Don't let this purple highlighter's demure appearance fool you -- it packs quite the pigmented punch. Though it appears to be a shimmery white in the packaging, it's got an absolutely gorgeous iridescent violet shift once applied. It's actually quite high-impact, which makes it ideal for more high-drama looks.
Makeup Geek Highlighter in Celestial definitely lives up to its heavenly name -- the color is downright angelic. The buttery formula has a finish that somehow manages to be both high-shine and soft-focus; plus, it layers well if you're really looking to bring the drama. The glow has a quite ethereal quality, perfect for mastering the whole glam-fairy look.
NYX's Strobe of Genius Palette is quite popular... and pretty darn affordable as well, seeing as you get seven different highlighters for less than $20. It also happens to include a very easy-to-wear lavender highlighter that will add a silvery icy glow to your look. It's perfect for when you're looking to serve up some ice queen realness.
Unlike many of the highlighters on this list that tend toward a more dramatic duochromatic look, Stila Heaven's Hue Highlighter in Transcendence is a true lilac. What you see is what you get: a beautiful, soft pinky lavender. It's glow-y but not overtly glittery, which gives it a more natural, lit-from-within feeling. Also, the texture is completely unique: It's a bouncy gel powder, which makes it a dream to apply.
When you're looking to try out a new trend, sometimes you don't need to look any further than Sephora's in-house brand. This particular highlighter comes in four different shades, one of which happens to be an absolutely beautiful lilac -- you're basically just a few swipes away from feeling like a glamorous fairy. It's subtle, yet buildable -- plus, it looks great on darker skin tones.