Choose your favorite highlighter for less than 20 euros

A touch of 'glow'

Jennifer Lopez hasn't earned her J. Glow nickname for nothing. Her juicy skin is "to blame" and to achieve that effect that we all want for our skin there is an infallible makeup ally: the illuminator, a product that, thanks to its iridescent particles, reflects light.

Dust

Powdered highlighters are ideal for oily skin. Do not be scared by the multitude of colors in this palette, because the grace is in mixing them all with a brush and applying it to your face so that the light is reflected from different angles. You can also use them individually as a concealer.

Sephora Glow Fnishing Pressed Powder Luminous Finish, € 15.50

Liquid

Liquid highlighters are perfect for drier skin, because they provide that much-needed natural glow.

L'Oreal Paris Accord Perfect Liquid Illuminator, € 8.95

Stick

For those who are always in a hurry, there is an intermediate formula that allows applying the highlighter in the blink of an eye and is suitable for all skin types.

Essence Prismatic Hololighter Highlighter Stick, € 4.49

Compact

To apply this type of highlighter on the face with precision, you need a suitable brush. The best ones are the fan ones although you can do it with a fine long hair.

TheBalm Mary-Lou Manizer Highlighter, € 18.14

Brush

This format is the most practical, since it allows you to apply the product with precision without staining your fingers. Although it is always advisable to blend it later so as not to overload the skin with the product.

Yves Rocher Youth Illuminating Brush Pencil, € 13.95

Cushion

This format is great for applying the highlighter on the cheeks. Pretend to smile, this way the manzanita (upper part of the cheekbone) is much more marked and put the highlighter right where it stands out the most.

Sephora Wonderful Cushion Highlighter, € 11.95

The pencil

This format is ideal for applying in 'small' areas that require great precision, such as the eye area. Remember: under the arch of the eyebrow and in the tear duct.

Green Me Highligter Pencil by Kiko Milano, € 8.95

Loose for a matte finish

If you are looking for a matte and velvety look, but don't want to give up on light, take note of this loose powder highlighter.

Poudre De Java by Bourjois, € 10.90

Drop counter

If you opt for an illuminator in this format, try to put it on your cheeks, throwing your head back so that it does not move. Then blend well and use the excess that you have left on your fingers to give a few touches of light on the eyes and mouth.

Toamen Glow Concealer Highlighter Makeup, € 1.21

Where to wear highlighter?

There are five areas of the face where you can apply highlighter: under the arch of the eyebrow, above the cheekbones, at the tip of the nose, the tear duct and the cupid's arch (the central part of the edge of our upper lip). All these areas need an extra light, but you should always wear it to highlight the features that you like the most.

Ok but … How is it applied?

Depending on the format of your highlighter you have several options to apply it. If it is a pencil or stick you can put it on directly and then blend with your fingertips. For brush-size liquids, use the well-discharged brush itself or a mini-size makeup sponge. And for powders, whether loose or compact, a small brush.

Find the tone

Depending on the effect you want to achieve in your makeup, you can experiment with how the different tones of this illuminating palette feel on you and mix them until you find the ideal one.

Revolution Highlighter Pearl Lights, € 14.99

Shine "gold"

The golden finishes are perfect for brown or tanned skin; and the most pink ones, for light skin.

Gold Waves Highlighter by Kiko Milano, € 16.95

Prohibited areas

Do not even think about putting illuminator in areas such as dark circles or on imperfections, because all you are going to do is draw more attention to them. Nasogenian lines, those that join the fins of the nose with the corners of the lips, are only prohibited if the wrinkles are marked. If not, you can also wear a bit to combat the shadows.

Serum

A few drops of illuminating serum can do a lot for your face. You can mix them directly with your makeup base for an immediate glow effect or put it on before your usual moisturizer.

Simon & Tom Skin Brightening and Stimulating Facial Serum, € 16.90

All over the face

If your skin is especially dull, you can use a good exfoliation of the face and an illuminating moisturizer like this one. It is a good example of what Korean cosmetics can do for you.

Erborian Glow Illuminating Cream, at Sephora, € 15.50

Pro tip: highlight your mouth

A trick that many celebrities use to visually increase the volume of the lips is to apply highlighter around them. To do this, it is better to use the highlighters in pencil or brush format and then blend well so that no cuts are noticed.

Precise

This format is ideal for the trick from before, so if you want to try it, you know.

L'Oreal Paris Magique Concealer Light Illuminator, € 9

Many women do not include them in their makeup routines yet . You may think that its use is a bit excessive for every day, but like everything in life, it depends on how it is used. Furthermore, it is not a product in which you have to invest large amounts of money. For less than € 20 you can find a wide variety of formats and finishes that will delight those looking for a glow effect.

Everything you need to know about highlighters

What are they? Highlighters are used to highlight our best qualities. They contain iridescent particles that reflect light so they draw attention to the areas where they are placed.
Where are they put? There are several areas in which you can apply it. The basic ones are the arch of the eyebrow and the tear, the upper part of the cheekbones, the tip of the nose and the cupid's arch (the upper curve of the lips). It can also be put on the nasolabial lines and around the mouth, if we want to give more volume to the lips. You should never use it on dark circles, wrinkles or pimples. Do not highlight imperfections!
What formats are there? They are available in cream or liquid, ideal for dry skin. You also have them in powder form, which will come in handy if your skin has an oily tendency. The stick or cushion format are very practical for the cheeks, and the pencil ones for areas such as the lacrimal or under the arch of the eyebrow.
How are they used? You can all put them on with your finger, but in some cases it is better to use accessories. For example, liquids are much better if they are smudged with a makeup sponge and those that are powdered, with a suitable brush, such as those with a fan or those with long hair.