Bought a highlighter but don’t know how to use it? A complete guide to using highlighters

The fine and shimmering fairy highlighter looks very attractive, but novices love and hate it, because if you want to make your makeup look advanced, you have to learn how to use highlighters.

What are the highlighter products?

Matte highlighter:

Highlighters without any fine shimmers are mostly used to hide facial depressions or blemishes, make the face fuller, and brighten tear grooves and nasolabial folds. They are very effective and do not show pores, so they are more suitable for girls with large pores or oily skin.

Fine shimmer highlighter:

The sequins are relatively delicate, and you can vaguely see a little fine shimmer on the face. They are often used to enhance the glossiness of the face. They are low-key and versatile, suitable for daily pseudo-bare makeup and commuting light makeup.

Sequin highlighter:

The sequin particles are obvious, the gloss on the face is high-key, and the presence is strong, so it is not suitable for skin with large pores. It is more suitable for use in parties and other gatherings, and is very eye-catching when paired with retro heavy makeup.

How to use different highlight tools?

Fingers:

Advantages: Accurate powder collection, not easy to fly powder, suitable for use on details such as the bridge of the nose and the peak of the lips, easy for beginners to operate.

Usage: Use the middle finger or ring finger to apply in circles, and smudge evenly on the back of the hand before applying on the face, remove excess powder, apply a small amount multiple times, and gently apply on the face.

Highlighter brush, fan-shaped brush:

Advantages: The brush has a large contact surface and is easy to control the amount of powder. It is suitable for use on the cheekbones, forehead, chin, and places that need to be evenly spread.

Usage: Use the tip of the side of the brush to apply lightly, and use light force. Before applying on the face, knock off the remaining powder on the brush and lightly apply on the places that need to be brightened.

Flat-head eyeshadow brush:

Advantages: More accurate powder collection, suitable for dotting on the position of the eye bags and the head of the eyes, making the makeup effect more harmonious and natural.

Usage: Use one end of the brush to apply lightly, and use light force. Smudge on the hand before applying on the face, and gently apply on the places that need to be brightened.

How to apply the highlight on the bridge of the nose?

Don’t apply the highlight on the bridge of the nose all the way to the bottom, otherwise the nose will look thick and fake. To correctly apply the highlight on the bridge of the nose, just use your finger to pick up the highlight, apply it at the lowest point of the root of the nose, and then apply it on the tip of the nose, and the nose will appear upturned and straight.