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Olivia Hancock

LYS Beauty made a splashy debut in 2021, becoming the firstBlack-ownedSephora Clean makeup brand.

Ahead, everything it’s crucial that you know about the skin-enhancing cream highlighter.

Byrdie editor Olivia Hancock wearing LYS Beauty Highlighter Stick

Olivia Hancock

LYS Beauty

In recent months, the number of stick cosmetics hitting the market has seen a noticeable increase.

Thompson believes this is due to beauty consumers' continued demand for simplicity.

Thompson describes the formula as “equal parts highlighter and complexion enhancer.”

LYS Beauty Highlighter Sticks on white fabric background

LYS Beauty

It’s formulated with soothing green tea extract, moisturizing watermelon seed extract, and dark-spot-reducing rosehip oil.

For a natural finish, gently tap with your fingertips or a beauty sponge to diffuse the formula."

Of course, the highlighter also pairs well with other LYS Beauty products.

LYS Beauty Highlighter Stick

LYS Beauty

The result is this gorgeous cascade of sunset-inspired colors."

Before and after photo of Byrdie editor Olivia Hancock wearing LYS Beauty Highlighter Stick

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