Hey guys!!!  Today I'm going to talk about blush.  Blush is an amazing tool to instantly warm up your entire face.  It makes you look healthy, young, and awake.  I recommend adding it to your staples if it's not already there. 
    There's a couple of different formulas that are out there, each with it's own pros and cons:


Powder = probably one of the more common formulas - looks kind of like a powder compact, except the powder is pink instead of brown!!!  These are good for beginners, because it's really easy to clean up mistakes (just add a touch of beige powder for blush overkill).  Warning:  DO NOT use the little brush that comes with the package.  It makes you look stripe-y.  Invest in a full size blush brush.

Cream = this has the same consistency of cream eye shadows.   Super blendable, it's great for girls on-the-go.  You don't need any special tools with this blush - just use your fingers to swirl the blush on your cheeks.  This is a more natural look than powder blush, but isn't reccomended for super-dry skin because it'll make you look flake-y. 

Stain = This kind of blush usually comes in a lip gloss container, complete with sponge applicator.  Don't use the sponge directly on your face.  Instead, dab the sponge on your fingers, then apply onto cheeks.  This is the most natural looking of the blushes, and lasts until you wash it off.  Great for a night out on the town! 

    Applying blush can be a little tricky, but once you've got it down, it's like riding a bike.  Whatever kind of blush you use, use sparingly - you don' want to look sunburned!  Also, it can be a little tricky of where on your face to put the stuff.  The easiest way is to smile!  The roundest part of your cheek, or the apple, is where  you should initially apply the blush.  Then, blend back and up towards your temple.  Apply any formula of blush in circular motions, which makes it blend in with our skin naturally. 

    Bummed out about which colors to use?  Fair skins can get away with bright pinks.  Beige/Medium skin look good in mauves or darker pinks.  Deep skin looks good in deep plums or dark reds.  A safe bet for any skin tone is a peachy coral! 

Stay Beautiful!!!