Winky Lux

 Cheeky Rose Liquid Highlighter

Submitted 2 years ago

By ericarodriguezbeauty

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First Impressions & Packaging Moment The packaging? Giving luxury for less! It's serving clean girl aesthetic with its sleek bottle and rose gold accents. The applicator is this super soft doe-foot situation that makes application literally foolproof. Plus, the size is perfect for your makeup bag without taking up too much space (we love a space-saving queen!). Formula Check Okay bestie, let's talk about the consistency because it's kind of everything? It's giving liquid silk vibes - not too runny, not too thick. The formula is buildable (your choice between subtle "I just went for a run" flush or "main character energy" rosy cheeks). It's also infused with rose extract, so we're getting skincare benefits too. . . werk! ‍️Blendability & Application No gatekeeping here - this blush is literally so easy to work with! Whether you're team beauty blender, brush, or fingers (no judgment), it blends like a dream. You've got enough play time before it sets, so no need to stress about working quick. Pro tip: start with tiny dots and build up because she's pigmented, bestie!The Color Story The rosy shade is giving natural flush realness! It's that perfect "just pinched" pink that somehow looks good on literally everyone. It's giving "maybe she's born with it" vibes but make it 2024. The subtle shimmer (more like a glow from within) is so fine it doesn't look glittery - we love a sophisticated moment!Staying Power The tea? This blush actually lasts! We're talking 6-8 hours of pretty flush without getting patchy. It doesn't pull that disappearing act halfway through the day like some other liquid blushes we know (looking at you, other brands ). Even through mask wearing, she's pretty resilient!The Glow Up What's super impressive is how this blush literally melts into your skin. It's not sitting on top giving obvious makeup vibes - it's giving "I naturally look this gorgeous" energy. Whether you're rocking a full beat or just doing minimal makeup, it works!Price Talk Is it budget? Not really. Is it worth it? TEA. The price point is middle of the road, but considering how little product you need for each application, this bottle is going to last you through multiple main character seasons.

Submitted 2 years ago

By Chris

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Just beautiful, and so subtle, especially for aging skin. The perfect amount of shine and highlight in an easy to use applicator.

Submitted 2 years ago

By sambridhi99

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First of all, let's appreciate the design and how beautiful and creative the packaging is, it's literally shaped like a rose with the gold details which is absolutely beautiful. The formula is chef's kiss. It's creamy and blends like a dream, melting into the skin for that lit-from-within glow. It's not chunky or glittery at all, just a smooth, radiant sheen that looks so natural yet so eye-catching. I tried the shade, and OMG, it catches the light beautifully without looking overdone. I love how buildable it is. You can go for a subtle glow or layer it up for that extra pop without it looking cakey. Plus, it's perfect for a quick finger application if you're on the go. Or use a brush for a more precise application which lets you control the shine.

Submitted 2 years ago

By Rhema

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This was my first time trying Winky Lux, and I was immediately drawn to the packaging. The bottle has a beautiful, whimsical design with a gold flower-shaped. It feels high qualityand looks lovely on my vanity. The highlighter itself is a shimmering baby pink with very fine, almost pearlescent shimmer. The puff tip applicator is soft and makes it incredibly easy to apply the product precisely to the high points of my cheeks and even on my eyelids. However, I was a little disappointed with the pigmentation. Even after applying several layers, I wasn't able to achieve the level of shimmer or color payoff I was hoping for. It remained a very subtle, almost translucent sheen. While it did give a nice, natural shade and sparkle, it didn't provide the noticeable highlight I typically look for. The texture is a light, almost watery liquid that blends easily into the skin. It gave a slightly dewy finish. I didn't notice any significant fading throughout the day, which is a plus. All together, while I love the packaging and the easy application, the lack of pigmentation is a drawback for me. I would recommend this highlighter to someone who prefers a very subtle, natural-looking glow, but if you're looking for a more intense highlight, this probably isn't the one.

Submitted 2 years ago

By emilyp

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I'm a beauty guru who loves trying out all of the latest beauty products from hair, skincare, and makeup! What's there not to love about this liquid highlighter! From the packaging with the flowers and gold details, the tubes rose design, down to the chubby applicator for application. The pink opal gel-cream is such a beautiful color, so shimmery and shiny and has a nice texture leaving no sticky or tacky feeling! The applicator tip makes it easy to add to the high points of the face without over applying the product. I like to use my fingertips or a brush to blend it in but it melts so seamlessly into the skin leaving a beautiful pinkish glow. It leaves a natural looking sparkly glow but can also be built up for a more noticeable glow too.