Where to Apply Highlighter On A Mature Face

Highlighter is the ultimate tool for lifting, illuminating, and accentuating your best features—no matter your age. For mature skin, the right techniques and formulas can make all the difference. Here’s our complete guide to applying highlighter for a youthful, radiant glow.

Understanding Mature Skin

As skin ages, it loses moisture and oil production slows, leading to dryness, rough texture, and dullness. Slower cell turnover can also contribute to uneven patches. But with the right approach, anyone can achieve a luminous, youthful look. The key is tailoring your highlighter application to your skin’s needs.

Best Highlighter Placement for Mature Skin

Placement is crucial for a natural glow. Avoid applying highlighter to dry, rough, or lined areas, as shimmer can accentuate texture.

Focus on:

• Tops of the cheekbones for a lifted effect
• Brow bones to open the eyes
• Bridge of the nose for subtle definition

Avoid the outer corners of the eyes, where fine lines are most visible.

Choosing the Right Highlighter

Formulation matters as much as placement. Avoid overly shimmery or frosty highlighters, which can emphasize dryness. Cream highlighters are ideal—they blend easily, hydrate, and deliver a soft, dewy finish.

Patrick Ta’s Major Glow Crème & Powder Light Reflecting Highlighter Duo is a top choice. The crème is enriched with squalane and nourishing butters for a lit-from-within glow, while the silky powder adds refined radiance. Use alone or try the signature cream-over-powder technique for a multidimensional finish.

Highlighter Application Tips

1. Prep with hydration – Moisturizer and a hydrating primer create a smooth base.
2. Blend thoroughly – Use a dense brush or beauty sponge for a seamless, natural look.
3. Build gradually – Start light and layer as needed to avoid overpowering shimmer.
   

With the right highlighter and application techniques, mature skin can glow beautifully at any age.