From the set to center stage, celebrities rely on highlighter as a staple in their daily makeup routines just like the rest of us. But when it comes to complexions over 40, not just any formula will do. Read on to discover eight formulas celebrities trust to enhance their already-radiant complexions.
Katherine Heigl, 43
Fenty Beauty Shimmer Stix ($28)
Katherine Heigl shares a look into her lifestyle on her blog, Those Heavenly Days. Heigl shares her all-time favorite beauty products, featuring her one-brand skin-care regimen to staple items in her makeup bag. Her go-to highlighter: this creamy and blendable option from from Fenty.
Natalie Portman, 40
Dior Forever Couture Luminizer Highlighter Powder ($48)
Actress and longtime Dior Beauty global brand ambassador Natalie Portman is not only a fan of the brand’s Forever Foundation, but also of the superfine Luminizer Highlighter Powder to add dimension and shine.
Kerry Washington, 45
Rare Beauty Positive Light Liquid Luminizer Highlight ($22)
Kerry Washington shares her step-by-step guide to her foolproof eyeliner and a bold red lip in a recent Vogue video. Throughout the tutorial, Washington shares her face makeup tutorial. “This is how you make it all come together,” she says during her final touches. Washington uses Rare Beauty’s Positive Light Liquid Lumizier Highlight in the shade transcend.
Regina King, 51
Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish: Sublime Skin Highlighting Trio ($50)
Celebrity makeup artist Latrice Johnson shared with NewBeauty a complete list of products she had used on Regina King for her close-up during a virtual red carpet last year. Johnson used this trio to achieve an effortless, bronzy glam look.
Naomi Watts, 53
Westman Atelier Lit Up Highlight Stick ($48)
In a recent Instagram story, Watts shared her favorite products from Westman Atelier. Her favorite ‘glow-to’ product? Westman Atelier’s Lit Up Highlight Stick: a clear, glossy balm that delivers zero shine, just healthy-looking skin.
Cindy Crawford, 55
Jones Road Beauty’s Miracle Balm ($38)
Crawford gives NewBeauty an exclusive look at her vanity and favorite products, featuring Jones Road Beauty’s Miracle Balm to give her skin a natural glow and tint.
Sarah Jessica Parker, 56
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate ($89)
In a recent article for Harper’s Bazaar, Elaine Offers Woulard, Sarah Jessica Parker’s personal makeup artist, and makeup department head for And Just Like That, Sherri Berman Laurence, discuss SJP’s essentials both on and off set. To get a flawless finish, Woulard uses Tom Ford’s Shade and Illuminate duo to highlight and sculpt the face.
Maye Musk, 73
Dior Forever Couture Luminizer Highlighter Powder ($48)
Actress and supermodel Maye Musk shared her all-time favorite beauty products in a recent video for Vogue. Among the products she said suits her beautiful 73-year-old skin was this fan-favorite from Dior, which she says she adds to the top of her cheekbones for a little shimmer.
Jane Fonda, 84
L’Oréal Age Perfect Radiant Concealer ($13)
Fonda’s makeup artist, David DeLeon, tells NewBeauty that he carefully selects tones in the star’s makeup looks to keep her skin looking youthful. DeLeon uses L’Oréal’s Age Perfect Radiant Concealer under the eyes and on the cheekbone to top off and enhance her radiant complexion.