Having skin on the slightly oiler side of things means I try to stay away from shimmer as much as possible, especially around my t-zone. Using shimmery bases, or anything too illuminating usually ends badly. However, sometimes my skin just needs a little bit more of a glow, and these are the products I reach for.
It's not that I avoid illuminating bases completely, some of my favourite base products are marketed as 'brightening' and 'radiant'. On days where I do happen to reach for a more matte base, I will nearly always finish with a light dusting of MAC's MSF in Lightscapade. This gorgeous powder is ever so fine, and really gives that 'glow from within' look.
Next up - a very similar product, but a tad cheaper, with the added bonus of gorgeous packaging and a beautiful delicate scent. Bourjois' Java Rice Powder took the blogging world by storm when it was re-released for their 150 year anniversary last year. The vintage-inspired mint green packaging was a huge hit, and the product inside doesn't disappoint either! A very finely milled pinky-toned loose powder, perfect for sweeping across the tops of your cheeks, or using all over for even more illuminating power.
Benefit's High Beam is probably my least favourite of the three, as I do prefer my highlighters/illuminators to be in powder form, as I think it helps to make the glow look more natural, and easier to build up in the right places. Having said that, this one definitely shows up more than the other too, and packs more of a glowing punch, as it's thicker. Great if you only want the glow in certain small places, rather than all over.
And last of all, Sleek's Rose Gold blush. On my normal, natural complexion, this doesn't look exactly 'right.' However, when I've added a little more colour to my skin, or been on holiday, this is perfect! A beautiful pink blush with tiny flecks of gold scattered throughout. This is the ultimate blush for tanned skin, and gives a pop of colour and a natural looking glow all in one sweep.
I really want to try MAC's MSF and the Bourjois Java Rice Powder sounds lovely too x
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They're both so lovely, I hope you get on well with them if you do try them! x
Deletedefinitely agree that highlighters work better in powder form, so much more easy to apply! Lightscapade looks beautiful, must go and try it!
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I'm glad someone else agrees! It's so beautiful, a lady at the counter put it on me and I practically ran to the till with it! x
DeleteI love the Bourjois Rice Powder as its so lightweight, Mac MSF are always so beautiful on the skin, havent tried Lightscapade but it looks really pretty x
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It is indeed, it's sooo finely milled! And I really want to try the Soft & Gentle MSF.. although I probably don't need it! x
DeleteSleek blushes are the best, they are my favourite! x
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They really are, I have another called 'Flushed', and it's one of my go-to autumn shades! x
DeleteLovely picks. I too have been loving adding a bit of a glow, as my skin has been looking so dull recently. I think I really need to get more powdered highlighters now! I too prefer things in powder form, and I always forget to apply my liquid highlighters. Have you tried theBalm's Mary-Loumanizer? It seems to be a cult fave!
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So true, powder ones are much quicker as well, I sometimes find liquidy ones really hard to blend in properly!
DeleteAnd no I haven't actually, I have seen that talked about a lot recently though.. I'll do some investigating, thank you! x
I have & LOVE that Sleek blush! It is one of my favourites and adds such a lovely glow! :)
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It's so useful if you're in a rush as well! :) x
DeleteOoh...I've actually never tried adding any sort of shimmer to my makeup regime, but I'd love to try out the Bourjois product!
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Ohhh you must! Such a small thing that can make such a big difference to each look! :) x
DeleteI love the Balms mary-loumanizer its so pigmented! Great post x
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I'm really keen to try this now, someone else just recommended that to me and it looks lovely! x
DeleteI adore the Sleek Rose Gold blusher. It's one of my all time favourite blush!
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It's so pretty, isn't it! Definitely one of the nicest blushes to look at in the pan! x
DeleteI love Highbeam! I use it pretty much everyday but I don't really like the brush because it kind of feels like you're painting your face :L Lovely post Hales!
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Haha yes it has that nail polish feel about it, doesn't it! :P x
DeleteI've been dying to try the Bourjois powder for so long now, such a loved item!
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The scent alone is enough to warrant a purchase! ;) x
DeleteI want to try the MAC MSFs so bad!! Maybe I'll treat myself during the holidays this year...
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I really want to try the normal version, as a foundation! I love the way this one applies, so hopefully the rest are the same! Treat yourself! ;) x
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