How to choose and apply blush

Rosy blushing cheeks are a sign of youthfulness and freshness. Applying blush in your daily makeup routine is essential. However, if you apply blush incorrectly you may end up looking odd or even clownish if you overdo it.

Here are some basic tips on how to apply blush perfectly

Basically, there are 3 types of blush that differ in their consistency:

Pressed powder blush

Cream blush

Liquid blush/ tint

The main difference between these types is their suitability to different skin types.

Pressed powder blush may cause dryness and is, therefore, less suitable for dry skin. If you suffer from dryness or wrinkles I suggest you try the cream blush, since this type blends well into the skin and usually has a moisturized feel to it. The liquid blush gives a great natural Sunkissed look but usually has less stay power. Furthermore, if you have fine lines or deep wrinkles, better to stay away from sparkly or shiny blushes since the shine will put a spotlight on the lines.

How to choose the right blush shade

Take a good look at your cheeks when you are blushing and this undertone is usually the best natural choice to match your skin tone.

Pink tones:

Anastasia Beverly Hills Blush Trio

NYX Professional Makeup Powder Blush

Red tones:

COVERGIRL Trueblend so Flushed High Pigment Blush & Bronzer

Quality Make Up Product By NARS Blush

However, if you have a tendency to redden easily, you will not want to accentuate the redness. Therefore, you should stay away from pink and red tones.

Try the peach and coral tones. This will help neutralize the redness. For example:

Maybelline New York Fit Me Blush

Milani Cheek Kiss Liquid Blush Makeup

Where to apply the blush

The correct area on your face to apply blush is on the apples of your cheeks. To find the exact spot, smile at yourself in the mirror. The part that on your cheeks that pops during your smile is the spot to apply the blush.

How to apply blush

After you apply foundation these are the steps for putting on blush.

Pressed blush- Using a blush brush, such as:

EcoTools Precision Blush Brush

Falliny Retractable Kabuki Makeup Brush

Swipe product on the brush and then give the brush a small tap to remove excess powder. Smile at the mirror and swipe the brush on the apples of your cheeks moving from the inside out towards your ears in such a way that most of the blush is placed on the center of your cheeks and gently swiped outwards.

Pressed blush:

Jolie Sheer Satin Whisper Blush Pressed Cheek Color

Clinique Soft Pressed Powder Blusher

Cream and liquid blush– use a brush designed for liquid products, such as:

Angled Kabuki Blush Makeup Brush

Flat Top Kabuki Foundation Brush By Keshima

Dab the blush with your fingers or brush on the apples of your cheeks and blend the blush using a gentle circular motion going outwards on your cheeks.

Cream blush:

Golden Rose Creamy Blush Stick

e.l.f, Monochromatic Multi Stick

Liquid blush:

SHANY Paraben Free HD Liquid Blush

Pep! Balm Multi-use Lip and Cheek Tint Liquid Blush

Make sure to clean your brushes well when finished.

Now your cheeks are rosy and beautiful.

 

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