Hourglass Unreal Liquid Highlighter launches with 12-hour glow and skincare benefits (aff)
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A new liquid highlighter from Hourglass promises radiant skin, hydration and a weightless glow that lasts all day
The trick with highlighters, like any makeup application, is to achieve a natural look that gives a healthy glow. And Hourglass Cosmetics’ new Unreal Liquid Highlighter, £38, does just that fabulously - delivering up to 12 hours of light-responsive luminosity and beautiful radiance.
The five shades have launched exclusively at Space NK alongside the new No.16 Highlighter Brush, £48, for the perfect application of your new highlighter.
The texture of the highlighter is feather-light and it glides onto your skin. Powered by an advanced liquid-light system designed to mimic the way skin naturally reflects light, ultra-fine pigments create a weightless finish with no hint of heaviness. It also contains Hyaluronic Acid and Upcycled White Lupin Seed Extract to hydrate and firm the skin at the same time.
Application is fun. Shake the bottle and use the little button at the base to dispense a couple of drops onto the back of your hand. Using the No.16 Highlighter Brush, apply the highlighter at the apple of the cheek, then buff and blend upward toward the cheekbone. For additional glow, apply it on the inner arch of your brow bone, cupid's bow, and bridge of the nose.
Choose from Evoke, Divine, Mythic, Dream, and my favourite Infinite, which has a yellowy-gold hue. This is a classy, glitter-free highlighter that you’ll use again and again.
Hourglass Cosmetics founder, Carisa Janes, said: “I wanted to create a lightweight, easy-to-use liquid highlighter that feels effortless and versatile - something you can wear alone for a natural glow or layer with Unreal Liquid Blush for added dimension. I chose to skip glitter entirely and use only fine pearls, carefully formulating it with a clear base, so the colour comes mostly from the pearls, giving you healthy, subtle radiance.”
Beauty lovers have been instantly impressed with the Unreal Liquid Highlighter:
96% said the product feels weightless and silky on the skin.
93% said the product makes their skin look and feel firmer.
90% said the product leaves skin with a radiant glow.
After 8 hours:
93% said the product continues to have a high shine & radiant finish.
87% said the product makes their skin feel softer and look plumper.
84% said their skin feels more hydrated.
After 12 hours:
90% said the product did not settle into fine lines
90% the product stays in place and true to colour.
87% said the product continues to make their skin look firmer.
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Matching foundation and concealer shades can be one of the trickiest parts of any make-up routine 😩 – but e.l.f. Cosmetics say their newly launched Soft Glam collection could make things much simpler.
The Soft Glam Base Covered Duo bundles the Soft Glam Satin Foundation with the Soft Glam Satin Concealer, both available in 36 shades 🎨 covering cool, neutral and warm undertones across fair to rich skin tones. The idea is simple – choose the same shade for both products and create a coordinated base without the usual guesswork.
Both formulas promise lightweight, satin-finish coverage that is buildable, crease-resistant and transfer-resistant ✨ – designed for everyday wear whether you prefer a natural glow or a more polished look.
Even better for shoppers, the duo is currently £10 with code FLAWLESS 💸 – saving £4 compared with buying the products separately.