3 Holiday Highlighters Bright Enough to Ring in the New Year

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2018 was replete with countleess memories — both delightful and difficult — and although I am grateful for family, friends, and you, I am very much looking forward to the new year. My wish is that 2019 will be brighter than ever and that everyone’s highlight is equally bright!

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The BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfector Liquid Highlighter in ‘Rose Gold’ is such a lovely choice for the holidays as it imparts a rosy glow to the cheeks. This would be an absolutely beautiful highlighter for deeper skin tones since it is much darker than the typical champagne shade but I enjoy applying this along the apples of my cheeks like a blush before I apply powder products.  This formula has a noticeable yet natural, shimmer-free sheen  and melts into the skin so well with a damp beauty sponge.

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For a classic cult favorite, I always opt for the BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Highlighter and this year, I have been wearing the shade ‘Opal’ – a medium golden pearl with warm undertones. It is not only shimmery as the name suggests, but also intense, long-lasting, and light-reflecting. If you want everyone at that New Year’s party to compliment your glowing cheekbones, then I recommend this highlighter.

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For those of you who prefer a more subtle makeup look, the Benefit  Watts Up! Cream-to-Powder Highlighter is a wonderful way to celebrate the holidays. It works exceptionally with dry, tired skin, blends easily with fingertips, and features a pretty champagne glow. Like the powder highlighter mentioned above, I own the travel-sized version of this product, and think it is a fantastic choice.

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I hope your holidays were merry and that your New Years Eve will be as shiny and bright as any of these three highlighters.

XOXO,
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  1. Stunning photos Makena! It always makes me happy to see a post from you on my timeline, lovely content as always ❤️

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