Quick answer

Apply Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Lowlighter after foundation and before powder, using your fingertips or a damp sponge to tap a thin layer onto the high points of your face. Blend immediately with light, tapping motions. The balm blurs imperfections while adding a soft, luminous glow. Start with a small amount—you can always build up.

What makes this lowlighter different from a highlighter

Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Lowlighter is a versatile complexion enhancer that adds a soft, luminous glow while blurring the look of imperfections. Unlike traditional powder highlighters that sit on top of the skin, this balm has a blurring effect that creates a natural-looking finish. It comes in the shade Off The Grid and is part of the Danessa’s Favorites collection. While a highlighter typically adds intense shine, a lowlighter is designed for a subtle, lit-from-within glow that can be worn alone or layered.

Step-by-step application

Follow this order for the best results. Each step includes a checkpoint to help you avoid common mistakes.

Choosing the right tool and amount

You can apply with clean fingertips, a damp makeup sponge, or a small synthetic brush. Fingertips warm the balm for easy blending, while a sponge gives a sheerer finish. A brush offers more precision. Start with a rice-grain amount for each area—it’s easier to add more than to remove excess. If you apply too much, simply tap over it with your foundation sponge to lift some product.

How to layer with other makeup

Apply after liquid or cream foundation but before setting powder. If you use a powder foundation, apply the lowlighter first, then lightly dust powder on top to lock it in without dulling the glow. For extra longevity, you can set only the areas you tend to get oily and leave the lowlighter untouched. This balm also works well over bare skin for a no-makeup makeup look.

Application steps

  1. Start with a clean, moisturized base: Apply your usual skincare and let it absorb fully. If you use Yummy Skin Moisture Repair Balm Serum, this is the time. Wait 1–2 minutes before makeup. Checkpoint: Skin should feel smooth, not slippery. Excess product can cause the lowlighter to pill.
  2. Apply foundation or tint as usual: Use your regular foundation, BB cream, or skin tint. Blend well. The lowlighter goes on after your base but before powder. Mistake to avoid: Don’t apply lowlighter directly onto bare skin if you want it to last—it needs a base to grip.
  3. Dot a small amount on high points: Tap your fingertip or sponge into the balm and dot onto cheekbones, brow bone, cupid’s bow, and the bridge of your nose. Use a light touch—one dot per area is enough to start. Checkpoint: You should see a subtle sheen, not a stripe of color. If it looks heavy, you’ve used too much.
  4. Blend immediately with tapping motions: Using your finger or a damp sponge, tap and press the product into the skin. Don’t swipe—tapping preserves the blurring effect and prevents streaks. Mistake to avoid: Waiting too long to blend. This balm sets quickly, so work one area at a time.
  5. Build coverage if desired: For a more noticeable glow, add another thin layer on the same spots. Always tap, don’t rub. You can also mix a tiny amount with your foundation for an all-over luminosity. Checkpoint: The finish should look like skin, not makeup. If it looks patchy, tap over it with a clean damp sponge to smooth.
  6. Set only if needed: If you have oily skin or want extra wear time, lightly dust a translucent powder only on your T-zone, avoiding the lowlighter areas. For a dewier look, skip powder entirely. Mistake to avoid: Powdering directly over the lowlighter—it will dull the glow and can cause cakiness.

Product facts

  • Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Lowlighter: Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Lowlighter is a versatile complexion enhancer designed to add a soft, luminous glow while blurring the look of imperfections. Available in the shade Off The Grid. This dual-action formula means you get a natural, blurred finish without needing a separate primer or filter.
  • Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder: Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder is a texture-reducing, coverage-boosting balm that balances oils throughout the day while maintaining hydration, powered by Swedish ingredient Upsalite. If you have oily skin or want extra blurring, layering this powder balm under or over the lowlighter can extend wear and control shine.
  • Yummy Skin Moisture Repair Balm Serum: Yummy Skin Moisture Repair Balm Serum is designed to help repair and moisturize the skin, offering a nourishing treatment for your daily routine. Prepping with this balm serum can create a smooth base, helping the lowlighter blend seamlessly and last longer.