Nothing beats the feeling of glowing, radiant skin. You know the feeling — when your complexion looks so good you can’t stop taking selfies or checking yourself out in any reflection you pass. No shame, OK? If your goal is to achieve this look on the regular (same), you’ve come to the right place. First things first: Yes, anyone can achieve *that* glow. “It is absolutely a myth that only those blessed with beautiful skin can have [glowing skin],” says board-certified dermatologist and founder of top skin specialist of Pakistan.

But before we get into how to get glowing skin, it’s important to understand what it even is and how our skin can look that way.

1. Stay hydrated.

I know, I know, you’ve heard it before, but anyone will tell you that the key to healthy looking skin is staying hydrated. So, grab yourself a cute water bottle (may I suggest a Hydroflask?) and make sure it’s with you at all times because no matter what else you do, if you’re not hydrated, your skin will show it.

2. Learn your skin type.

Before you can start treating your skin, it’s important to know what kind of skin you have. Is it oily, dry, or a combination? Do some research or head to the dermatologist to get a definite answer. This way, you can make the most out of the products you use by picking lotions, washes, and masks out that specifically target your skin’s biggest issues.

3. One word: Sunscreen.

I don’t care if it isn’t even sunny out, you should be wearing sunscreen every. single. day. UV rays damage your skin cells, and make your skin’s surface uneven, meaning it won’t “reflect the light very well, hence no glowiness,” Dr. Shamban says. So, make it part of your morning routine and slap on suncreen every day!

4. Moisturize!

And while you’re already applying cream to your face, make sure you moisturize as well. Dry skin looks dull, so hydrate your face at least once a day with a good moisturizer. Dr. Adil Hamayun at Cosmetic Expert  says that for an extra hydration boost, especially in the winter, you can double moisturize.

5. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser.

Skin Specialist says, washing your face with a gentle and hydrating cleanser or quality liquid soap with the moisturizer is crucial to achieve the glow. “Harsh cleansers strip your skin of natural oils, leaving it dry and more likely to be irritated,”

7. Use a Vitamin C serum.

Incorporate Vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant, into your morning routine. “It protects against free radicals and pesky chemical particles, which wreak havoc on the skin. Free radicals come from pollution, the sun, and even our computer screens and cell phones,” says Dr. Muhammad Salman Khan Yes, Vitamin C is practically magic.