If there’s one celebrity I’d love to sit down with and quiz all about their skincare and makeup routines, it’s Hailey Bieber. Known for her radiant complexion, I think about her glowy makeup daily. When she launched Rhode back in 2022, you best believe I raced to checkout to get my hands on her go-to skincare products. Whilst they have dramatically improved my skin’s appearance, I’m still desperately searching for something to create that “glazed” finish when doing my daily makeup routine. Enter Rhode’s brand-new Highlight Milk.
Alongside the viral Pocket Bronze, Rhode’s summer collection includes the sought-after Highlight Milk, a shimmery take on the brand’s popular Glazing Milk. Designed to be used on top of your skincare (and under your SPF), it can be worn alone or mixed with your favourite foundation or skin tint to add a radiant finish.
Ever since getting my hands on this product, my makeup game has been taken up a notch. In fact, I’ve had multiple comments on how glowy my complexion looks, and if that’s not a sign to treat yourself to the Highlight Milk, then I don’t know what is. Keep scrolling for my full review…
Rhode Highlight Milk
Pros
- Adds a luminous effect
- Can be worn alone or under makeup
Cons
- More of a subtle finish rather than full-on shimmer
The Formula
Whilst I like to use this to amp up my makeup, it’s a skincare product through and through. Made with the brand’s Glazing Milk formula, it has a lightweight, milky texture and is packed with ceramides, vitamin E and glycerin to hydrate and boost the skin’s barrier.
Even if you don’t have particularly dry skin, I personally think this is a great addition to your skincare routine, as it adds an extra level of glow and hydration. As someone with relatively oily skin, I’ve never found the formula too thick or greasy.
The Shades
The key thing separating this product from the original Glazing Milk is the subtle, pearlescent shimmer. There are four shades available, from a pearly pink to a rich bronze. Shades 01 and 02 are described as sheer, milky bases, whereas shades 03 and 04 have added tints for a warm glow.
At the moment, I’m using shade 02; however, during the winter months, I can see myself switching to 01 for my everyday makeup look.
The Application
What I love about the Highlight Milk is how versatile it is. There are so many ways to use it, but let me talk you through a few of my favourites. If I’m having a “no makeup” makeup day, I apply this all over the skin before going in with concealer and a bit of cream bronzer. Just using these three products makes a huge difference to my complexion, and it’s actually the makeup look that earns me the most compliments on my skin.
However, if I feel like getting a bit dressed up and want a matching makeup look, I mix a few drops of this into my foundation, and the results are always 10/10. Oh, and a top tip that I took straight from the Rhode website? Mix with your body lotion or apply directly to your arms, chest and legs for the most beautiful body shimmer.
The Results
Honestly? I can’t get enough of this product. I’ve tried countless illuminating primers, but what I love about this is that the glow looks completely natural. Yes, it’s described as shimmery, but I actually think it adds a subtle luminosity that would trick anyone into thinking you follow a very strict, 20-step skincare routine (my actual routine is more like cleanser, serum and moisturiser).
What I love about Hailey’s makeup is that it never looks too “done”. Instead, she’s all about letting your skin shine through, and now that I’ve got my hands on the Highlight Milk, I feel like I can finally recreate her signature look. If you want non-stop compliments this summer, I’d say this is a worthwhile investment.
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