10 Best illuminating powders of 2026

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Physicians Formula

Physicians Formula Butter Glow Pressed Powder, Radiance-Boosting Face Powder with Murumuru Butter for Soft-Focus Finish – Translucent Glow

24% Off
9.8

Exceptional

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Physicians Formula

Physicians Formula Butter Glow Pressed Powder, Radiance-Boosting Face Powder with Murumuru Butter for Soft-Focus Finish – Translucent Glow

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9.7

Exceptional

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3

KYDA
KYDA Face Highlighter Palette, High Glossy Face Illuminator Palette, Natural Glow Finish, Pearl Shimmer Smooth Baked Powder, Lasting Sparkling Champagne Highlighter Makeup-SUN GLOW
Main highlights

Key Features
Highly pigmented, 3D flash texture with pearl and shimmer powder, blends easily for a high shine, natural shimmer finish.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for enhancing overall face look, suitable for beginners and everyday use, provides a three-dimensional display effect without a heavy makeup feel.

Customer Praise
Customers love the smooth, silky powder that`s easy to apply, and the exquisite packaging with a brush makes it a perfect gift.
9.6

Exceptional

Our Rating

9.5
Simple to use

9.1
worth the money
4

KYDA
KYDA Face Highlighter Palette, High Glossy Face Illuminator Palette, Natural Glow Finish, Pearl Shimmer Smooth Baked Powder, Lasting Sparkling Champagne Highlighter Makeup-SUN GLOW
Main highlights

Key Features
Highly pigmented, 3D flash texture with pearl and shimmer powder, blends easily for a high shine, natural shimmer finish.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for enhancing overall face look, suitable for beginners and everyday use, provides a three-dimensional display effect without a heavy makeup feel.

Customer Praise
Customers love the smooth, silky powder that`s easy to apply, and the exquisite packaging with a brush makes it a perfect gift.
9.5

Excellent

Our Rating

9.5
Simple to use

9.1
worth the money
5

wet n wild
wet n wild MegaGlo Highlighting Powder, Highlighter Makeup, Shimmer Glow, Pink Rose Gold Blossom Glow
Main highlights

Velvety Smooth Finish
This highlighting powder offers a velvety-smooth texture for effortless blending and a radiant glow.

Perfect for Highlighting
Ideal for enhancing cheekbones, brow bones, and cupid's bow with a luminous shimmer.

Fan Favorite Formula
Praised for its ultra-pearly finish and easy application, making it a top choice among users.
9.2

Excellent

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wet n wild
wet n wild MegaGlo Highlighting Powder, Highlighter Makeup, Shimmer Glow, Pink Rose Gold Blossom Glow

13% Off
Main highlights

Velvety Smooth Finish
This highlighting powder offers a velvety-smooth texture for effortless blending and a radiant glow.

Perfect for Highlighting
Ideal for enhancing cheekbones, brow bones, and cupid's bow with a luminous shimmer.

Fan Favorite Formula
Praised for its ultra-pearly finish and easy application, making it a top choice among users.
8.9

Very Good

Our Rating
7

e.l.f.
e.l.f. Halo Glow Soft Focus Setting Powder, Silky & Creates Soft Glow Without Shine, Smooths Pores & Lines, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Light
Main highlights

Flawless Finish
Provides a light, silky texture for shine-free, naturally luminous skin.

Ideal for Dewy Foundation
Best used with a dewy base for a strong under-eye setting.

Healthy Glow
Customers love the healthy glow without sparkle, enhancing natural beauty.
Key specs
- Ingredients:Cruelty-free, Vegan
- Oil Control:Helps with oil control
- Finish:Smooth & soft
- Application:Set makeup or bare skin
- Weight:0.24 ounces
8.6

Very Good

Our Rating

9.3
worth the money

9.3
Sheerness

9.1
Light weight
8

e.l.f.
e.l.f. Halo Glow Soft Focus Setting Powder, Silky & Creates Soft Glow Without Shine, Smooths Pores & Lines, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Light
Main highlights

Flawless Finish
Provides a light, silky texture for shine-free, naturally luminous skin.

Ideal for Dewy Foundation
Best used with a dewy base for a strong under-eye setting.

Healthy Glow
Customers love the healthy glow without sparkle, enhancing natural beauty.
Key specs
- Ingredients:Cruelty-free, Vegan
- Oil Control:Helps with oil control
- Finish:Smooth & soft
- Application:Set makeup or bare skin
- Weight:0.24 ounces
8.3

Good

Our Rating

9.3
worth the money

9.3
Sheerness

9.1
Light weight
9

e.l.f.

e.l.f. Halo Glow Silky Powder Highlighter, Long-Lasting Luminous Face Finish, Cake-Resistant With Micro-Shimmer, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Soft Pearl Era
8.2

Good

Our Rating
10

e.l.f.

e.l.f. Halo Glow Silky Powder Highlighter, Long-Lasting Luminous Face Finish, Cake-Resistant With Micro-Shimmer, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Soft Pearl Era
8.1

Good

Our Rating

10 Best illuminating powders of 2026

1

Physicians Formula Butter Glow Pressed Powder, Radiance-Boosting Face Powder with Murumuru Butter for Soft-Focus Finish – Translucent Glow

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2

Physicians Formula Butter Glow Pressed Powder, Radiance-Boosting Face Powder with Murumuru Butter for Soft-Focus Finish – Translucent Glow

3

KYDA Face Highlighter Palette, High Glossy Face Illuminator Palette, Natural Glow Finish, Pearl Shimmer Smooth Baked Powder, Lasting Sparkling Champagne Highlighter Makeup-SUN GLOW

9.5

9.1

4

KYDA Face Highlighter Palette, High Glossy Face Illuminator Palette, Natural Glow Finish, Pearl Shimmer Smooth Baked Powder, Lasting Sparkling Champagne Highlighter Makeup-SUN GLOW

9.5

9.1

5

wet n wild MegaGlo Highlighting Powder, Highlighter Makeup, Shimmer Glow, Pink Rose Gold Blossom Glow

6

wet n wild MegaGlo Highlighting Powder, Highlighter Makeup, Shimmer Glow, Pink Rose Gold Blossom Glow

7

e.l.f. Halo Glow Soft Focus Setting Powder, Silky & Creates Soft Glow Without Shine, Smooths Pores & Lines, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Light

9.3

9.3

9.1

8

e.l.f. Halo Glow Soft Focus Setting Powder, Silky & Creates Soft Glow Without Shine, Smooths Pores & Lines, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Light

9.3

9.3

9.1

9

e.l.f. Halo Glow Silky Powder Highlighter, Long-Lasting Luminous Face Finish, Cake-Resistant With Micro-Shimmer, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Soft Pearl Era

10

e.l.f. Halo Glow Silky Powder Highlighter, Long-Lasting Luminous Face Finish, Cake-Resistant With Micro-Shimmer, Vegan & Cruelty-Free, Soft Pearl Era

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