Imagine if you could walk around every day in the perfect lighting - it isn't going to happen, but this product can help.
I've used incandescent & dim light as subtle highlighters and the warmer radiant light as a highlighter and all over face glow giver.
These powders are super fine... super duper fine. and it doesn't take much to load up a brush.
I'm also very in love with the packaging. The mirror in this is huge. However, I am aware that the powders can break easily and for that reason, this splurge product comes with me in my carry on luggage (ok, all my powder makeup tends to end up in my carry on!)
Actually, Dim Light is another that I would recommend over other parts of the face.
I purchased the Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette after seeing it EVERYWHERE. It is constantly raved about over Instagram and beauty forums with many saying it is a 'life changing' product. With an $89 price tag, I held out a little while before purchasing via phone order from Mecca Wellington.
This product is beautiful. The packaging is sturdy and luxurious, with a large mirror that makes it perfect for travelling. A lot of people who had ordered online had commented that it was smaller than they had anticipated, but I thought it was a great size. I love adding luxury, feminine makeup products to my collection and this has become a staple.
The palette contains three shades, including one limited edition. Usually there is one 'dud' shade that never gets used, but these are equally gorgeous and wearable. I use these as a setting powder or apply as a highlighter to the cheekbones, nose etc. In fact, sometimes I will run my brush through all of the shades and apply it like fairy dust over my skin. Whichever way it is applied, the end result is healthy, glowing skin. What sets this product apart from other highlighters is that this glow is mysterious, and can't be pinpointed to a single product or section of the face, resulting in comments such as "wow, have you been drinking lots of water lately?" and "have you changed your makeup, it looks amazing!" This product is easy to apply and it is virtually impossible to get a glittery, OTT finish. I have combination skin that ends up matte and flat by the time I apply my base, so this is a great addition to my beauty routine.
Is it worth the hype? Whilst it is now a staple in my makeup routine, I wouldn't say this product is life changing. I do still reach for my other highlighters at times (Stila Kitten and The Balm Mary-Lou Manizer), and if you have a highlighter that you already adore, it may not be worth purchasing. If you can't see yourself splurging, I would pick up Stila Kitten or Mary-Lou Manizer instead. They are not dupes, but are equally as lovely.
Tips: Pack this with you when travelling as it has the best mirror I have seen.