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Rachel Martin

A Blush for Every Kind of Flush

This is what I reach for when I want that soft, real-skin flush—the kind that doesn’t shout “blush,” but makes people think you slept well or just fell in love. MAC Harmony is my everyday default: muted, nude-apricot, the ultimate low-saturation sculpt-and-blush in one. Fwee’s ND03? A pro favorite I picked up from my makeup artist—it’s that warm flush that fits every face. Nuegray #19 is my holy grail for olive skin. It walks the perfect line between neutral and healthy. #5 from the same line is a soft milky pink—perfect for sweeping across larger areas to “clear” the face without overpowering it. For touch-ups or travel, I always grab my Red Chamber compacts in 丝子 and 乐葵. Lip and cheek in one, easy to blend, always flattering. They carry the whole mood. #beauty #makeup #blush

kyleleon

Blush Mistakes I Made for Years

I’ve worked on hundreds of faces—and I still meet clients who underestimate how technical blush placement really is. Here’s what years of trial and error taught me: 1️⃣ Choose mood-enhancing shades. Soft pinks and peaches suit most skin tones. 2️⃣ Placement is precision: • Start 1cm inward from your cheekbone’s highest point. • Never go lower than the base of your nose. • Don’t bring it closer than the inner edge of your pupil. 3️⃣ Shape it with intent: • Short face? Angle your blush diagonally. • Long face? Keep it horizontal to visually balance. For tools: use a smaller brush. Swirl product on one half only, tap gently onto skin, and build slowly. With blush creams, fingers work best—tap, don’t rub. Your blush should lift and frame your face, not fight with it. #beauty #makeup #blush

Evonne

Stop Following Blush Charts. Start Reading Faces.

Most blush guides tell you to apply based on face shape. But in practice? Your unique facial features matter more. Take long faces: horizontal blush is the go-to advice. But what if that long face also has hollow cheeks and high cheekbones? That same placement can exaggerate the hollowness and make the cheekbones jut out awkwardly. Here’s a smarter approach: – Wide outer eye gap (broad face): Use a muted blush shade in a vertical line under the outer eye. Blend gently. It narrows the face and reduces mid-face blank space. – High cheekbones: Soften the hollow between the outer eye and cheekbone peak using a warm or soft blush diagonally. It creates volume. – Sunken mid-face: Avoid dark tones in the triangle under the eyes. A pale, diffused blush adds lift without deepening shadows. The key? Stop copying diagrams. Start sculpting with intention. #beauty #makeup #blush

Elizabeth Phillips

Best Budget Blushes Every Newbie Needs

Sharing my updated blush roundup—because honestly, life’s too short for bad blush. These are the tried-and-true, wallet-friendly gems I actually use daily. No drama, just pretty cheeks. Clinique Cheek Pop #14: The OG crowd-pleaser. Smoky pink with a natural “I woke up like this” glow. Works on pretty much everyone. Texture? Like a dream. HEME #8 & #10: Taiwanese indie brand that’s lowkey killing it. Matte, finely milled, and super affordable. #10 is your go-to for sculpting wider cheekbones—just don’t slap it in the center or you’ll look dusty. #8 is a red-brown bean paste vibe, perfect for when you want to flex your mood. Bonus: doubles as killer eyeshadow. 3CE Rose Beige: Matte peach that everyone seems to have. High pigment but dry, so moisturize first! Too much on the center and it ages you—fair warning. ForeverKey #10 & #05: The little underdog from China. Creamy, finger-friendly, with a glow that’s oh-so-natural. #10 pumps up your cheeks like cherry blossoms. #05 is purple magic for pale skin—don’t just blush with it, try it on eyes too! #beauty #makeup #blush

lowejessica

Blush Girl Era: My Most-Used Picks (and One New Love)

Just added Hourglass “Me” to my blush stash and... she’s stunning. A soft plum that’s nothing like the shades I already own. Haven’t worn it out yet, but I trust Hourglass—blendable, smooth, never patchy. My go-to this year? Laura Mercier’s Chai. Warm, muted, daily-friendly. Ginger is cute too, but it leans orange, so I’m pickier with lip/eye combos. 3CE Rose Beige used to be my budget fave—peachy and sweet—but kind of got benched after the Laura twins showed up. NARS Orgasm? She’s pretty in theory, but hasn’t seen daylight all year. Might be a case of falling for the packaging and forgetting the follow-through 😅 Update: Wore Me all weekend. Soft berry-mauve with a healthy glow. New fave unlocked. Already eyeing Decorté for next. Just logging this for myself—but if you’re into muted, natural blushes… hi, let’s be friends. #beauty #makeup #blush

slittle

I Bought 11 Blushes Last Year—No Regrets

Blush is my favorite category—so even though I tried to be good, I still ended up with 11 new ones in 2023. Here’s the short version: 💜 Addiction 005N: That viral duochrome purple. Stunning but... not exactly wearable. 🍑 RMK 08: Matte salmon-pink. Light, blendable, works with almost anything. 🍊 RMK 02: Amber orange with soft shimmer. Great for warm, glowy days. 💧 NARS Orgasm Liquid: Pretty, but hard to control. Not beginner-friendly. 🌸 SUQQU 141: Limited summer release. Cool rose-pink shimmer—loved it to death. 🥚 SUQQU 09: That translucent apricot nude everyone talks about. A staple. 🍊 SUQQU 104: Punchy orange for orange-toned looks. Less used, still fun. 🕊️ Jill Stuart 03: Matte lilac-pink. More of a highlight than a blush. 🌞 Laura Mercier R1: Magazine favorite. Glowy coral-nude—gorgeous but oxidizes orange. 🧸 Excel SB03: Affordable beige with soft orange tone. No-fuss daily blush. 🧱 Celvoke 04: Brick red + ivory duo. Bold and perfect for fall. #beauty #makeup #blush