If you want in on the easiest trick used by models and celebrities to get that polished, glowing look, it’s not necessarily about layers of foundation or bronzer. It is none other than the magic touch of a highlighter. Requiring little to no skill, it takes you from amateur to pro in just seconds.
I have a variety of highlighting pencils and powders, but Senna‘s “Light Tricks” Highlighting Pencil is the best for the everyday subtle touch. This pencil has two tips (one with vanilla matte, the other glowing champagne) that twist out, requiring no sharpening. It’s perfect to keep in your on-the-go cosmetics pouch. Use the thick end to apply to the inner corner of the eyelid after you’ve applied shadow. This brightens and awakens your eyes and really makes them pop. Use the thin end to line the inner corners of the lower lid to immediately wash away tired eyes. It requires no blending, goes on smoothly without smudging your shadow, and lasts all day without creasing or clumping (it’s even waterproof). The champagne is subtle for day, even if you use it alone – it gives you just a touch of glimmer that’s fresh and youthful. I knew giving good face is all in the details, but who knew a skimpy little pencil could make such an impact? At Senna for $22.
I’m going to have to try this eye pencil out! Currently I’m using a vanilla cream that isn’t in a pencil, and sometimes it’s hard to apply the amount I want with either a brush or my finger. So this pencil seems like something I should invest in!