It can be hard to wear lush makeup. In fact, there were a few years when I didn’t do it at all because it scared me. But I got over my fear, and you can too. These are the things you should know when you start wearing blush
1. Learn About the Different Kinds of Blush
There are many distinct kinds of blush. Blush in powder form is the most prevalent. It also comes in other forms, like cream and gel. Everyone has a different favorite. I like cream blush most because it appears the easiest to use.
2. Choose Between Shimmer and Matte
You may pick from a range of finishes for blush. There are blushes that are absolutely matte and others that have different amounts of shimmer, from very little to quite high. I liked both of them the same. I like blushes with a little bit of shimmer since they are easier to work with. You will find out what works best for you.
3. Find Out What Color Your Skin Is
When you choose out makeup, skin tone is always important, but it’s especially important when you pick out blush. Your foundation, concealer, blush, and powder should all look well on your skin tone. With eye makeup and lipstick, you can take a few more risks. As a general rule, the lighter your complexion, the lighter the blush you require, and the darker your skin, the deeper the blush you need. You have to see how a blush looks when it’s done. A blush can seem extremely different than it does in the package.
A general rule:
- Lighter skin → lighter blush
- Deeper skin → deeper blush
Always test how a blush looks once blended — it can appear very different on the skin compared to the pan.
4. Test It Out Before You Buy It
If possible, test a blush before purchasing. High-end stores usually offer testers. Drugstores don’t always allow this, but many still accept returns if the shade doesn’t work for you.
If you’re using a tester:
- Sanitize it with alcohol.
- Use a disposable applicator if available.
- Check the color in natural light.
If you can’t swatch in-store, look up online swatches and reviews — they’re surprisingly accurate.
5. Work on Your Technique
If you can, test out a blush before you buy it. You may do this practically all the time when you buy makeup from a high-end store or counter. But this isn’t always possible when you shop at a drugstore. If you go home and don’t like the blush, you can return it. You can nearly always return makeup, even if you bought it at a drugstore.
*** A lot of places include testers so you may try on colors on your skin. This is especially helpful if you want to see how the color looks with your skin tone. Always clean a tester with alcohol before using it, and if you have one, use a disposable applicator to keep things clean. If you can’t test it in the shop, search up swatches online or read reviews to get a better idea of the color and feel. Keep in mind that store lighting can be very different from natural light. If you can, try to look at the test patch in natural light to make sure it matches.
A simple technique:
- Smile and apply blush to the apples of your cheeks.
- Sweep it upward along the cheekbone.
- Use whatever is left on your brush or fingers to lightly warm your nose, chin, or forehead.
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6. Make and Mix
This tip might be the most crucial one. This is where blush might get you into problems. It’s vital to build up your blush slowly so that it doesn’t get overly strong and harsh. You should also carefully blend your blush so that there are no hard lines.
7. Take Care of Things
Keep in mind that there is always a way to fix things. If you glance in the mirror and see that one cheek has more blush than the other, We’ve all been through that. Just make it even. Even though you mean well, your blush can just be too powerful. When this happens to me, I put some foundation and powder on top of it, and it looks great.
