I’m into this whole blurring thing lately, especially in terms of blush…
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You Need This: YSL Baby Doll Kiss & Blush Lips & Cheeks
02.26.2014
Make Up For Ever HD Blush
Blush has never really been my thing, I can’t lie. It’s not that I don’t like the idea of having some color on my cheeks, but basically because I have rosacea (e.g. rosy cheeks without blush), I’ve always just honestly been scared of the idea of adding a splash of pink to my already-red face…it’s a thing. I was recently introduced to a new blush, an HD (high definition) Blush, if you will, and I gotta say…color me impressed. At first I was intrigued by the idea that the blush is HD because, at least in my mind, anything HD is cool and hi-tech, but then I started getting tons and tons of compliments after the makeup artist put some on me which instantly had me SOLD. So what’s the deal? MAKE UP FOR EVER HD BLUSH is a cream blush (which can also be intimidating) and its formulated with a balance of oils, waxes, and powders that makes the blush really glide on your face easily. What’s also cool is that it can be worn over or under makeup, meaning if you’re not wearing any foundation (lucky you), you can still wear the blush without looking like a clown.
And speaking of clowns, here’s the best and most universal way to apply blush:
- Choose a full, rounded blush brush (like Make Up For Ever 158 Double Ended Sculpting Blush, featured in the photo above, which you can also use for contouring)
- Apply the cream blush onto the apples of the cheeks in a figure “8” motion
- Sweep from the top of the apple downwards, then up and back towards the top of the ear
- Set the blush (especially if you feel like it’s REALLY bright) with a pressed powder (like Make Up For Ever HD Pressed Powder), which reduces shine, slightly mattifies the skin, and softens the appearance of fine lines and pores. By the way, this pressed powder is best applied with a Kabuki Brush.
And, if all that seems like way too much work for you (hey, I get it), you can always just apply cream blush with your fingertips…just don’t go nuts.
Make Up For Ever HD Blush 210 | Make Up For Ever HD Blush 410
Gea isn’t amused by cream blush
05.22.2013
My new freelance gig: Beauty Contributor for Outblush.com!
Just wanted to take a minute to let you guys know about my newest freelance writing gig! I’m the new Beauty Contributor at Outblush.com, which I am SO pumped about. I’ve actually been reading Outblush for years…and seriously, if you ever need any home or gift ideas, this is the go-to site. Make sure to check out the beauty section to see some of my favorite products 🙂
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