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Beauty report: Hourglass Vanish Flash Highlighting Stick

Words by Rachel Krasky

Delivering a subtle but buildable reflective glow.

Name: Hourglass Vanish Flash Highlighting Stick  
Price: $61
What it does: 
Creates an instant flash of glow, with a smooth and weightless texture.
Available from: mecca.com.au

How it feels/smells/looks

Unsurprisingly, Hourglass has again delivered with a top-shelf formula. This creamy highlighter blends seamlessly into the skin, without looking patchy and delivers a subtle but buildable reflective glow. I’d heard a lot of people say this product didn’t pack much of a punch, but upon application (and wear throughout the day) I think it gives a really beautiful glow. It’s perfect for everyday use, but buildable if you do want a more vibrant and obvious glow. The packaging is beautiful and the same as the brand’s famous stick foundation, but in silver.

Why I like it

It’s a really nice cream formula! A lot of cream highlighters need a lot of work to be moulded into the skin, while this one is super easy and quick to apply and gives a natural but radiant finish. Additionally, it’s super lightweight and isn’t at all sticky, so it doesn’t interfere with any other products and has lasting power. As with all Hourglass products, the brand seems to always find a way to make products mesh with the skin, rather than sit on top of it.

Areas for improvement

The clear issue here is the price point. Over $60 for a highlighter ain’t cheap. This one will come down to personal preference. There are a lot of amazing highlighters that can be found at the drugstore, but if you’re in the mood to splurge and you’re already an Hourglass fan, this one won’t let you down.  

4.5/5

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