Take notes ladies because our highlight is about to be as on fleek as Jaclyn Hill (at least that’s the goal). I’m here to share with you my top 5 highlighters to achieve maximum glow and dew. So stay tuned because I’m saving the best for last!
note: no photos are edited in order to maintain true color and shimmer
5. NYX Born To Glow Liquid Illuminator in Sunbeam~$7.50
Any time someone comes to me asking how to get that summery ~dew~ I direct them to this. For those who may be new to makeup, this is definitely a good starter investment. A tiny dab up your cheekbones and down the bridge of your nose gives a nice glow and radiance. At only $7.50, NYX proves once again they are the champions of drugstore makeup.
I found mine at Target.
4. The Body Shop Shimmer Waves in Blush~$22.00
I’m pretty new to The Body Shop, as I am deeply committed to my points at Sephora. However, the shimmer waves can bring both a nice flush to your cheeks or highlight to your cheekbones, depending on which waves you focus your brush on. I like to run a fan brush along the bottom two waves and apply it as a highlight or use the whole block as a blush.
I found mine at The Body Shop.
3. Becca Cosmetics x Jaclyn Hill Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed in Champagne Pop~$38.00
In the words of my girl Jaclyn Hill, highlight. on. fleek. This stuff is gold. Literally. By far the boldest and goldest highlight I own, so I tend to reach for it when I’m feeling extra glow-y. I’ve found it works well on every skin tone I’ve tested it on and brings a nice pop (duh) to any look.
I found mine at Sephora.com.
2. Laura Mercier Matte Radiance Baked Powder in Highlight-01~$38.00
This is definitely my everyday highlighter. It’s layers well so a quick dusting doesn’t overpower my face or look too dramatic for a day to school or work. The second I swatched this at Sephora I picked it up and took it to the counter to purchase. It blends so nice and can withhold the heat of summer.
I found mine at Sephora.
*insert drumroll*
1. Smashbox L.A. Lights Blendable Lip & Cheek Color in Hollywood + Highlight~$29.00
Not sure I’ll ever be daring enough to put this on my lips, but on my cheekbones it’s a game changer. If you had a color issue with Benefit Watt’s up, this may be a good alternative for you. The pigment is insane and the buffer at the bottom holds enough product if you blend some on the back of your hand first so you can dab it on for a lighter, everyday glow. And for nights out, just swipe the stick on your skin and buff it with the buffer or a beauty blender. It’s so versatile and so beautiful in color. Favorite highlighter hands down.
I found mine at Sephora.
Stay dewy, dolls.
xoxo,
Rachel
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