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Liquid blush formulas are supremely buildable, blendable, and highly pigmented.
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Plus, many liquid blushes are infused with skin-loving ingredients like moisturizingglycerin, conditioningshea butter, and antioxidant-loadedaloe.
Do you still need convincing?
Some also double aslip and/or eye tints.
Commerce producer Sarah Hoffmann before applying Armani Beauty’s Luminous Silk Cheek Tint
The long-lasting, lightweight, silky blush stays put for 12 hours and comes in six glorious hues.
McGrath is another fan of the formula, which won a 2024 Best of Beauty Award.
The formula uses MicroFluidic Technology (okay, science!
Commerce producer Sarah Hoffmann before applying Armani Beauty’s Luminous Silk Cheek Tint
The aesthetic power of the neutral pink shade range is complemented by skin-loving, hydrating tamarind seed extract.
Cosmetic chemistGinger Kingpreviously toldAllurethe product’s quick drying time can be attributed to a combination of silica and isododecane.
“It’s like my cheeks got a filter upgrade, and it actually stays put all day.”
Commerce producer Sarah Hoffmann after applying Armani Beauty’s Luminous Silk Cheek Tint
Its water-based, gel-cream formula offers a creamy yet buildable texture for the perfect flush of color.
Ingredient highlights include nourishing glycerin and antioxidant-loaded staples like licorice andelderberry extracts.
TheTikTok-viralblush comes in six gorgeous shades, the most popular being Chilly (a cool-toned mauve pictured above).
Not only is it a bonafideAllure-editor favorite, but it’s an internet sensation, too.
Tester feedback:Allure’scontent director, Kara McGrath, calls this blush her go-to.
Each tube includes a dose of skin-loving ingredients such as sodium hyaluronate and vitamin E for a radiant finish.
Commerce writer Jen Hussein before applying the Hourglass Unreal Liquid Blush
Might we suggest the unlikely but deeply appealing Cheeky Coral and Berry Smooch pairing?
Bonus: it can even be used on the lips for a monochromatic look.
Today, the multi-use cheek stain is famous for its sheer, natural finish and non-drying formula.
Commerce writer Jen Hussein after applying the Hourglass Unreal Liquid Blush
Its signature rosy hue can easily be applied to thelips and cheeksvia a user-friendly doe foot applicator.
She warns, however, to blend quickly to avoid a concentrated, no-budge splotch.
She also has a bottle of orangey-pink Floratint.
Nay, it extends into the world of rosy, radiant blush with the Cheekslime Blush + Lip Tint.
You’ll findglycerin, a moisturizing plant-based collagen, and anti-inflammatory carrot root extract in the formula.
Any extra gets applied to my eyes and lips."
Commerce editor Sarah Han before applying Chanel’s Les Beiges Liquid Blush
Choose from shades of Pink, Beach, and Berry for a buildable pop of radiant color.
Kaye explains that liquid blushes have the thinnest and lightest consistency than powders and creams.
How should I apply a liquid blush?
Commerce editor Sarah Han after applying Chanel’s Les Beiges Liquid Blush
New York City-based makeup artistTobi Henneyrecommends starting with the apples of your cheeks and blending upward.
Alternatively, dab the product into your skin with your fingers for a more natural finish.
Does the brand offer a wide shade range inclusive of consumers with all skin tones and undertones?
Shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis before applying Anastasia Beverly Hills’s Blurring Serum Blush
Is it safe for readers who have sensitive skin or wear contact lenses?
Is it on the affordable side or more of a splurge?
Is its packaging consciously designed or needlessly wasteful?
Shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis before applying Anastasia Beverly Hills’s Blurring Serum Blush
This ensures our testing base spans different skin tones, genders, and dermatological conditions.
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Shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis after applying Anastasia Beverly Hills’s Blurring Serum Blush
Interim commerce director Deanna Pai before applying Saie’s Dew Blush
Interim commerce director Deanna Pai after applying Saie’s Dew Blush
