By widespread request I’m rounding up the liquid blushes I’ve tried. The blush tendencies and new launches are coming at us with full velocity with no indicators of slowing down. On the whole I are likely to gravitate in direction of a powder blush components for lasting energy and pigment management. However since liquid blush appears to be so widespread proper now, I’ve rounded up those I’ve tried in any respect worth factors. Scroll to the tip to seek out out my High 3 favorites!
Armani and YSL
Armani Luminous Silk Cheek Tint ($39, Sephora, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus) is the very best components for me for lasting energy, blendability and look. These have a pleasant smooth matte dry down that doesn’t set too quick making it simple to mix with out having to hurry. Colours are simple to construct with out trying or feeling heavy. I do suppose the colour vary is proscribed and need that they had extra choices, however the 4 I’ve are pretty. The lightest child pink shade 53 could also be hit and miss for you, however it actually shocked me how wearable and brightening it’s on my medium tan pores and skin. Demo with 50.3 right here.
YSL Make Me Blush Liquid Blush ($39, Sephora) is the most recent components I’ve tried. These have an angled sponge tip applicator like a flat angled sponge which I’m not the largest fan of, however it’s not horrible. The colours are restricted, very like the vary from Armani or Charlotte Tilbury. On my pores and skin the shades are likely to darken/oxidize barely however I’m undecided if that would be the case for everybody. I believed the peachy shade wouldn’t present up in any respect however a number of seconds after mixing it reveals as much as a darker (however nonetheless gentle) peach. I feel the lasting energy and good dry down are each wonderful. For some cause although they take a little bit extra mixing effort to get a fair utility that isn’t too robust. Even after mixing I’d suggest taking a clear brush and buff out the sides for a smoother look. Demo of the shades I attempted right here.
Chanel
Chanel Les Beiges Water-Contemporary Blush ($52, Chanel.com) is the sheerest choice of all of the liquid blushes. These are going to be the very best for somebody who doesn’t need to put on loads of make-up and needs one thing extremely light-weight. The end is pure and recent. The lighter colours pulled very sheer on my pores and skin (they barely present up) however the 3 deeper ones have higher pigment for medium-tan pores and skin. I actually appreciated the components however to be frank I haven’t been reaching for them since they do take a bit extra time to mix. Full assessment + swatches right here.
Charlotte Tilbury
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Magnificence Blush Wand ($42, Charlotte Tilbury, Sephora, Nordstrom) has a superb smooth matte components I discovered simple to mix and layer with out trying overdone. Lasting energy is excellent. Solely draw back is the restricted coloration vary. Demo right here.
Hourglass
Hourglass Unreal Liquid Blush ($36, Sephora and Nordstrom) wins for greatest coloration vary. I feel the colours they launched are essentially the most flattering for a recent look. They do keep dewy trying on the pores and skin and the lasting energy isn’t pretty much as good as different manufacturers – however that’s anticipated with any dewy trying blush. Full assessment + swatches right here.
L’oreal
L’Oreal Lumi Le Liquid Blush ($11.99, Goal) is a powerful components for pigment, coloration and lasting energy. If you happen to’re on the lookout for a longwear components, that is it! I needed to scrub the components off my arm to take away though any cleaning oil would have made the removing simpler. They’ve 3 cream finishes and three glowy finishes. I feel the colours are actually stunning and simple to mix. Yow will discover these at a variety of locations however Goal often has the very best costs. The one draw back is the packaging isn’t fairly as luxe as a few of the different manufacturers.
NARS
NARS Afterglow Liquid Blush ($32, Nordstrom) is one other favourite, however to be fully sincere it’s a components I’ve uncared for. If you need a pure look these are excellent. The components has a barely translucent high quality making it look extra pure on the pores and skin. They nearly really feel like a creamy gel. They don’t actually ever dry right down to a matte end so they continue to be barely dewy trying however on me they final lengthy. Full assessment right here and right here.
Uncommon Magnificence
Uncommon Magnificence Gentle Pinch Liquid Blush ($14 – $23, Sephora) appears to be the most well-liked liquid blush on the market. I like the colour vary however the pigment is SO intense that I’d not suggest this for a pure look. A tiny dot is sufficient to cowl every cheek. They’re simple to mix, but in addition very simple to over-do. For a blush novice I like to recommend dabbing on the again of the hand first after which dipping your brush into the product. They launched a Vacation Mini Blush and Luminize Trio ($35) which I feel has fairly shades for fall. Extra swatches + seems to be on this weblog publish right here.
Ciele and Saie Magnificence
Ciele blush and PROTECT SPF 50 Liquid Blush ($34, Sephora) is a components loads of you beneficial I strive. I picked up 3 shades to try to love the components, applicator and lasting energy. These have a pleasant smooth dry down that isn’t too dewy or emollient. They’re simple to mix and a little bit goes a great distance. Pigment isn’t as intense because the Uncommon Magnificence ones making the Ciele blush simpler to put on and so they look extra pure.
Saie Dew Blush Liquid ($25, Sephora) is one other widespread one which I’m unhappy to say I don’t love. These are additionally nicely cherished by so many. I discover the components thick and approach too dewy trying, however I do know that’s the approach they’re meant to be. I’ve tried a number of and the packaging doesn’t look or really feel good to be. The applicator attachment to the cap is a little bit wobbly on all those I’ve.
Tarte
Tarte has 2 formulation of the liquid blush: the Maneater Blush and Glow Cheek Plump ($29, Tarte Cosmetics and Ulta Magnificence) which I LOVE and a more recent Maneater Satin Blush Cheek Plump ($29, Tarte Cosmetics and Ulta Magnificence) which can also be good, however I want the glow model. I like the components, coloration vary, end and lasting energy. These include a sponge tip applicator and so they’re tremendous simple to mix.
The Glow components is a bit more pure trying however isn’t too shimmery. I’d say out of all of the blushes I’ve worn these all the time get essentially the most compliments. The Satin components is a bit more pigmented however not as intense because the Uncommon Magnificence ones. I don’t know that I actually discover a plumping impact on the pores and skin, however the liquid components is very nice and provides the cheeks a wholesome look.
Listed here are my high picks out of the formulation:
- Total greatest: Tarte Maneater Blush and Glow for coloration vary and components (Tarte has loads of bundle units like this Duo or this 4-Piece Set)
- Finest components: Armani Luminous Silk Cheek Tint
- Finest coloration vary: Hourglass
Instruments
One final tip on instruments. I feel you should utilize any cheek brush in your stash to mix. I’ve used plenty of powder blush brushes for liquid. I’ll usually use a basis brush for a cream or liquid blush too. If you happen to’re on the lookout for a brand new one to strive, listed here are a number of that I like.
Hourglass No 15 Blush Brush is my favourite proper now. It’s not too dense so it’s a little bit fluffy on the suggestions. The Hourglass Ambient Gentle Glow Basis Brush can also be wonderful for blushes.
Love the Laura Mercier Blush Brush because it’s an artificial one. Works nicely to mix powders and liquids, that is my most-used cheek brush.
It Cosmetics instruments are additionally excellent. They launched a Heavenly Luxe Cream Blush Brush #3 to go together with the Cream Solar Blush earlier this 12 months, however it appears to be offered out all over the place besides in a set on QVC. Their Brush #7 is for basis however it additionally works nicely with liquid blushes.
For a very good funds pleasant choice Actual Methods is the very best. I like their 449 Tapered Cheek Brush ($7.99).
That wraps up my liquid blush roundup! There are dozens extra that I haven’t tried and I haven’t even coated cream finishes. If you happen to love a liquid blush let me know what your favorites are!
