This is one of those products that I tried out in the store before purchasing because I wanted to make sure that it was the right match for me. So often with highlighters such as the Maybelline Mineral Power Illuminator, the manufacturer puts too much glitter into the product. Instead of illuminating with a subtle, more natural glow, the product gives you a really tacky look that comes off as more fake than it does natural. It’s kind of reminiscent of those roll-on bottles of glitter that used to be so popular in elementary school and junior high. Most adult women do not want that look anymore, me included. I was looking
for an illuminator that would highlight my cheekbones just the slightest bit and would be a complement to whatever shade of blush I may choose to wear on any given day. The Maybelline Mineral Power Illuminator was definitely not the right product for this task, although it does have a redeeming quality that is suited for another task
The consistency of the illuminator itself is not bad. It isn’t too glittery and it isn’t one of those illuminators that just rests on top of the skin rather than blending onto the level of your foundation. However, it still does not look natural. It just comes off way too shiny to appear natural. It ...
