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Bethenny Frankel says this L'Oreal gem, down to $12, makes her skin glowy in seconds
First Martha Stewart and now the RHONY alum — is this illuminating tint the Hollywood secret to looking like a million bucks?
It won't be long before those holiday party invites start rolling in. You'll need a few stunning outfits and glam accessories, and it's a good idea to refresh your makeup bag too. Folks who just don't have the time or energy to commit to a 10-step beauty routine should seek out multitasking products like L'Oreal's True Match Lumi Glotion, which can make you look magnificent in seconds. Martha Stewart is a fan, as is Real Housewives of New York alum Bethenny Frankel. She posted a TikTok video demonstrating how she applies the product — and how she uses three shades at once to achieve the perfect rosy, glowy, bronzy complexion. Right now, the top-selling glow enhancer is on sale for $12 at Amazon.
This top-rated highlighter comes in four shades: Deep, Medium, Light, and Fair (though we're not seeing a sale on Fair at the moment). Wear it on its own, layer it with foundation for extra coverage or use it on specific areas where you want a sun-kissed glow.
Why is this a good deal? 💰
Prices on beauty products fluctuate often over at Amazon, but usually only by a dollar or two. Right now, the Lumi Glotion is $5 off, which makes it a pretty sweet deal. Heck, for only $12, you can follow Frankel's lead and grab it in a few shades.
Why do I need this? 🤔
Perhaps the better question is, how have you lived this long without this glow-enhancing face lotion? We're not sure there's anyone who wouldn't want to look luminous and sun-kissed in seconds. As Frankel demonstrates in her video, applying Lumi Glotion is really as simple as squeezing some of the product onto your hands and then massaging it onto your face. Almost instantly, your complexion is completely transformed and your skin looks brighter and more radiant.
We love that you don't have to be a makeup pro to apply Glotion; its lightweight formula glides on and blends easily. If you hate heavy foundation that feels cakey on your skin, or even worse, emphasizes fine lines, it's worth a try. Just a little goes a long way, and it's so weightless you'll barely notice it's on. For a flushed or bronzed look, dab on a bit more until you're satisfied. (Read more about what Yahoo editors who tested the product think about it here.)
What reviewers say 💬
Beauty lovers on social media are all about L'Oreal's Lumi Glotion, and so are Amazon shoppers — they've given the formula more than 40,000 five-star ratings! People swear that it makes skin truly glow.
Pros 👍
"This stuff is amazing!" one person wrote in their review. "It's perfect for those of us who don't wear foundation, or a day when you don't feel like it. This gives me just the right amount of glow. ... It evens out my skin tone but without coverage, if that makes sense. It's very hydrating and blends beautifully."
Another Lumi lover commented, "I have been using Lumi Glotion for some time now. It gives my skin a healthy glow without looking as though I'm wearing makeup. It's great for a more casual look as it evens out my skin tone while remaining sheer. I mostly wear it for daytime activities such as yoga, hiking, etc. It's possible to look fabulous without appearing to have tried too hard!"
Cons 👎
Though tons of shoppers are pleased with Lumi Glotion, some report that it can be tricky to blend.
"I think this product is pretty OK but it’s kind of patchy and you have to watch your blending. Sometimes I’ll just randomly see during the day that I didn’t blend one spot and then it just looks really bad," one shopper explained.
Another added, "I got this for that glowy bronze summer look and it just looked dirty on me. The product is a little harder to blend than I expected. Under foundation, [it] is nice but alone I look like I just went swimming in mud."
Fun fact: You can use Glotion on more than just your face. Try applying it to your chest, collarbone and shoulders — wherever you want a subtle glow.
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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