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Beauty-Director Approved Brightening Picks to Chase Away Dullness
From an in- shower glossing treatment to a face mask that’ll fast-forward you to midsummer dewiness.
by : Katherine Lalancette- Mar 6th, 2024
After a long, harsh winter, everything—our skin, our hair, our nails—tends to look a little, um, lacklustre. To help chase away the dullness, beauty director Katherine Lalancette has rounded up the best radiance- reviving picks, from an in- shower glossing treatment to a face mask that’ll fast-forward you to midsummer dewiness.
LUMIFY REDNESS RELIEVER EYE DROPS, $30
Lumify has long been a Hollywood secret, but it has only recently become available north of the border. Unlike most redness-reducing drops, these work by constricting veins—rather than arteries—to whiten eyes without hindering oxygen flow. Their gaze-awakening effect is so impressive, you might be tempted to skip concealer
LONDONTOWN KUR ILLUMINATING NAIL CONCEALER, $22
This illuminating “nail concealer” went viral on social media—and for good reason. It’s sheer and slightly iridescent, working like a filter to blur imperfections and make even the sorriest nails instantly look healthy and groomed. It’s also packed with nourishing ingredients that will strengthen nails over time.
MILK MAKEUP ODYSSEY LIP OIL GLOSS IN JOURNEY, $36
This is a balm and a gloss all in one. The non-sticky oil drenches lips in comforting moisture to relieve dryness on contact. And it makes your pout look amazing too—all soft and scrumptious. Wear it on its own or pair it with your favourite nude liner for a subtle plumping effect.
ORIBE SUPERSHINE LIGHT MOISTURIZING CREAM, $68
An absolute game-changer for hair, this lightweight cream acts like a leave-in conditioner, infusing thirsty strands with moisture and boosting shine like you wouldn’t believe. Use it right after you step out of the shower. It also protects against heat and helps hide split ends.
CLINIQUE EVEN BETTER LIGHT REFLECTING PRIMER, $50
There are about 20 billion prismatic illuminators in this primer, along with hydrating hyaluronic acid and glow-giving vitamin C. The result is a complexion that beams in the most natural, non- sparkly way. Makeup goes on like a charm and stays looking fresh for up to 16 hours.
HERBIVORE PRISM BOTANICAL AHA + BHA EXFOLIATING GLOW FACIAL, $79
This mask replicates the effects of a fancy facial in just 20 minutes. After a single use, you’ll notice that your skin is smoother and so much more radiant. It’s all thanks to the exfoliating plant-based AHAs (glycolic, lactic, tartaric and malic acids) and willow-bark BHA in the formula, which purify pores and leave you gleaming.
PUREOLOGY COLOR FANATIC TOP COAT + SHEER IN CLEAR, $45
Think of this treatment as a topcoat for your hair. Just like an in-salon gloss, it dials up shine, but since it’s clear, it won’t alter your colour. It will, however, leave it positively dazzling. Apply after shampooing and wait five minutes before rinsing.
VICTORIA BECKHAM BEAUTY INSTANT BRIGHTENING WATERLINE PENCIL, $39
It’s an age-old makeup-artist trick: a stroke of pale-beige pencil along the waterlines to illuminate the eyes. Victoria Beckham has sworn by the hack for years, which is why she made it her mission to create her dream version of the liner for her eponymous brand.
WESTMAN ATELIER LIT UP HIGHLIGHT STICK IN LIT, $64
This is the antithesis of a glittery highlighter that turns cheekbones into disco balls. The clear balmlike formula catches the light just so while making it look like you have totally bare skin. Dab it on the high points of your face for a gorgeous glassy glow.
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