Blush helps to provide the cheeks with a youthful and rosy appearance, creating an overall healthy and flushed glow. Most people are familiar with powder blushes, but blush stains are increasing in popularity because of their ease of use and staying power. Blush stains come in many different shades, formulations, and consistency.
What It Is
Blush is a beauty product that can bring a look of health usually in bright pinks, plums, and reds. It is used on the cheeks to mimic the look of being outdoors or a natural flush. Blush stain goes on in a semi-liquid consistency, but dries on the skin leaving a subtle wash of color. Blush stains come in a few different formats including gel, cream and stick. No matter what type of blush stain that you must choose, the right shade is necessary to achieve a natural rosy flush.
How To Use
To find the right shade of blush look at your skin’s natural flush after you come indoors from cold weather or exercise.
Also look at your skin tone and what color is complementary. To apply a gel blush stain rub a very small amount (a little goes a long way) on the apples of your cheeks, making sure to blend it upwards along the cheekbones. If you use a cream blush it will go on feeling somewhat wet, but will dry with a lightweight powder finish. You can apply it using a blush brush or a sponge, making sure to feather it out on the apples of the cheeks. The easiest of the three to use is the stick format of a blush stain. It comes in a tube, similar to that of a lipstick, but slightly larger. It rolls onto the cheeks, and can be blended out using the attached brush or the tips of your fingers. A beauty rule for blush is less is more, so keep this in mind if you are applying blush.
Benefits
Using a blush stain has many benefits over your average powder blush including targeted application, long wearing power and a realistic, youthful look. Blush stain also has long wear and staying power that can last all day or through a night of dancing. You do not require much blush, especially when using a stain because the color is so concentrated. This helps you to save money in the long run because you do not need to apply very much, using less product over time.
Many cosmetic brands have created their own version of the blush stain, some with shimmer, others with a matte finish. These products are available at luxury cosmetic stores and discount department stores. If you are looking for a new blush, try using a blush stain for a beautiful hint of color on the cheeks.