3 Ways to Include LUMI Products into Your Makeup Routine
Adding a little extra glow to your look is surprisingly easy with these three highlighter beauty hacks.
May 13, 2026
Strobing, highlighter, baking—whatever you want to call it, the glowy skin trend isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Gone are the days when super-matte skin was in and we’ve now transitioned to a time where gorgeous healthy and glowing skin is the main goal.
As far as we see it, the glowier the better when it comes to ultra-highlighted skin. Whether you’re a makeup addict (we’re right there with you) or searching for a more subdued look, that is equal parts fresh and dewy and summer goddess (without the harmful UV rays, of course), integrating a highlighter into your routine is easier than ever.
What you need to know about highlighters
First thing’s first: where to apply highlighter? The beauty about highlighter—particularly liquid highlighter—is how versatile it is. You can use as much or as little of the L’Oréal Paris Lumi Glow products as you want, going from a high-wattage makeup look to a more natural glowy finish. Whether you’re looking to add a touch of highlighter to the high points of your face—think cheekbones, cupid’s bow and the inner corners of your eyes—or want a more all-over glow—think décolleté and shoulders, highlighter can make you feel like you’re a glowing goddess without the sunshine.
Never forget: Highlighter was made to stand out and add the ultimate glow. Whether you’re prepping for a night out, a special event or just want to bring some kilowatt-level drama to your makeup look, in this case, the more highlighter the merrier. You could probably write the book on how to apply highlighter and likely even have a whole highlighter palette to choose a different level for every day of the week (and we applaud that!).
You can appreciate the more-is-more approach to highlighter but are more of a less-is-more user. Even if you’re just hoping for a bit of a perk-up to fake that eight-hours-of-sleep look, you can still add a touch of highlighter and get that low-key, model-off-duty natural glow.
Some days you want lots of drama, some days you want no drama and some days you just want to put your freshest face forward. You may not want your highlighter to be the main attraction, but certainly don’t consider it the understudy either.
Not sure where to start? Use these three simple highlighter hacks to achieve your optimal level of glow.
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Hack #1: Moisturizer
Step 1: Apply the L'Oréal Paris LUMI Glotion Tinted Moisturizer all over clean, moisturized skin using your fingers, a sponge, or a brush.
Step 2: Blend from the centre of the face outward for a natural, even glow. If you want a little more radiance, you can also bring it down onto your neck and décolleté.
Hack #2: Foundation
Step 1: After finishing off your skincare routine, add the L’Oréal Paris Lumi Glotion to your foundation and mix together.
Step 2: Apply your foundation as you normally would to achieve a look that has coverage with a bit of glow.
Pro tip: L'Oréal Paris True Match Lumi Glotion is a multi-purpose beauty product that can be used alone, as a primer, with foundation, or to highlight and contour. It hydrates skin and delivers a natural, all-over glow to your skin.
Hack #3: Highlighter
Step 1: Apply L'Oréal Paris Lumi Le Glow Highlighter Stick directly above your cheekbones and on your cupid’s bow for an enhanced glow.
Final thoughts: How to add glow to your skin
Some days you want lots of glow, some days you want hardly any, and some days you just want skin that looks fresher and more awake. That’s why a modern glow routine works best when it’s flexible. A tinted moisturizer can create an all-over luminous base, a glow enhancer can brighten up foundation, and a stick highlighter can bring light exactly where you want it.
FAQ
How do I add glow to my makeup routine without looking greasy?
The easiest way is to choose where you want the glow. For a more natural look, use a luminous product all over the face in a thin layer. For a more controlled look, keep the glow only on the high points of the face.
Should I use a glow product before or after foundation?
You can do either, depending on the effect you want. Mixed into foundation or worn underneath, glow products can make the skin look more radiant overall. Applied on top, they act more like a traditional highlighter.
What’s the difference between a glow lotion and a highlighter stick?
A glow lotion usually gives more of an all-over radiant finish, while a highlighter stick is better for targeted application. One gives a more diffused glow, while the other gives more precision.
Can I use glow products on bare skin?
Yes. Many glow products work well on bare skin when you want a fresher, lighter makeup look with a natural-looking radiance.
Where should I apply highlighter on my face?
The most common places are the cheekbones, cupid’s bow, brow bone, and inner corners of the eyes. These are the areas where light naturally hits and where glow tends to look most flattering.
