Radiance on a Budget: The Best Multi-Use Highlighters

If you’ve been scrolling through Instagram and wondering how everyone’s skin looks so glossy and radiant, chances are they’re using a body highlighter. You want to hear the good news? You don’t need to spend thousands on international brands like Bali Body or Fenty. India has plenty of budget‑friendly options that give you that same lit‑from‑within glow.

Swiss Beauty Liquid Highlighter

Swiss Beauty is a popular Indian brand known for delivering quality at low prices. Their liquid highlighter blends seamlessly and comes in shades that suit Indian skin tones beautifully. SHOP HERE.

Insight Cosmetics Liquid Highlighter

Insight is another budget‑friendly Indian brand. Their highlighter is slightly thicker in consistency, giving a more intense glow. It’s perfect for weddings or photoshoots where you want your skin to pop. BUY HERE.

Blue Heaven Shimmering Lotion

Blue Heaven’s shimmering lotion is a cult classic for those who want a subtle, all‑over glow. It doubles as a moisturizer, making it perfect for daily use. It’s hydrating formula is the best choice for Indian skin. SHOP HERE.

Lakmé Face Sheer Blush/Highlighter

Technically marketed for the face, but it works beautifully on collarbones and shoulders. Lakmé is easy to find everywhere, and the shimmer is subtle enough for daily wear. Blend a tiny amount into body lotion for an all-over glow that feels effortless.

Use it under a matte blush for dimension, or over bronzer to add warmth and radiance. Unlike chunky glitters, the sheen is soft and diffused, so it catches light naturally without looking overdone. BUY HERE.

Maybelline Master Strobing Cream

Another face product that doubles as a body highlighter. Mix it with lotion for a soft glow or apply directly for a stronger shine. You can go from a soft, natural radiance to a bold, high-shine highlight depending on how much you apply. SHOP HERE.

Blend a pea-sized amount into body lotion for an all-over glow that looks effortless and natural. Dab it straight onto high points (cheekbones, collarbones, shoulders) for a stronger, more defined shine. Use under powder highlighter to intensify the glow and make it last longer.

Mars Liquid Highlighter

Mars Cosmetics has been trending for affordable dupes. Their liquid highlighter is pigmented and works well for both face and body. Mars often offers shades ranging from champagne and rose-gold to bronze tones, catering to different skin undertones. Apply a drop on cheekbones, brow bones, and the bridge of the nose for a sharp, radiant highlight. BUY HERE.

Mix into body lotion for a soft, diffused glow, or apply directly on collarbones and shoulders for a more dramatic shine.

The finish is glossy and reflective, leaning more toward a ‘wet look’ compared to subtle powder highlighters.

While Lakmé Face Sheer and Maybelline Strobing Cream lean toward subtle everyday radiance, Mars Liquid Highlighter is perfect for festive nights, weddings, or parties where you want your glow to be noticed. It’s also a smart pick for experimenting since it’s affordable, you can play with mixing, layering, and body applications without worrying about wasting product.