The right highlighter placement can give you a lit-from-within glow that looks expensive and effortless. The trick is knowing exactly where to apply it — and where not to. Here's your complete guide to glowing in all the right places.
The Golden Rule of Highlighter
Apply highlighter to the high points of your face — the areas where light would naturally hit. This catches the light and creates dimension. Avoid large flat areas or oily zones, which can look greasy rather than glowy.
Where to Apply Highlighter
- Cheekbones: sweep along the tops of your cheekbones, angling up toward your temple. This is the most flattering spot.
- Brow bone: a touch just under the arch of your brow lifts and opens the eyes.
- Inner corners of the eyes: a small dab makes eyes look brighter and more awake.
- Bridge of the nose: a thin line down the center of your nose adds a slimming, glowy effect.
- Cupid's bow: a dot on the peak of your top lip makes lips look fuller.
- Collarbones & shoulders: for events, highlight here to catch the light.
Cream or Powder: Which Goes Where?
Cream and liquid highlighters give a dewy, skin-like glow and work beautifully on bare or lightly covered skin. Powder highlighters give a more intense shimmer and sit best over powder products. For a long-lasting glow, layer a cream highlighter first, then a powder on top.
How to Apply for a Natural Glow
- Start with a moisturized, smooth base.
- Apply a small amount to the high points listed above.
- Blend the edges with a brush, sponge or fingertip so there are no harsh lines.
- Build gradually — it's easier to add more than to remove.
Match Your Shade
Choose champagne and pearl tones for fair skin, gold and peach for medium skin, and bronze and deep gold for deeper skin tones. The right undertone makes the glow look natural.
Get Your Glow at MimoTique
Find your perfect glow with our range of highlighters at MimoTique — from dewy liquids to blinding powders. Shop online with fast delivery across the UAE.
