Got Shimmer?

If make up games are your thing, it’s likely you already know that glittery glam is very much on its way out. In its place is something much more refined and elegant – shimmer.

Where glitter was large splashes of shine and substance, shimmer is too subdued to be able to identify easily. It’s more like lightness on the face than a hard shine. Shimmer is found in all kinds of make up from foundations to eye shadows. Blush, lipsticks and brighteners all have a bit of shimmer to help your face brighten up and glow this summer.

If you’re not yet familiar with the concept of shimmer and how to use it, head to a favorite cosmetic counter to check out the items available. One of the sales ladies can assist you and explain what each does, but for the most part all traditional items work the same way, but have a bit more lightness to the tone they leave on your skin.

A stick of shimmer can be used to make your whole face look different. Apply a bit at the inside corners of your eyes and on the brow bone. Blend and your look is dazzling. It’s important to remember, however, that there can be too much of a good thing. Don’t overdo shimmer – it’s best in small doses.