Blush is one of the most important aspects to makeup, and is too often overlooked. Until a couple years ago, I viewed blush as an unnecessary extra. Now I wont leave the house without it!
One of the reasons blush is so often passed by is because applying it can be a little tricky. It’s all to easy to over-do it and look clownish. However, when applied correctly, blush can define the face and give a glow. Shouldn’t we all figure this out??
A common mistake in applying blush is putting all the color directly on the apples of the cheeks. This placement isn’t going to enhance bone structure for most face shapes. The blush should instead start at the apple of the cheek, the be brushed back along the natural shape of the cheekbone toward the ear. This will help enhance your cheekbones and add dimension to your face.
The next issue is the choice of color, as well as shimmery versus nonshimmery. I used to avoid shimmered blush like the plaugue because my skin tends to be oily. However, I’ve learned I can rock it with a matte finish foundation, so don’t let your skin type hinder you there! Here are some of my favorite colors that can work for a variety of skintones.
*Benefit Coralista: A lightly golden shimmerd coral pink. This color looks so light and fresh, and the slight shimmer lifts the face. It goes on sheer, but can be built up for more pigmentation. It also has a nice rose scent!
*MAC Blushbaby: A matte lightly tanned pink. This one is great for when you’re not sure what to wear, but know you don’t want your cheeks to be the focus of your look.
*Urban Decay Fetish: This a gold shimmered dusty rose, and it’s totally gorgeous. This one is one that will call attention to your cheeks. It’s also super pigmented so be sure to layer carefully! 
*MAC Dainty: This is my personal favorite right now. It’s color is a light , but bight, shimmery peachy pink. The pink is very bright without being too much, and the shimmer does so mush for my cheekbones!
What are some of your favorites? Any special tips or tricks?
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