Talking of summer beauty products, body shimmer is a gorgeous ditz.
Although it has less to do with practicality, it is sure pretty. Red carpet stars are slathered with body shimmer before hitting the red carpet, and it’s easy to see where they get the glow from. But applying body shimmer is not as easy as it seems. Fiona stiles, a makeup artist who has worked with stars like Gabrielle Union, says that particle size matters most. She suggests that the more highly milled the shimmer is, the more practical it looks.
Also, color is everything. Experts suggest that you should be wary of anything that looks too gold or cold. If you apply a body shimmer that is too goldish, you will look too glittery, and anything too silvery looks fake. It is also nice to manage your expectations. Remember, the glow you see on camera may look slightly different in real life.
It is good to know that glistening makeup doesn’t have to start and end with a face highlight. Body shimmer provides the perfect way to achieve glowing makeup during a special event or a night out. But making the sparkle last all night long is the real deal.
Here are some golden rules for applying body shimmer.
Prep for the sparkle
Proper prep is the key to maintaining your glow throughout the night or day, depending on the event. You should apply a layer of moisturizer first before applying the body shimmer. That ensures your skin is well hydrated to ensure the shimmer lotion goes into the skin perfectly. Use a moisturizer that is rich and hydrating.
Choose the right body shimmer.
As earlier mentioned choosing the right shimmer is of utmost importance. You don’t want to appear too fake or too glittery. Look for a body shiner that gives a beautiful soft glow.
Sparkle the right areas
First, you need to choose the right areas on your body to apply the shimmer. Many people prefer using it over their neck, decollate, arms and legs. Ensure you sparkle only the areas that naturally catch the light. That includes the shoulders, decollete, the front of the thighs, and calves. Applying specific body parts gives your body dimension and keeps you from looking as if you fell into a bucket of body glitter.
Use a brush or sponge.
After preparing your body to apply the body shimmer, it is good to use a brush or a sponge to apply the shimmer lotion or oil.
On the other hand, when you use your hands, you find that the shimmer sticks to your hands than going to where it is needed.
Avoid rubbing it with your palms and use bristles instead. Also, apply less than you think you need because you can always add another layer if you need it compared to overdoing it in the first place.
Remember that a bit of body shimmering lotion goes a long way. You can sponge the shimmer on if you want more control over the amount you apply. All in all, do it in moderation.
