Before embarking on creating a glowy complexion, it is essential to understand how it differs from a complexion with shine.
Many people use the term to refer to skin that looks healthy and awake rather than dry, dull, or unevenly textured. For some, healthy skin results in a natural sheen, or glow.
We call glowy skin texture a luminous pigmentation, which reflects light on certain strategic areas of the face and immediately gives a healthy glow and plumped and healthy skin. Skin that has shine linked to sebum will, on the contrary, generally be dull.
The BIG difference? The placement. Shine is mainly located in the T zone of the face, which means on the forehead, nose, and chin. When you want to obtain a luminous complexion, these areas are not the ones to illuminate, quite the contrary: To obtain a glowy and non-shiny complexion, we will highlight the rounded areas of the face that do not produce sebum, those which are naturally luminous when there is the sun.
1. Glow:
Description: A glowing skin refers to a radiant and luminous complexion. It is characterized by a healthy, dewy, and well-hydrated appearance.
Cause: The glow is often a result of good skincare practices, proper hydration, and a healthy lifestyle. It can be achieved through the use of moisturizers, serums, and skincare products that promote skin radiance.
Appearance: Skin with a glow looks fresh, plump, and youthful. It reflects light evenly across the face, giving a natural and vibrant sheen.
Areas Emphasized: When aiming for a glowing complexion, emphasis is often placed on highlighting specific areas of the face that naturally catch light, such as the tops of the cheekbones, the bridge of the nose, the cupid’s bow, and the temples.
2. Shine:
Description: Shiny skin, on the other hand, is characterized by an excess of oil or sebum on the skin’s surface. It often gives a reflective or greasy appearance.
Cause: Shine is typically associated with overactive sebaceous glands, leading to an accumulation of oil, especially in the T-zone—forehead, nose, and chin.
Appearance: Skin with shine may look oily, greasy, and sometimes even sweaty. The excess oil can create a reflective surface, causing the skin to appear shiny.
Areas Emphasized: Shine is most prominent in the T-zone, where sebum production is higher. It can be particularly noticeable on the forehead, nose, and chin.
