Shimmer for face. What it is

Modern ecology, stress and poor sleep deprive the skin of its radiance and healthy glow. The face looks dull. In this case, shimmer comes to the rescue. This cosmetic product allows you to add radiance and shine. It is worth understanding its features and learning how to use it correctly.

What is a face shimmer?

The effect of a radiant, healthy face after using shimmer can be achieved thanks to the presence of shiny, reflective particles in the product. In addition, the product allows you to highlight certain facial features, giving them charm and magnetism.

Reference. Shimmers are most often used for evening or holiday makeup. Everyday make-up may turn out to be too bright and inappropriate.

Many people confuse this product with highlighter. The products are different and cannot be interchanged with each other. The highlighter has a brighter, shimmery effect.

Shimmer can be applied on top of foundation or under it.

The product is applied to the forehead, bridge of the nose, area under the eyebrows and chin.You can add shine to the top of your cheekbones. Often, the neckline and shoulders are additionally covered with shimmer. The product is available in different palettes. The most common color is gold, but silver tones are also available.

It is worth noting several situations when the product is useless:

1. These are not decorative glitter. The product provides benefits to the skin, including additional hydration and protection from the negative effects of sun rays.
2. Does not hide spots, pigmentation, dark circles under the eyes.
3. Cannot model the oval of the face or correct features. He only emphasizes the advantages.
4. Doesn't help hide acne and other blemishes.

If this is not taken into account, the product will only highlight flaws, making them more noticeable.

What types of shimmers are there?

The product is available in several forms. Each of them has a narrow purpose and is suitable for a specific area of ​​the face. Among the most popular formats:

1. Shadows. They shimmer and have shine, thanks to which they allow you to open your eyes and make them more expressive. Light shadows are recommended to be applied to the inner corner of the eyes and under the eyebrow line. The entire eyelid is covered in a dark tone.
2. Powder. It can be applied separately or mixed with regular one. As a result, the skin acquires a beautiful shimmer and looks more well-groomed and fresh.
3. Pomade. Available in stick form. Glitter allows you to visually enlarge your lips, making them fuller.
4. Blush. Finding shimmer in this version is quite difficult. More often used for evening makeup, adding freshness.

Reference. The product also varies in consistency. It is produced not only in dry form, but also in liquid, crumbly form.

How to use shimmer

It is necessary not only to decide on the type of shimmer, but also to be able to use it correctly, otherwise, instead of freshness and radiance, you will be able to achieve the completely opposite effect. It has already been noted that the product is divided into several types according to consistency. Each has certain features of use:

1. You can get a wet effect using liquid or powder shimmer. The product is applied with a pre-moistened brush. The creamy base will add radiance from within, and the loose powder will give a neon shine.
2. Natural shades of the product should be selected. For dark skin, gold or bronze is suitable, and for light skin it is recommended to choose a silver shade. The age and characteristics of the skin should be taken into account. For mature women, a slightly pink tone is suitable. If the vascular network is visible on the skin, a greenish shimmer will help hide it. The light beige shade is considered universal and suitable for any situation.
3. With the dry method, the product is applied with your fingers.

The product is not applied to the entire face. It is used only for certain areas to emphasize them. Also, do not combine several areas at once, giving them shine. Such shadows, blush and lipstick in one makeup will look too much. It is worth limiting yourself to only two zones.

It is necessary to select the correct tools for applying the product. For dry products, it is convenient to use wide, flat brushes. Liquid ones can be applied with a special sponge. The product should be applied in a thin and even layer.

Important! Those with oily skin types are advised to use shimmers with caution. This can cause acne due to clogged pores.

Additional shine gives the skin a well-groomed, radiant look, which is why shimmers are popular in makeup.The main thing is to choose the right consistency, type and color of the product and apply it correctly to highlight your advantages and focus on the desired facial features.