Highlighter
A highlighter is a shiny make-up product that you can add very nicely to your evening make-up or even your day make-up. Give your face a nice glow by applying a highlighter. Accentuate the areas that need a little extra attention, such as the corners of your eyes or cheekbones. Complete your look with the best highlighters. Shop your favourite make-up at Salontotal.co.uk. Read more >
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The best highlighter
The best highlighter is different for everyone. Do you go for one colour or do you prefer a palette full of different colours that you can combine well? The choice is wide, as there are several varieties. Choose the makeup highlighter that suits you best. Did you know you can also apply this product as an eyeshadow? It gives a beautiful glow, so you can also use it as a shimmery eyeshadow.
Types of highlighters
Highlighters come in a liquid, powder and cream substance. So which variant is best for your skin? We are happy to help you. You can easily apply it with your finger, brush, beautyblender or with the applicator attached to the product. Let the product melt nicely with the rest of your make-up and enjoy a beautiful glow.
- Liquid: the liquid variant is suitable for those with dry or normal skin.
- Cream: the cream variant is suitable for those with dry to normal skin. An example is the Zao Shine-up Stick. This is a highlighter stick and therefore very easy to use.
- Powder: the powder variant is very suitable for those with oily skin. Do you use a liquid or cream variant for this? Then the skin will shine even more and look oilier. Looking for a fine product in powder form? Then the Zao Bamboe Shine-up powder is what you need.
Where do you apply a highlighter?
You can apply a highlighter in several places to accentuate your facial shapes. For example, you can apply it to the:
- cheekbones; let your cheekbones speak for themselves by applying a nice glow.
- nose; you can apply it on the tip of your nose, but also on the bridge of the nose. Your nose will appear optically narrower.
- Eyebrows; apply it just below your eyebrows, on the hard part.
- Eye corners; let your eyes speak for themselves by applying the product to the corners of your eyes. Your eyes will appear optically larger.
- upper lip; apply to the dimple above your upper lip.
Frequently asked questions
Where to apply highlighter?
Apply highlighter to the highest points of your face to create a natural glow. Use it on cheekbones, bridge of nose, brow bone and cupid's bow. Then gently blend in the highlighter for a subtle, radiant look. Too much highlighter can create shiny skin. Experiment yourself with different shades and applicators to achieve your desired look.
What is highlighter?
Highlighter is a cosmetic product used to highlight and brighten parts of the face. It usually comes in powder, liquid or cream form and is applied to the cheekbones, bridge of the nose, brow bone and cupid's bow. The light-reflecting particles in highlighter create a shimmer and highlight the natural contours of the face.
How to use highlighter?
Highlighter is applied to the highest points of the face, such as cheekbones, bridge of the nose, brow bone and cupid's bow. For this, you can use a brush, a sponge or your fingers. After application, you can gently blend it in. This will give you a subtle shimmer.
Which highlighter colour suits me?
It varies per person and need which highlighter is appropriate. For a natural look, it is best to choose a highlighter that is one to two shades lighter than your skin tone. For warm undertones, golden shades are more appropriate. A silvery shade looks great with a cool undertone.
What do you use highlighter for?
Highlighter is used to accentuate the natural contours of the face. It gives you a healthy glow. It also creates a radiant look and is used to highlight and emphasise parts of the face. It can be a part of your make-up routine.