You're doing it all wrong. 5+ tips for applying highlighter

It seems like every makeup manufacturer has a highlighter in its lineup. From big-name brands to drugstore brands, this is one area that continues to thrive. There's also some bad news. Lots of colored highlighters exist in shades that just don't work for most daily makeup, so it can be hard to decide what to purchase.
Try to pick individual colors that complement your skin tone. If you won't use three-quarters of the colors in a palette, then your hard-earned money is better spent on something else. Once you get your new glowy baby home, check out the following tips to see how to use every form of highlighter.
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1. Find a highlighter that complements your undertone
With so many highlighter palettes to choose from, you've probably brought home at least one shade that didn't work with your skin. Because you can't always test everything out in person, take a close look at your palette and see if the colors lean warm or cool. In this tutorial, you'll see that the coppery brown highlighter doesn't work but the champagne color does. If your skin is medium, you'll look best in warmer colors (whereas light shades may look ashy and powdery).
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2. Use a small fluffy brush for a powder highlight
Many makeup artists agree that with the right brush you can make even inferior makeup look good. The same holds true for the opposite. Highlighting requires precision application because you're not putting the product all over your face, just on the high points. Check out this tutorial to see which brush works best for this type of product.
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3. For liquid highlighter, stipple it on with a sponge
Who says you have to use a product as directed? Getting creative with a strobe cream could be the answer to the perfect highlight. In this tutorial, you'll learn that cream and powder can work together – if you blend it right and layer. If you've never tried adding a powder highlighter to strobe cream, this may be a game changer.
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4. How to use a highlighter stick or pencil
Got one of these highlighter sticks in your drawer that you never reach for? Chances are you do. Stick highlighter is wonderful, but sometimes it doesn't provide enough glow. Here's a case for layering multiple products. Check out this tutorial to see three different ways to make the most of a highlighting stick.
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5. Where to apply highlighter
If you're just starting to wear highlighter, then you may be wondering where to put it. Think about the name. Highlighting is intended for areas of the face that naturally receive sunlight. This means you should highlight the uppermost portions of your cheekbones as well as your cupid's bow. But you can branch out to other parts of the face as well. Tip: If you're wearing a strapless dress, you can also highlight your collarbones.
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