Our Favourite Trending Makeup Products For 2026
- Lydia Kah-Pavlou
- Mar 27
- 3 min read
Written by Lydia Kah-Pavlou
If your 2026 vibe is glowy, low-effort glam with skincare benefits built in, you’re in the right place.
This year’s makeup trends are all about hybrid formulas, juicy finishes, and products that work with your skin, not against it.
And the best bit? You can shop all of these at Superdrug and save even more with our Superdrug student discount!
The Trending Makeup Vibe for 2026
Before we get into the products, here’s what’s dominating:
Skin-first foundations (think tint > full coverage)
Glossy, hydrated lips over matte
Multi-use products for quick routines
Blush everywhere (yes, still going strong)
Here are our fave products we're loving right now that you can shop with your Superdrug student discount.
A lightweight, skin-like foundation that delivers blends effortlessly and gives a natural glow without feeling heavy, perfect for everyday uni wear.
Why we love it:
Breathable coverage (no cakey vibes)
Smooth, radiant finish
Ideal for layering with other glow products
Budget-friendly and glow-giving? Say less. This tint is all about sheer, luminous coverage that lets your natural skin shine through.
Why we love it:
Affordable student staple
Dewy, fresh finish
Perfect for “no makeup” makeup days
Grip primers are having a major moment, and this one seriously locks your makeup in place all day.
Why we love it:
Keeps makeup from sliding (even on long days)
Works well with both matte and dewy bases
Gives that smooth, blurred canvas
Multi-use products are super budget-friendly, and this dreamy tint melts into skin for a soft, blurred flush.
Why we love it:
Works on lips and cheeks
Lightweight, cloud-like texture
Perfect for quick, on-the-go glam
A bold, bouncy blush that adds instant all day colour.
Why we love it:
Buildable pigment
Fun, vibrant shades
Great for experimenting with bold blush looks
Liquid blush is still undefeated. These drops give a fresh, dewy flush that blends like a dream.
Why we love it:
Super blendable
Gives a subtle glow
A little goes a long way
Glossy, fun, and totally Y2K-coded — but upgraded for 2026.
Why we love it:
High-shine, non-sticky finish
Comfortable for all-day wear
Adds instant dimension to lips
A gloss and lip care hybrid with SPF? Yes please.
Why we love it:
Hydrates while adding shine
Subtle tint for everyday wear
Added SPF protection
This will be your new essential everyday lip gloss.
Why we love it:
Melts into lips for instant hydration
Glossy balm finish
Perfect for low-maintenance days
A long-lasting stain with a serum feel — ideal if you want colour without constantly reapplying.
Why we love it:
Hydrating formula (no dry lips here)
Stays put through coffee runs & lectures
Gives that soft, diffused tint
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