As far as I'm concerned, the launch of every highlighter [2] should be accompanied by mass hysteria and widespread fanfare, because highlighters are majestic additions to every makeup bag.
While many think less is more [3] when it comes to the sun-kissed goodness of highlighters, I'm of the more-is-never-enough persuasion. So when the news hit that beauty influencer Huda Kattan planned to add a third 3D highlighter palette to her beauty line, I was beside myself, and rightfully so. Bronze Sands [4], which launches on Feb. 16, joins its popular predecessors Pink Sands and Golden Sands but has been formulated to "deliver an enviable glow for tanned to rich skin tones."
I managed to get my hands on the new launch before its official release, and my before-and-after picture speaks for itself: from bland to blinding. To say I'm in love with this palette would be an understatement.
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Florie Mwanza
Layering a highlighter can be a painstaking process on rushed mornings, but rest assured that you can wear each of these shades on their own. Barbados, which is a deep golden shade in a melted texture, is easily dabbed onto your cheekbones with your finger and would come in handy when you're on the run or need a subtle glow in the Summer. The next step, Maldives, is a gold powder that's so fine, it goes on like a dream and can be built up to your desired brightness. I've never personally used a highlight shade to contour, but the deep bronze powder that is Aruba has made me a convert; while it doesn't give a dramatic contour, it makes a lovely shade contrast to Maldives. Lastly, despite the bright, rosy hue of Bora Bora, it doesn't show up as much over the other shades, so it might be a great option to use on its own.
