Hi Everyone,
Today, I’m reviewing a highlighter by ELF in the shade “Fresh Morning Dew”. Elf is an international cosmetics company that produces affordable makeup. It is definitely considered drugstore. I love this brand because their products are typically under $10, but they do not compromise on quality! For me, their products are usually a direct hit or miss. I received this as a gift from my friend, who knew that I really wanted to test it out. If you want to find out more, keep reading.
Product Description:
This is a full size highlighting stick. Right off the bat, when you see the whiteness of the product, you notice this isn’t like your typically highlighters. Almost every highlighter I’ve used has gold in it, and I wanted something that was more of a sheen than a shine. This product is sold in stores and on their website.
Their website claims:
This highlighting stick is ideal for targeted application to illuminate the skin for a beautiful, fresh, and natural glow. Perfect for bringing light to the cheekbones, bridge of the nose, and cupids bow.
Price:
$4
Ingredients:
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ceresin, Polyethylene, Polybutene, Tocopheryl Acetate (Ve), Phenoxyethanol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosa Canina (Dog Rose) Fruit Oil MAY CONTAIN: Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Red Iron Oxide (CI 77491)
My Experience with ELF Beautifully Bare Highlighting Stick Fresh Morning Dew:
I love the packaging of this tube! It’s a roll-up stick, with a twisting end. The tube is reflective, and just says ELF Targeted Natural Glow Stick. The lid is clear and seals well. Great for traveling! The end is wide and blunt, making it easy to apply wherever you want.
The shade is described as a “clear, shimmer-free balm for a dewy glow”, and I’d say that is pretty accurate. I think dewy makeup has been really in, and wanted a product that I could achieve glossy lids or a fresh face with. I like to use this product as highlighter, but I enjoy using it as eye shadow even more. When I use it on my cheeks, I always set it with a very sheer powder highlight too, because this product is quite sticky. It does dry down from when you first apply it, but even hours later it is tacky to touch. I must say, it does not last very long on your face. It dulls down significantly within 2 or 3 hours. It feels a little strange on the skin at first, because it has a different consistency than anything I have used, the only thing I would compare to it is a chapstick.
When using as an eyeshadow, you can apply it plain all over the lid, or mix a little color into it. It’s absolutely lovely if you’re going for that editorial, glossy-lided look.
I love the way this product looks when paired with pinky shades on the eyes and lip gloss. Alternatively, I love to use this product when my skin is nice, with just a BB cream and some blush. It’s very natural looking and can be blended out.
Pros of ELF Beautifully Bare Highlighting Stick Fresh Morning Dew:
- Such a unique shade.
- Lightweight.
- Enriched with vitamin E and coconut oil.
- No scent.
- Low price.
Cons of ELF Beautifully Bare Highlighting Stick Fresh Morning Dew:
- Does not dry down completely (tacky).
- Appearance lasts for a short time.
IMBB Rating: 4/5
Would I Repurchase/Recommend ELF Beautifully Bare Highlighting Stick Fresh Morning Dew?
I look forward to trying the other shades and I would definitely recommend this product!
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