It's also a completely foolproof product-a lot of highlighters go on too glittery or cakey if you're heavy-handed, but this one goes on like a second skin pretty much however you choose to apply.If you remember from my first beauty post, I don’t like to spend a lot of time on make-up, although I do like to look as good as I can! Also, I want a very natural result – like me but better! So, any product that makes it into my make-up bag has got to be easy to use but give a great and natural result and so I was very tempted by this illuminating primer which claims to blur imperfections and boost the radiance of foundation.ĭon’t be put off by the gold flecks in this primer, as although they are clearly visible in the bottle, they are not visible on application, which is good news as although I love a bit of sparkle in my clothes from time to time I really don’t want any on my face! Once blended, the shimmer disperses evenly over the face and just gives a subtle glow. But while this product is expensive, the hyaluronic acid, among other active ingredients, makes the concealer/highlighter hybrid extra hydrating, which is uncommon for most similar products I’ve used in the past. Usually retailing for $38, YSL’s Touche Éclat All-Over Brightening Pen is definitely at a luxury price point. The Value: Expensive, but has a quality to match When you're indoors or maskless in approved settings, this glow will take you from day to night, no problem.)
(I needed to touch-up near the end of the day, but I'd been outside wearing a mask for the majority of the day.
With that minor caveat out of the way, I'm also pleased to report that the finish on this product was not only ultra-glowy, but it actually lasted for hours and hours. But for those that are just interested in sheer, everyday coverage and an unbelievable glow, the All-Over Brightening Pen is all you need. If you're looking to address concerns like dark circles, hyperpigmentation, or acne scars, I recommend applying the brand's High Cover Radiant Concealer first, then think of the All-Over Brightening Pen as the cherry on top. (In fact, the brand's website recommends using this product in conjunction with a traditional concealer if you're looking for coverage.) I found this to be true it took a few additional applications of this product to cover the dark circles under my eyes, but luckily the formula is buildable-an extra layer didn't feel cakey or crease. While this product effortlessly illuminated my skin with just a few drops, it's important to note that this product doesn't perform like a high-coverage concealer-nor does it claim to. There was absolutely no oily-looking shine, no shimmer, and no glitter-just the most natural-looking, lit-from-within radiance. The results were immediate-my complexion was instantly brighter and blurred with the softest candlelit glow. Immediately upon applying this product, I noticed how smoothly it glided onto (and into!) my skin. A product that can operate as a concealer or a highlighter is a major bonus. For highlighter, I prefer a natural, non-glittery finish. My favorite concealers tend to be high-coverage and easily disguise any eyelid hyperpigmentation and under-eye circles, like Tarte's Shape Tape Concealer or Glossier’s Stretch Concealer. As such, I like to keep my weekday makeup minimal most days, you'll catch me wearing concealer, mascara, and maybe lipstick if I’m feeling extra. (I recently started using a topical retinoid-Differin-every other day to address this concern.) Most weekends, I have to wear heavy, caked-on makeup for my job as a performer. Depending on my stress or hormone levels throughout the month, I tend to experience the occasional pimple or two. My skin tends to be on the drier side, which I mostly attribute to genetics (and my caffeine problem). About My Skin: Dry with occasional stress-related blemishes Best known for fan favorites like Black Opium and Touche Éclat, the brand is today part of the L'Oréal Group, where it continues to inspire with subversive Parisian energy. Potential allergens: Paraffin, propylene glycol.Īctive ingredients: Vitamin E, ruscus extract, hyaluronic acid.Ībout the brand: For decades, YSL Beauty has been bringing the Rive Gauche aesthetic of Yves Saint Laurent's eponymous fashion label to the makeup, fragrance, and skincare spaces. Uses: Adds a natural, illuminated glow to the skin, provides sheer coverage
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