Blushers are available in powder, cream or liquid and in a wide variety of tones. Liquid and cream blush should be applied before powder. Powder blushes are easier to apply than cream blushes. Cream blushes must be dabbed on each cheek and gently blended with the fingers. You can use a sponge to smoothen it. Cream blushes work best for dry skins. For oily skin, consider using powder blush. For rosier cheeks, consider gel or liquid tints. Liquid and gel blushes are great for oily skin. Blend skin stains fast since they dry very fast.

Cream blush

Cream blush is especially good for mature women with dryer skin. This makeup blush adds another layer of protection, nourishment and beauty to your face. To apply blush color, dot the cream blush on your cheek bone. Use a sponge or makeup brush to blend up and out in circular motiin to the apple and cheekbone area. Blend the cream blush into your hairline.

Makeup Blush

Applying blush after your moisturizer but before your foundation will give you a natural, subtle glow. Makeup blush comes in different forms. Cream blush works well on mature women with dryer skin. Teens who want a sheer touch of color like gel blush. The popular powder blush has long staying power.

How to apply blush for different faces

How to apply blush for round faces - Give an illusion of slenderness by applying blush in a sideways V on the cheekbones. Blend it well and add a bit to the chin.

How to apply blush for square faces - Soften the square angles of the face with dab of blush on the forehead and chin. Apply blush from the center of the eyes towards the cheekbones and blend.

How to apply blush for rectangular faces - Apply blush below the outer corners of the eyes so as to reduce the elongated square shape.

How to apply blush for oval faces - Apply blush to the prominent part of the cheekbone and blend towards the temples.

Color tips of blush

Fair skin - beige, tawny and pink tones.
Olive/Yellow-toned skin - warm brown, almond and copper shades.
Dark-skin - plum, auburn and deep bronze shades.
Tanned skin - orange, apricot, peach and coral shades.

Applying Blush Tips

Clean blush brushes are very important to avoid bacteria transfer in skin and thus, one should clean them with non-soapy cleansers and baby wipes.
Cream blush can be used on lips for sheer and soft color and should be applied using the fingertip.
Powder blush should always be applied in one direction to avoid streaking.
The best method to apply a blush is to take the blush on the brush and tap off any extra color in the box itself. Alternately, if you are using gel or cream blush, put a dab of it on your fingers.
Often the small blush brush that comes with the cosmetic is of no use. A full round brush gives a professional look and make the overall look softer and more desirable. It is important to have separate brushes for the blush and the powder.

Blush Mistakes to Avoid

You can use a sponge to smooth out the hard lines.
Avoid blushing too far below the cheekbones.
Never place the blush too close to your lips.

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