I like their coverage and portability, but it can be hard to get an even amount of product each application so there is some trial and error. Sometimes, if they are too creamy, they sink into lines, but if they aren’t creamy enough, they’re hard to blend out.
— Christine
I like when they have really natural finishes and some color but aren’t overly pigmented as I find that too much pigmentation in stick or cream-based products can often be more challenging to apply and blend out.
— Christine
The shade ranges are often limited and tend to run warm (the latter is less of an issue for me but still an issue for many!). While I can appreciate lighter coverage, I only like it in real life on some occasions (being outdoors, running errands), but I generally reach for medium coverage or greater (the latter for photos).
— Christine
If it’s very luminous, I always feel like it’s sliding around my face and almost emphasizes my skin texture. I like a natural finish so that it doesn’t look flat or mask-like, though.
— Christine
Anything really, really matte isn’t for me as I find it just emphasizes skin texture too much or looks so flat that it ends up looking dry rather than smooth.
I don’t like particularly dewy foundations, but I tend to set my makeup, so I need something with a little luminosity so it doesn’t go flat matte!
— Christine
I love the subtle effect that they can give the skin–just enough natural luminosity can be brought back with minimal effort. Sometimes, though, I feel like I’m just fooling myself since they are quite translucent!
— Christine
These days, there are so many liquid highlighters that I find I prefer liquid over cream as I think they blend out a little more readily on top of base products.
— Christine
When they work, they’re a nice last step in a routine. The trick is finding one that has a fine enough mist and doesn’t feel like cling-wrap!
— Christine
I don’t wear it often myself since I do not need it, but I’m glad it exists for occasions where waterworks are likely to occur or for those who need the extra-long wear. They can be annoying to remove, though!
— Christine
I have somewhat watery eyes (depends on the day), so I prefer the longer-lasting formulations as they tend to be truer to wear claims.
— Christine
