Hourglass Ambient Strobe Lighting Powders
Just when you think you’ve got a handle on contouring and highlighting, the beauty world throws in another must-try technique. Blame YouTube — or the Kardashians — on the latest complexion craze: strobing. Think of it as highlighting taken to the next level or adding a glow worthy of not only a goddess, but every celestial deity you can imagine. Already overwhelmed? We don’t blame you, but with the Hourglass Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder ($38), you’ll get everything you need to strobe like a pro.
“Ambient Strobe Lighting Powders give off the most amazing glow to your skin without being overpowering,” says Carisa Janes, Hourglass Founder. “I love using it with the Ambient Strobe Light Sculptor when I want a more reflective highlight.”
Use the L.A.-based beauty brand’s latest release just like you would a highlighter, but use a light hand if you’re just starting out, because strobing can start to look a little bit crazy if you go full-force straight away. Thankfully, Hourglass’ buildable formula makes it easy to get a subtle reflective gleam and natural-looking luminescence — without a heavy metallic finish. Ultra-fine micro particles of light-reflective shimmer (read: NO glitter) make this daytime appropriate and super easy to build up when the sun sets and you want that candlelit glow after dark. Use your trust brush or Hourglass’ specially designed sponge. Either way, you don’t need your own personal glam squad to perfect the beauty world’s newest obsession — though a few YouTube videos probably won’t hurt.
Available at Sephora.
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