Makeup Revolution Radiance Palette Review

Happy Sundays, dolls!  I hope you all had a wonderful weekend.  The hubs and I just got back from Arizona after a whirlwind of a week, driving pretty much everywhere within a 30 mile radius of Phoenix ? After visiting 20+ rental properties, I think we might have found our next home!  I am both excited for a change of scenery and a bundle of nerves, having never moved out of California.  I’ll be keeping you updated on the move as it comes 😉 Today, we will be reviewing the Makeup Revolution Radiance Palette!  I was excited to put this to the test after reading online that this was an affordable dupe for the Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powders, which I personally haven’t tried.

What it is:  This palette contains Makeup Revolution’s unbelievable Radiant Light Illuminators.  So soft and natural, bring instant illumination to your complexion (ulta.com).

Price: $15, 0.52 oz/ 15 g (ulta.com)

Packaging:  I like the sleek and sturdy compact packaging, which will hold up during travels, and that it includes a large mirror.  The large, generous-sized pans also make it easy to apply with your larger powder brushes.Formula:  These powders feel very soft and creamy to the touch.  The formula is finely milled and doesn’t emphasize the texture of my skin whatsoever.  I detect hints of shimmer in the pan, but that doesn’t show up when applied on the skin.  If you are expecting a super reflective highlighter, you would be sorely disappointed in these results, as this is a very natural illuminator.  A light wash of these powders on a fan brush gives a gorgeous glow-from-within to the cheekbones and highpoints of the face. Swatches:  This palette comes with three shades to mix and match as you see fit.  The first two shades are very similar.  One is a warmer, golden champagne shade while the other is slightly paler and more cool-toned.  Both work well for adding a lovely natural highlight to the cheekbones and/or down the bridge of the nose.  The last peachy shade is the darkest of the three and my personal favorite.  It can be used as a highlighter as well, but I personally like using it as a finishing/setting powder over areas where I would bronze my face.  It adds a beautiful warmth to the skin and all-over glow.

Overall Rating:  I was very impressed with the quality and performance of this Makeup Revolution Radiance Highlighter Palette so I award them 9/10 stars.  I love the creamy formula, shade selection, and affordable price point.  These shades are so flattering on a wide range of skintones and I’m glad I was able to find use for all three shades.  If you favor a more dramatic highlight, I would pass on this palette, but if you love a subtle, natural glow, I recommend adding these strobing powders to your collection! ?

Have you tried this Makeup Revolution Radiance Highlighter Palette?  What are your thoughts on the formula? 

XO,

Mary Dee

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