy, it looks wet to the touch.
How to achieve dolphin skin –
To achieve dolphin skin, Mary uses a combination of ICONIC London products. She begins by using the “ICONIC London’s Prep-Set-Glow and Illuminator for a fresh, glowy look that won’t budge,” she says. Then, Mary recommends the Sheer Blush,to add a “sheer gloss of color to the cheekbone, to add to the dewy wet glow.”
If you search #DolphinSkinon Instagram or TikTok, you’ll be greeted with an array of makeup tutorials from influencers and MUAs using the iconicICONICLondon products!
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However, to get the look, you can use any glow-getting formulas you can find. In fact, you should layer as many as possible! Here are our tips:
1) Prep + prime your skin
Like with any skin-focused makeup look, skincare prep is crucial. First and foremost, you have to remove any dead skin that’s blocking your skin and making it look dull, to do so, opt for a gentle exfoliator. Follow up with an ultra-hydrating serum and moisturizer. Next, prime the skin with a radiance or mineral highlight-infused primer.
2) Highlight everywhere!
As you’d expect, the most essential product for this makeup look is highlighter. A crème or liquid highlighter is ideal as the formula will blend more seamlessly than a powder, for a smoother skin finish.
With this look, don’t limit your highlighter application to your cheekbones. Apply highlighter wherever the sun would hit; above and below the brow bone, the bridge and the tip of your nose, along the cupid’s bow, and on the center of your chin. Finally, work the highlighter along your collar bone and the shoulder bones for a sexy skin finish.
Once you’ve applied your chosen highlighter, take note from celeb MUA Alexx Mayo and grab a lightweight face oil. “For an extra glow, I use a face oil on the high planes of the face for a finishing touch.”
3) Use a hydrating mist
For the ultimate finishing touch,drown your skin in a glistening, hydrating mist or setting spray! You can also add this step to your prep and prime routine but be sure not to apply foundation over top while it’s still wet – wait about 30 seconds before applying cream products.
