I received a request to write a post about highlighters. I love the illuminating effect of a good highlighter, especially for a special event. You can use it on the high planes of your face; in other words, cheekbones, cupid's bow, brow bone, etc. It is recommended NOT to use it on your forehead or nose in most cases, since it may cause a shiny look that may not be flattering. You can find highlighters to suit your skin tone, so it looks like a "natural" glow rather than a stripe of shininess. Those with paler skin with pinkish undertones tend to look best with a silvery or light pink highlighter. Folks with golden undertones look best with a gold or pinkish gold product. Women with a deeper complexion can use bronze or a darker gold. You can find highlighting products in liquid, cream, and powder formulas, and you can apply them with your fingers or a brush. My favorite highlighters are below!
1. Benefit Watt's Up
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| This is a cream stick formula. The one shown is in a trial size, but the real product is bigger. |
2. Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-hour Blush in Exposed
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| This is a powder formula with a gold undertone. |
3. Nars Albatross
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| This is another powder formula with a iridescent gold finish. |
4. Benefit High Beam
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| This is a liquid formula with a light pink tone. |
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| From top to bottom: Watt's Up, High Beam, Exposed, and Albatross |
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