TYPES OF Highlighters
Highlighter is quite important step in makeup. It is a double-use product which helps in attracting light & enhances skin tone. It lifts bone structure, draws attention to features, makes face stand out. The best part is it makes skin glow and also enhances skin tone. It is a product which can solely change overall look of our face for example if you add highlighter to the inner corners of your eyes it will make your eyes look opened up. Highlighter on your cheekbones can make you look puffy or lifted look depending on points.
There are many types of highlighters based on different skin type. Let’s discuss some of the
Cream- cream based has a natural finish which is best for dry or mature skin as it is easy to use and easy to blend.
Powder – this type of highlighter is quite popular among people as it has matte finish which gives a unique look. It also has Shimmer finish which gives you a sparkly look. It is for oily skin mainly, but others can also use. Powder is used after setting powder and blush.
Liquid – it can be mixed with primer or foundation which will make it an easier application. It can also be applied before and after foundation which will give dewy finish. It is good for all skin type except extreme oil as it is liquid so if applied it will make your face more greasy.
Stick- it is easy to carry around and easy to use. Stick gives us natural look. It is very convenient for long travel and helps in easy touch ups. We don’t have to use anything before using this it can be use directly on skin. Those who want subtle highlight this is for them.
There are many brands who give good highlighter: –
Huda beauty
Their product is made with super fine pearls which provides rich stain and gives you dewy effect. The product has beautiful geometric rose design. The universal shade they have looks good on all skin tones. They have the biggest highlighter and super soft powder which is gentle on skin. All this is due to the good formula they have which make it look like a true work of art.
M.A.C
There highlighter works in a single swipe. They have wide range in cream, powder & gel all three. They have so much variety you can correct highlighter according to all skin type and also best bendable coverage. The creamy texture gives lightweight coverage and long lasting effect. There are some which can also be used for contour. It also solved a big problem as it doesn’t settle in fine lines and gives consistent high quality finish. The make sure to use premium ingredients in there formula which results in velvet soft texture.
Rare beauty
This brands highlighter gives buttery & softer texture, not the normal glittery but like high-shine skin. They have serious staying power which don’t settle or crease because the formula sits beautifully and helps in giving second finish. It is available in four flexible shades. They have soft shimmery texture which is easy to apply and lasts all day which results in providing glass skin look.
Dior
It blends seamlessly and gives radiant complexion which protects skin’s natural hydration. There are many products which are not good and irritate the skin but it is comfortable on skin. The main point is it stays all day long, we just have to use small amount and does not need multiple swipes. It is very light & smooth, and is very luxury with detailed packaging.
Nykaa cosmetics
It gives nice shine for long duration and it is easy to blend. This brand make affordable product. The highlighter from this brand gives natural glow and goes on every Indian skin. It is waterproof and can easily mix with foundation, it does not contain shimmery particles which helps suit all skin tones. You don’t need large quantity but small quantity is sufficient and resulting us looking elegant.
We get to know about highlighter and what are the good brands we should opt for but do you know how to use the products. Many people things it is an optional product and doesn’t make much change but when you use the product than you will get to know how much effect it gives to your overall makeup. Now let’s see how and where to apply. Highlighter is for highlighting your feature as the name suggests so the best place to where u want to draw attention. Other places can be bridge of nose, chin, cheekbones, forehead all there places are where our best features is.
The best out of these depends on how you want to look like. If you want bright highlight go for liquid and if you want for lifting the face and glow you can apply before and after foundation. You can also look for Foundations for Oil Skin, Types of Foundations, Right Foundation, CTM Routine which is cleaning toner and moisturizer, primer, skin types, eye makeup, contouring, blusher and nude makeup as per eye shapes using eye shadow
