5 Blush Mistakes You Might Be Making (And How to Fix Them)
May 27, 2021
Choosing the Wrong Shade
When choosing a blush, pick a shade that matches your skin’s undertone — cool colors can wash out warm skin tones and warm tones might overpower cool skin tones. You can find our full blush shade guide here.
If you’re still overwhelmed by all the blush colors at your disposal, opt for a cream formula. Cream blushes, like the Maybelline New York Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush, are a safe bet because they tend to be more sheer and easily melt into the skin.
Using the Wrong Brush
Blush brushes are specifically designed to be the right size to hug your cheeks. They’re dense enough to pack on some pigment but fluffy enough to blend it away easily. A too-small brush will make the color too concentrated, whereas a large powder brush will disperse the color too far.
Overdoing It
Again, unless you’re after an editorial look, try to go in with a light hand and slowly build up your blush. The L'Oréal Age Perfect Radiant Satin Blush is formulated with camellia oil for a sheer, luminous finish.
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