Dolphin Skin Is Back and I Found These 5 Beauty Products You Need from Prime Day

Glowy skin right this way

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As a beauty editor *and* trend spotter, I'm happy to see one particular skincare craze coming back in full force just in time for Prime DayDolphin skin made its debut in 2020 and now the ultra-dewy look is back stronger than ever. 

If you're like me, you wait for the annual event from the mega retailer to come around to stock up on the sweet beauty deals and top-sellers that rarely go on sale. Thankfully, you have from July 8 through July 11 to get all you need to jump on the buzzy trend. Not sure where to start? Here's everything you need to know about dolphin skin—and five products you need to buy to achieve it.

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First, what is dolphin skin? Coined by celebrity makeup artist Mary Phillips (who has worked with celebs like Jennifer Lopez, Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner, to name a few), dolphin skin is all about pulling off a ”wet look,” similar to how a dolphin looks when it emerges from the water. With the rise of Poolside Skin, it's one of the buzziest beauty looks for summer. If you're down to looking like the sea creature, here are five products you should add to your cart.

The first step to achieving dolphin skin is exfoliation. This Sunday Riley treatment promises instant glow and radiance. It's formulated with lactic acid, arnica and lemongrass, which works to brighten the appearance of dark spots and fine lines, while smoothing the skin. As SEO Editor Marissa Wu shared in her raving review, "Pigmentation and bumps from old scars have definitely cleared up and shown good improvement. Pores on my nose and between my eyebrows have also reduced in appearance and remained clear—shocking, because I usually am experiencing a routine breakout about now, even though I religiously use salicylic acid. And that fine line that was making an inroad? I can barely find it anymore."

Aside from exfoliating, a hydrating skincare routine is a must for dewy skin. This all-in-one cream promises to smooth, soothe *and* plump minus any stickiness or greasiness. It's infused with 92 percent of snail mucin, a liquid rich in humectants and polysaccharides to improve moisture retention. With over 50,000 reviews, shoppers say it's lightweight, creamy and an overall game changer for glowy finish.

Once you have your skincare down, it's time to prep for your makeup. This Milk Makeup primer is just what you need to make sure your look is secured and hydrated all day. It's formulated with hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to boost hydration, as well as agave extract and aloe to lock in moisture and your makeup for up to 12 hours. I've been using this primer for years, and safe to say, it has been a staple for plumping my skin.

A liquid foundation or tinted moisturizer assures you maintain that dewy look—and this one fits the bill. As someone with combination skin, this Saie skin tint has been an essential part in my routine. It's infused with hyaluronic acid for hydration and licorice root extract for an even complexion. You'll also find 100 percent non-nano zinc oxide and SPF 35, which promises UVA/UVB production.

The real secret to nailing the dolphin skin look? An illuminating highlighter and bronzer. This best-selling palette has everything you need to create the glowy look. You'll find three eyeshadows, a bronzer, a blush and two highlighters. Use a brush or your finger to gentle glide the glowing shades across your eyes, cheeks or Cupid's bow.



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Former Beauty Editor

  • Wrote trend stories, product reviews and how-tos across beauty, cultures, fashion and entertainment
  • Six years of experience as a Beauty Editor
  • Studied journalism with a minor in creative writing at SUNY New Paltz

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