Your no-gatekeeping guide to smooth, hydrated, glass-like skin.

Everyone wants glass skin, which is no surprise. Who doesn’t want to look glowy, healthy, awake and simply splendid? I can assure you it’s most of us, and if you’re reading this, probably you too. But the real secret to achieving that popular “glass skin” look isn’t piling on actives or chasing new products that keep popping up on your TikTok feed. It’s about prioritising hydration and balance: focusing on strengthening your skin barrier, using SPF daily, and adding a few well-placed glow boosters when needed.

It can all sound a bit complicated, but it really isn’t. Consider The Next Big Thing Vol. 2: The Little Black Book Box of Glass Skin your go-to edit to help you achieve your dream skin, step by step.

STEP 1: CLEANSE

Rodial – Dragon’s Blood Cleansing Water
This is a one-step, no-rinse cleanser that removes make-up and refreshes without disrupting hydration. It’s ideal for keeping skin calm, soft and balanced.

STEP 2: STRENGTHEN YOUR SKIN BARRIER

Vital Skin London – Diamond Blue Copper Peptide Serum
Copper peptides, ceramides and collagen help improve firmness, smooth texture and support your skin barrier, so your skin looks healthier, not just shinier.

STEP 3: ADD GLOW AT SKIN LEVEL

B. – Enhance Illuminating Glow Drops
Niacinamide helps even tone, vitamin C brightens, and hyaluronic acid hydrates, making the skin look radiant.

STEP 4: LOCK IN HYDRATION AND CREATE THAT SMOOTH BASE

The Beauty Crop – Glow Milk Glass Effect Primer
It smooths, hydrates and adds that subtle sheen, perfect on its own or under make-up.

STEP 5: SPF 

Supergoop! – PLAY Everyday Lotion
This one is lightweight, hydrating and doesn’t leave a greasy finish, so it’s easy to wear every day.

Lancaster – Sun Perfect AIR Daily Invisible Fluid SPF50 Glow Booster
For a more perfected finish, this gives you high protection with an invisible, radiant look.

STEP 6: ADD A NATURAL FLUSH

The Beauty Crop – Glow Milk Liquid Shimmer Blush – Rose Please
A soft, light-catching blush that melts into the skin. It adds colour, but also keeps that hydrated, radiant finish intact.

STEP 7: FINISH WITH HIGHLIGHT

Barry M – Glass Skin Highlighter Stick – Pearl
Use this where light naturally hits:cheekbones, temples, brow bones. It gives that glossy, reflective finish without looking glittery.

STEP 8: PULL THE WHOLE LOOK TOGETHER

NailKind – Bon Bon Blush Nail Polish
It’s not just about your skin. This soft blush shade keeps everything looking polished, clean and put-together.

STEP 9: TOP UP YOUR PROTECTION

Skincycles – Sun RX Stick
Glass skin = consistent SPF. This stick makes reapplication simple! It’s clear, mess-free and easy to use over make-up.

THE TAKEAWAY

Glass skin doesn’t require a complicated, 20 step routine. Simply, cleanse gently, support your skin, wear SPF daily, and add glow where it counts. SHOP THE NEXT BIG THING VOL. 2: THE LITTLE BLACK BOOK BOX OF GLASS SKIN NOW.