Cream blush is one of those products that I don’t know why I didn’t add to my daily routine sooner! Perhaps it’s an improvement in my own application technique, or a change in the product’s formulations…either way today’s latest cream blushes are way more user-friendly and most importantly, they look sooo gorgeous on! Once applied, cream blush leaves the cheeks with a beautiful glow that looks seamless…and well, just natural. Love!!
Cream blush is the perfect option for summertime for when the weather becomes too warm and fussy for a face full of powder. Applying cream blush is easy – try these tips for a natural flush:
- Apply your primer + foundation (or tinted moisturizer) first to create a balanced canvas.
If you don’t use foundation, use oil blotting papers to remove any excess oil from the skin – this will help the cream blush to glide on smoothly and evenly. - Don’t powder just yet!
Cream blush should go on before any powder to avoid a ‘cakey’ look. Save that light dusting of translucent powder for the final step! - To control the amount of cream blush you use, first set aside what you need.
Pump some cream blush on the back of your hand if from a pump dispenser or use a spatula to remove a small amount of the product if from a jar/container.  (Bonus! Doing so will help to keep your product as sanitary as possible). - Use a brush (1) or your fingers (3) to apply the cream blush.
I find that using a brush consistently produces the best results (try MAC brushes in 131, 188 or Make-up Forever’s Blush Brush #55N). - Use a small circular motion to apply the cream blush.
Start at the apples of the cheeks and move diagonally upwards, using the cheekbone as a guideline (2). Essentially, apply it similar to how you would apply your powder blush! …and of course, blend!! - Heavy-handed?
If you apply too much (it happens!), use your fingers to blend it out (3) or use a clean sponge (4) to blend away the excess.
