No makeup look is complete without blush. Whether you’re going for an au naturale look or opting for a dramatic smokey eye, a soft flush on your cheeks will instantly elevate your look. Besides, this makeup kit must-have comes in a variety of finishes—liquid, cream, powder (you can take your pick). While liquid blush can seem to be intimidating for beginners, it adds a natural, radiant flush to the cheeks. Unlike traditional powder blush, this has a fluid consistency, which allows for a dewy application. Ahead, find out the best way to apply liquid blush.
How to apply blush makeup
Placement:
The placement of your blush makeup can truly make or break the look. Depending on the type of look you’re going for, or the kind of face structure you have, the right face blush placement is quite important. If you seek a more sculpted look, opt for a higher placement, closer to your cheekbones. If you want a natural flush, then go right on the apples of your cheeks. In case you want to add a fullness to a soft and feminine makeup look, then placing the blush lower on your face can give a plump effect.
Application:
After choosing a face blush shade that will compliment your skin tone and makeup look, go in with the application. If you’re a beginner at this, pouring out the liquid face blush on a palette or at the back of your hand instead of directly applying it on your cheeks allows for easy maneuvering.
To apply liquid blush, pick up the product using a medium-dense brush and swirl the product around at the back of your hand for even application.
Then, start dabbing the product gently onto your cheeks and blend it till you get your desired look. Don’t worry if you’ve over-applied—you can go in with a sponge to remove any excess product and blend well to avoid harsh lines. Using a sponge on top of a brush allows for a smooth finish.
Set it
Dust on a setting powder to make it stay for longer. You can also layer on a powder blush in a similar shade to really increase the staying power on a long, hot day.
