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How to Apply Blush

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How to Apply Blush

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Bring radiance and glow to your face with a little sweep of blush. The application is quick and the results gratifying.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Mirrors
Blush
Blush Brush

Step1

Select a color of blush that resembles the natural glow of your cheeks after you exercise. Consider having a lighter color for day, and a darker tone for a more dramatic evening look. Keep your blush in the same color family as your lipstick.

Step2

Consider the type of blush best suited to your skin type. Cream blush works very well for drier skin, as it can help to keep skin hydrated. Powder blush is better suited to oily skin.

Step3

Complete the application of foundation, powder and all eye makeup before applying blush.

Step4

Use a full, round brush for the application of your powder blush, as it will make for a softer and more professional look than the brush that comes with the blush. This should not be the same brush you use to apply your loose powder.

Step5

Place a small amount of blush on the brush and gently tap off any excess. Or, place a small amount of cream on your middle finger.

Step6

Look in the mirror and smile.

Step7

Place powder blush on the apple of your cheek and gently brush up your cheekbone toward your hairline. Dot cream blush beginning at the apple, and gently blend up the cheekbone toward the hairline.

Step8

Focus your blush at the outside of your face near your hairline if you have a fuller face. For high cheekbones, concentrate blush in the center of your face to accentuate your bones.

Step9

Blend a little blush down your cheek for a little more natural, less dramatic look.

Tips & Warnings

For rosier cheeks, consider gel or liquid tints. Wash your hands after use, as these products may stain the hands.
Remember that the lighter your skin tone, the lighter your blush color should be.
Wash brushes regularly with a makeup remover or nonsoap cleanser.
Avoid following the underside of your cheekbones, which makes for an artificial and unbecoming look.

Comments

Miranda said

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on 12/14/2007 Long Lasting Foundation- apply your concealer first and dot until it blends in and then apply any powder for a long lating great cover up then for a great finish take a clean large round brush and smooth all around to have a even application

Excalibur said

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on 6/28/2007 Why in blazes name would you put rosy glitter on your ears? That's the studpidest advice I've ever heard. If you want to highlight your cheeks, try putting on a highlighter product on your cheekbones, and the blush under that. Duhhhhhhhhh. What bimbo puts ROSY GLITTER on their ears?

Anonymous said

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on 8/8/2006 Suck in your cheeks; like you're a fish. In a tapping, upward motion, apply blush to the cheek bones (which you can see when your cheeks are sucked in).

Anonymous said

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on 12/27/2007 If you have a natural blush that covers your entire cheeks, but not forehead and chin, blend colors from a blush pallet that match your skin tone and add where you want to downplay the blush.

Anonymous said

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on 12/27/2007 Never overdo your makeup. You should always concentrate on one part of your face and the rest should be simple. As for applying a blush, never overdo it. Always wear a blush that suits the color of your face. Be careful not to put on too much because you may look like a clown.