The highlighter is a makeup element that has taken a lot of strength in recent years, but do you know how to use it?
What is a highlighter and what is it for?
The basic function of the highlighter is to light specific areas of your face to standing out them from other areas. For example, with it, we can create the illusion of bigger and brighter eyes or a sharper nose.
What types of highlighters are there?
Before buying a highlighter, it is important to know the great variety and different presentations in which you can find them.
LIQUID: You will love it if your complexion is mixed. You can mix them in equal parts with your foundation to obtain uniform illumination on the whole face or apply it on the top and seal it with a powder for a much more intense effect.
POWDER: Your ideal ally if you are a beginner in the world of makeup because it is very easy to blend
CREAM: In this category, we can find several styles; bar, crayon, and compact. They are perfect for a natural light look
How should I apply it?
Professional makeup artists recommend applying the highlighter after you foundation. Applying it generally on the cheekbones, on the chin, on the lacrimal, and on the bridge of the nose. You can also apply it on the clavicle and on the forehead to highlight these areas more.
Choosing the right highlighter and applying it in the right way will help you restore the glow of youth to your face. A few years ago, the trend was to achieve the peach skin effect with perfect matte make-up, today we want to shine. Don’t wait any longer, it’s time to shine.
