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Mary-Lou Manizer


Mary-Lou Manizer

What it is:A silky smooth pressed powder that can be used as a highlighter, shimmer, and shadow.What it does:This highlighter, shadow, and shimmer diffuses light so your skin looks softer and younger while adding a subtle glow. Layer this paraben- and talc-free formula on your lids for luxe-looking lashes, sweep it on your cheeks for a sexy sheen, or use it as an allover finishing touch before hitting the town. What else you need to know:It comes in a sleek mirrored compact for easy transport.Size: 0.3 oz
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Questions & Answers for TheBalm Mary-Lou Manizer

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Mary-Lou Manizer vs. Nars Albatross vs. Lorac Perfectly Lit Luminizer
I'm wondering which one to get.
asked 1 year, 1 month ago
Anonymous
on Mary-Lou Manizer
0 answers
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Does it work as a finishing powder?
I am currently looking for a "setting powder" for foundation. Do you think this would be ok to replace a regular compact? Thank you.
asked 3 years, 2 months ago
supergrrrl
(Philadelphia PA)
on Mary-Lou Manizer
10 answers
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answer 1
i wouldn't use this as a setting powder. your face might end up looking like an oil slick. definitely just use this on areas that would naturally be highlighted.
answered 2 years, 6 months ago
saffrone
(los angeles)
answer 2
I would not use this to set makeup. This is a highlighter. One swipe across your forehead. One down your nose and over your blush. Id use this under brows and and small amount on the chin. glow!
answered 2 years, 9 months ago
jennifer36
(North Bellmore, NY)
answer 3
This powder is VERY brightening, so I wouldn't recommend it as a setting powder unless you are prepared to have highlight/sparkles/shimmering skin every day (which I am, so I do use it as that).
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
bastetgem18
(Orlando, FL)
answer 4
sure you can put it all over your face for a wonderful glow and yes it would set your foundation and stop movement or slide.
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
goose1
(nyc)
answer 5
This product is way too shimmery to use all over the face. If you put it all over the face, the effect would make you look shiny and sweaty. It works well to highlight cheekbones and eyes instead.
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
LaurenJil
(San Dimas, CA)
answer 6
Nope. It's too shimmery to be an all-over face powder. It makes a great highlight and a gorgeous eyeshadow.
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
kitkat887
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 7
No.It does not provide good coverage.
answered 3 years ago
elenag
(Brooklyn,NY)
answer 8
No, I would not put this over the entire face. It could look freakishly shiny all over. This is really just for adding a reflective glow around your eyes, cheekbones, bridge of nose, maybe also a tiny dab on your chin and forehead. I always apply highlighters after my setting powder and before my blush.
answered 3 years ago
dbcla
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 9
I personally definitely would not use it as a finishing powder for all over. Just use it as a highlighter and the impact will be great.
answered 3 years ago
people28
(Irvine, CA)
answer 10
This can be used as a finishing powder. It will give a very luminous, dewy finish.
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Expert Answer
answered 3 years, 2 months ago
1877SEPHORA
(San Francisco, CA)
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I have super pale skin. Will this shade not be too dark/light?
I have super pale skin. Will this shade not be too dark/light?
asked 3 years, 3 months ago
valsilph
(Canada, Ontario)
on Mary-Lou Manizer
9 answers
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answer 1
i have light skin with yellow undertones and it's perfect. i think it would be great on fair skins too.
answered 2 years, 6 months ago
saffrone
(los angeles)
answer 2
I am also very pale. I always take the lightest color foundation. This works great for me.
answered 2 years, 9 months ago
jennifer36
(North Bellmore, NY)
answer 3
perfect shade for pale to medium toned skin, i being a makeup artist use this on many tones of skin, cant live without this one in my kit.
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
goose1
(nyc)
answer 4
I also have very pale skin and I really like this product. A little goes a long way--I use it to highlight my cheekbones and in the inner corners of my eyes. It blends well with other makeup and I think it would work with most skin tones
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
LaurenJil
(San Dimas, CA)
answer 5
It's a champagne sort of color. I think it would flatter just about any skin tone, but to be sure, I would go to sephora and swatch it.
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
kitkat887
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 6
I have pale complection.This product is lighter in real than on a picture. It does not really make my skin looks brighter but ok to use it as highlighter
answered 3 years ago
elenag
(Brooklyn,NY)
answer 7
I wouldn't worry about the shade. It's a very sheer, sheer wash of gold, but this highlighter is for adding REFLECTION more than for giving color. Use it to bounce some light around your eyes by applying to your browbone, inner- eye corner, and tops of you cheekbones. Then give a light sweep down the bridge of your nose and touch on the chin.
answered 3 years ago
dbcla
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 8
It's translucent, and neutral. I think this product would work well for light to medium toned complexions.
answered 3 years, 2 months ago
Marvella
(castro valley, california)
answer 9
It is perfect for light skin!
answered 3 years, 3 months ago
gchap
(Chatham, VA)
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How intense is the shimmer effect?
i don't want to look as though I dumped a bucket of glitter on my face. I'm after as natural a glow as possible, and I have veryveryveryvery pale skin. Thoughts?
asked 3 years, 5 months ago
valsilph
(Canada, Ontario)
on Mary-Lou Manizer
7 answers
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answer 1
that is the great thing about this product. it's not glittery at all. just a very subtle shimmer that gives you a candlelit glow.
answered 2 years, 6 months ago
saffrone
(los angeles)
answer 2
its natural shimmer i apply just above hight cheekbone and also below cheek colour cupids bow and down middle of nose and on the chin, it doesnt look oily and gives a very natural youthful glow to the skin also it photographs amazing, i have a million shimmers and myself and may other makeup artists friends all have this in our kits simply because it does its job.
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
goose1
(nyc)
answer 3
I also have very pale skin and I use this product every day. This isn't the type of product to use all over the face or applied heavily. The shimmer isn't too glittery and the effect is a nice, softly shimmering highlighter for cheekbones and eyes.
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
LaurenJil
(San Dimas, CA)
answer 4
It's not glittery at all. It's shimmery, which to me, is different. I think it would look lovely on pale skin, it's sort of a universal color, I think. It's sort of a champagne/pale gold.
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
kitkat887
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 5
It is very subtle.I have very pale skin and i could hardly see it on my face. could be used for day makeup
answered 3 years ago
elenag
(Brooklyn,NY)
answer 6
Not at all glittery. It's more like a frost that is that has the ability to blend very easily. So you can use it as a highlighter, shadow, or a light healthy glow finish.
answered 3 years, 2 months ago
Marvella
(castro valley, california)
answer 7
The shimmer effect is not too heavy at all. The product is a fine powder and the shimmer is very subtle so it's easy to apply a nice amount. You won't look as though you've thrown a bunch of sparkles on your face. It's subtle.
answered 3 years, 4 months ago
janeaustin
(Austin, TX)
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Should I get this?
Would it be a good idea to get this? I have really pale skin and I'm not sure if it will look good. and should I get it if I'm only in my teens? It says it suppost to make you look younger.
asked 3 years, 2 months ago
msmusicgirl
(N.S.)
on Mary-Lou Manizer
6 answers
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answer 1
i think it looks better on youthful skin actually. you can also use it as an eyeshadow base and highlight color. it's a must have in my opinion.
answered 2 years, 6 months ago
saffrone
(los angeles)
answer 2
I'm 19 and I'm absolutely obsessed with this, it's my favorite highlighter that I own!
answered 2 years, 9 months ago
dollabillz
(San Francisco, CA)
answer 3
wow i use this on 16 yrs old models fashion catwalk..they look glowey dwey simply amazing skin everytime!
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
goose1
(nyc)
answer 4
It's designed to be a highlight, which would go on your cheekbones to catch the light and give you a subtle glow. It would look good at any age, I personally love it. It can also be used as an eyeshadow or on your body for shimmer wherever you might want it. It's a good product and I recommend it.
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
kitkat887
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 5
I have fair skin and it adds an extra something that I love. THis stuff is awesome and I wear it almost everyday. I can dress it up or down.
answered 3 years ago
allaboutkara
(Linthicum, MD)
answer 6
I highly recommend this product. Even if you have a pale complexion, this product is translucent, it makes your skin look healthier, which would probably be a better description than "younger", if you're a teen. It gives a healthy glow, like you take good care of your skin. It will liven up dull looking complexions. It's also great to highlight around the eye areas, like the brow bone, or around the tear duct areas, to make your eyes appear brighter.
answered 3 years, 2 months ago
Marvella
(castro valley, california)
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will this product make me break out? Is it oil free?
asked 3 years ago
fionna
on Mary-Lou Manizer
6 answers
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answer 1
since all skin is different i can't answer that question. but i do get rosacea and this product does not make me break out at all. and i don't think it has oil in it.
answered 2 years, 6 months ago
saffrone
(los angeles)
answer 2
I have super sensitive skin and it hasn't made me break out and I've used it pretty much everyday for three weeks..
answered 2 years, 10 months ago
Starlightnb
(Orange County, CA)
answer 3
no never...not this baby...tryed it on a tonne people...being a makeup artist cant risk models getting flawed skin!
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
goose1
(nyc)
answer 4
It's a powder. I doubt it would break you out, it didn't break me out at all, but I have dry skin. I don't think it would unless you put it all over your face, but that's not really what this is made for.
answered 2 years, 11 months ago
kitkat887
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 5
I don't think it's oil free but it doesn't make me break out. I
answered 3 years ago
allaboutkara
(Linthicum, MD)
answer 6
It hasn't had me break out. All you need it a tiny bit to get an effect.
answered 3 years ago
people28
(Irvine, CA)
Question
applying
should I just apply it on top of foundation with my hands? or a brush or pad?
asked 2 years, 10 months ago
Anonymous
on Mary-Lou Manizer
6 answers
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answer 1
since it is a powder i would apply it over foundation with a brush.
answered 2 years, 6 months ago
saffrone
(los angeles)
answer 2
I use a big blush brush after I've put on contour (w/ a contour brush) and blush (w/ a smaller blush brush). It's great--put it on the top of your chhekbones and on the inside area of your face (by your nose)
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
Islanddoc01
(Amelia Island,FL)
answer 3
I've found that a fluffy kabuki-like brush works the best. Something with bristles that aren't too dense as if might leave too much product on your cheeks.
answered 2 years, 8 months ago
jln78
(Bellingham, WA)
answer 4
I apply it with a brush over my foundation, loose powder, and bronzer.
answered 2 years, 9 months ago
jeffswife
(SD, CA)
answer 5
Use a brush with a light hand! Its easier to add more then trying to remove some!
answered 2 years, 9 months ago
jennifer36
(North Bellmore, NY)
answer 6
Brush
answered 2 years, 9 months ago
FoxyJones
(Atlanta, Ga)
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Mary-Lou Manizer vs. Too Faced Invisible Candlelight Powder
What is the difference btwn this product and too faced absolutely invisible candlelight?. Which departs more color and what do you prefer?.
asked 2 years, 5 months ago
Anonymous
(New York, NY)
on Mary-Lou Manizer
6 answers
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answer 1
I think Mary Lou is more pigmented and a softer powder, because it can be used on your face or eyes. While the Too Faced is just a face powder and is much harder pressed in the compact. The only downside is Mary Lou can break if it's dropped. Mine has never broken. You can also often find this on sale, and I've never seen the Candlelight on sale.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
starshinegloss
(NY)
answer 2
I have both products & enjoy using the Mary-Lou more than the Candlelight. I found the Candlelight to be more of powder, with more glitter. The Mary-Lou seems to have a creamier finish and shimmer, not necessarily glitter. With Mary-Lou, I can simply use my finger for application & get a great result.
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
jlz00
(Enola, PA)
answer 3
The difference between Mary-Lou Manizer and Too Faced's Candlelight is that Mary- Lou is a lot more shimmery than the Candlelight. I also find it smoother than the Candlelight powder. While I love lots of shimmer, even the Mary-Lou is a little too shimmery and a little goes a long way so you have to be careful how much you use. In my opinion, it shows up a lot more than the Candlelight. I do love this highlighter, but I prefer Too Faced's Candlelight because it gives a softer, more natural highlight to your face. They are both great products; but if you want lots of shimmer go for Mary-Lou and if you want more natural, go for Candlelight. Also, both have a little tendency to look a little white on the skin if too much is used (even on my light skin), more so Mary-Lou; so if you have tan or darker skin, you might want to try in a store before buying.
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
savviebaby
(Tennessee)
answer 4
In my opinion, the Candlelight Powder is a lighter, less impact-full version of the Mary-Lour Manizer. They both are sheer and shimmer, but the Candlelight could be dusted over your entire face as a finishing product, whereas the Manizer you would want to concentrate on your cheekbones, browbones, or anywhere you want a more intense highlight.
answered 2 years ago
denise3
(Philadelphia, PA)
answer 5
I own both. Two Faced's product is great for a warm glow. It has real gold in it, and you can tell. Manizer is more of a moonlight glow. it's also not quite as sheer as Candlelight, but it has more uses. They are both great though!
answered 2 years, 4 months ago
anjeldawn
(Charleston, WV)
answer 6
Mary-Lou Manizer vs. Too Faced Invisible Candlelight Powder:
Too Faced Invisible Candlelight Powder is basically a translucent powder with gold flecks of glitter in it. I've noticed that the glitter "disappears"/falls off throughout the day. Mary-Lou Manizer is much more pigment: it's not a translucent powder. If you've ever tried Stila's Kitten eyeshadow, it's very similar to that. Mary-Lou Manizer, for me, seems to stay longer, and can be applied with a light or heavy hand, depending on the look you're going for. Also, Mary-Lou Manizer is much more versatile, as it is marketed as a highlighter/shimmer/eyeshadow. Not just a finishing powder like Too Faced Invisible Candlelight Powder.
answered 2 years, 4 months ago
gnateimaj
(Providence, RI)
Question
Best applied with what?
Brush or fingers?
asked 2 years, 3 months ago
vanityprincess
(NY)
on Mary-Lou Manizer
6 answers
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answer 1
A fan brush!
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
janewithat
(Ft lauderdale, FL)
answer 2
lightly with the fingers, or with a brush that doesn't have very dense bristles. make sure that you're light handed though -it's a really pigmented product
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
elise31
(Toronto, ON)
answer 3
Seems to work better as a shadow when applied with fingertips and as a highlighter applied with a brush. A large powder brush worked just fine for me. :)
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
falala
(Louisiana)
answer 4
This would probably be best applied with fingers or a stiff brush where the bristles are straight, not fluffy or angled. I used it with a straight brush and it looked good.
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
melissamiller
(Annandale MN)
answer 5
I use a big fluffy brush, shake off the excess and lightly sweep over my face. Works great for me!
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
joeanne
(Clifton Park, NY)
answer 6
For a really sheer and light application you may use your fingers. We suggest using a brush for an even application on the cheeks and also eye area if used as a highlighter. Hope this helps!
Sephora Staff
Expert Answer
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
1877SEPHORA
(San Francisco, CA)
Question
What kind of brush should I use to apply this as a highlighter on nose, cheekbones, etc? Thank you : )
asked 2 years, 8 months ago
km212
(New York, NY)
on Mary-Lou Manizer
4 answers
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answer 1
I'd do a fan brush for a fine highlight, or a very soft blush brush for a bit more coverage...
answered 2 years, 5 months ago
pixierita
(Illinois)
answer 2
there are many different brushes you can use. you can use a fan brush, which concentrates the highlighter right where you want it. a lot of the time i will just use my blush or powder brush. hope this helps!
answered 2 years, 6 months ago
saffrone
(los angeles)
answer 3
A little goes a long way so to avoid TOO much shimmer, I use a fan brush.
answered 2 years, 6 months ago
julabee
(Jacksonville, FL)
answer 4
There are several types of brushes you can use. You could use a feather light-type of brush (if you are familiar with bare minerals) or even a bronzer brush. I personally like to use a fan brush on my cheekbones, and it would be great for the nose, as it is insanely accurate. Fingers work really well with this product, too, although if you want something that is a bit less obvious, I would recommend using a brush.
answered 2 years, 7 months ago
kgreear
(Whitewood, South Dakota)
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