Palette Shine Bright

Summer may be winding down but your glow doesn’t have to

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Summer may be winding down but your glow doesn’t have to

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1. Natural cosmetics label Tata Harper brightens and highlights for a dewy, healthy-looking radiance. The creamy formula goes on sheer, catching light for a subtle radiance that appears to come from within, while delivering hydration and a smooth, plump look thanks to neuropeptide technology. The cream formula provides a more natural finish and easier blending. www.tataharperskincare.com

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2. Aptly named ‘Halo’, Kevyn Aucoin’s The Guardian Angel Cream Highlighter is weightless and velvety, softening lines, imperfections and signs of ageing while veiling the face with a light layer of shimmer. Skin feels baby soft and appears brighter and more flawless. www.kevynaucoin.com

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3. Vapour Organic Beauty’s Trick Stick Highlighter accentuates with light and lustre by adding a romantic sheen to the cheekbones, bows, cupid’s bow and the inner corner of the eyes. Natural and biodegradable, chemical-free ingredients like organic chrysanthemum, eyebright and horsetail herb boost circulation and reduce inflammation. www.vapourbeauty.com

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4. The Organic Pharmacy’s Liquid Shimmer Highlighter is a self-proclaimed ‘secret weapon in illumination’ for cheekbones, eyelids, inside corner of the eyes and the bridge of the nose. Aside from looking pretty, it’s also packed with natural ingredients like mica, vitamins A, C and E and shea butter for extra hydration. www.theorganicpharmacy.com

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5. To sculpt the face with touches of light, Dior’s Glowing Pink Diorskin Nude Air Illuminating Powder draws inspiration from the technique of strobing. This powder with extremely fine illuminating pigments has an exquisite texture that enhances the complexion with a subtly iridescent glow and comes with a mini kabuki brush. www.dior.com

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6. Cheekily named the ‘Watts up Highlighter’, Benefit’s highlighting tube with applicator amps up the wow factor with a luminous, champagne glow. It is suitable by itself or layered over make-up to highlight cheek and brow bone or the bridge of the nose. www.benefitcosmetics.com