Kauai Dream Wedding Skincare Prep & Effortless No-Makeup Makeup Look

Skincare & Makeup Routine for Tropical Wedding Glow Kauai Wedding Glow-Up: My Step-by-Step Skincare & Makeup Routine Three weeks ago, I had the incredible…

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Skincare & Makeup Routine for Tropical Wedding Glow

Kauai Wedding Glow-Up: My Step-by-Step Skincare & Makeup Routine

Three weeks ago, I had the incredible honor of attending my dad’s dream wedding in stunning Kauai, Hawaii. It was magical—an unforgettable celebration of love in one of the most beautiful places on earth. 

Kauai Dream Wedding Skincare Prep & Effortless No-Makeup Makeup Look

While I was there, I went Live to share the skincare and makeup routine I used to get my glowing, no-makeup look. The lighting, however, was less than ideal (hello, dark rental bathroom!). So I decided to recreate the look for you in proper lighting.

Below is my exact step-by-step routine, complete with product links and notes for a radiant, polished look that’s perfect for weddings or any special occasion.

Shop the Routine

Here’s a complete list of everything I used to get wedding-ready in Kauai—from skincare to haircare to makeup. You can click each item below to shop:

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Haircare

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Skincare Prep

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Makeup Base & Complexion

GEE BEAUTY | Prime Skin By 

GEE BEAUTY | Color Sticks

GEE BEAUTY | Baked Bronzing Powder

GEE BEAUTY | Contour + Blend Brush

SOSHE BEAUTY | Blurring Pillow Blush Discovery Kits

SOSHE BEAUTY | Smooth Base Complexion Brush

BIO BEAUTY GLOW DROPS 

Sian Richards London Concealer Code: Kaos10

Beauty Pie Cream Bronzer

Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Lowlighter (Unbothered)

Eyes

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Brows & Lips

Soshe Ceramide Lip Silk (Speakeasy)

Charlotte Tilbury Brow Cheat Pencil (Medium Brown)

Soshe Soft Glide Lip Liner (Candid)

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Finishing Touches

Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum

Absolute Matte Probiotic Setting Spray

DKNY Deodorant

Step 1: Shower & Hair Prep

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I showered and shaved using the Moérie Ultimate Hair Growth Kit (available on Amazon). The kit includes an after-shower spritz designed to strengthen hair.

Step 2: Scalp Love

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I applied Divi Scalp Serum Code NATURALKAOS15 for 15% Off , massaging it into my scalp. I’m on a mission to preserve and grow my hair, and this serum feels amazing.

Step 3: Tone & Drench

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After cleansing in the shower, I drenched my face in Beldora 299 Prime Nutrient Toner, Beldora Toner CODE: Kaos25. It has a slippery, hydrating texture and is packed with ingredients like Collagen, Hyaluronic Acid, Bioretinol, and Ceramides.

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Step 4: Reedle Shot Time

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I used the Reedle Shot 700, which mimics microneedling in serum form. It delivers a mild tingle and gets my skin plumping.

Step 5: Blow Dry & Multitask

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While the serum sinks in, I blow dry my hair.

Step 6: DNA Repair Boost

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I applied Photozyme DNA Youth Recovery Serum, Photozyme DNA Youth Recovery Facial Serum . This product uses enzyme technology to repair sun damage at a cellular level and supports collagen production.

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Step 7: Vitamin C & E

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I followed with Photozyme Anti Aging Vitamin C + E Ferulic Acid Serum for antioxidant protection and brightness.

Step 8: Eye Serum

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Then I added the Photozyme iQuad Eye Serum, which also includes DNA repair enzymes. Great under makeup.

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Step 9: Root Volume & Dry Shampoo

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For root lift, I applied Divi Dry Shampoo Code NATURALKAOS15 for 15% Off (no buildup!) and clipped up my hair.

Step 10: Skin Base

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I blended Prime Skin by Gee Beauty with Beauty Bio SPF 46 drops using my fingers for a natural, glowing base.

Step 11: Conceal & Brighten

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I dabbed Sian Richards London concealer (Kaos10 )on my inner corners—it’s a color corrector and concealer in one.

Step 12: Cream Bronzer

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Using Beauty Pie’s cream bronzer, I sculpted my face: hairline, cheeks, eye sockets, jawline.

Step 13: Shimmer & Highlight

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I highlighted my cheeks and lids with Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Lowlighter in “Unbothered.”

Step 14: Powder Bronzer

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Next up: Gee Beauty Powder Bronzer to layer and set, blending from the forehead to cheeks.

Step 15: Body Hydration

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I hydrated with Phytozyme DNA Repair Body Lotion  before getting dressed.

Step 16: Bronze the Body

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Using the same powder bronzer, I bronzed my neck, chest, arms, shoulders, and wrists.

Step 18: Eyeshadow Base

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I brushed a little bronzer into my eye sockets to tie the look together.

*Correct, I can’t count and I skipped Number Seventeen, but you get it.

Step 19: Set It All

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I sprayed Absolute Matte Probiotic Setting Spray (Amazon find!) on my body to lock everything in.

Step 20: Soft Eyeliner

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I used Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Eyeliner in the purple-toned shade, and smudged it for softness.

Step 21: Brow Detail

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I filled and brushed out my brows with the Charlotte Tilbury Brow Cheat Pencil in Medium Brown.

Step 22: Lashes

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For lashes, I used Sian Richards London Waterproof Mascara on top and bottom lashes.Code: Kaos10

Step 23: Lip Liner

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I outlined my lips with Soshe Soft Glide Lip Liner in “Candid.”

Step 24: Lip Color

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Topped with Soshe Ceramide Lip Silk in “Speakeasy”—a creamy gloss-lipstick hybrid.

Step 25: Sparkle Time

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I added shimmer to my lids, nose tip, and cupid’s bow using Charlotte Tilbury Beautyverse Palette , especially the shade “Golden Galaxy.”

Step 26: Hair Curl

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Dropped the clips and curled with my T3 Interchangeable Trio using the 1.5″ barrel.T3 Interchangeable Trio Curling Iron

Step 27: Texture Refresh

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I spritzed curls with Divi Dry Shampoo for texture and separation. (Hair spray was step 28—forgot to film, but don’t skip it!)

Step 28: Set Hair

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Last, make sure to remember your hairspray so it lasts all night. Nexxus Hair Spray

Bonus: Dress Moment

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I threw the dress back on so you could see the full look again. Pro tip: Watch your hems on the dance floor!

Final Thoughts

Thanks for joining me for this full skincare and makeup breakdown from Kauai! Let me know in the comments if you’ve tried any of these products.

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Also—if you want to see how much lighting changes everything, go check out the original Live from the Kauai rental. The shift from dungeon bathroom to upstairs glow is truly something.

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Find all the products used linked above and I can’t wait to connect with you on the next video.

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Thank you my lovely friends, Kim xoxo

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