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Gowers tellsAllurethat she considers blush to be one of her favorite products in any makeup kit.
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She recommends thePUR Cosmetics Skin Perfecting Powder Blushing Act.
Powder Blush Paletteis also a solid affordable option.
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Pur Minerals Blushing Act Skin Perfecting Powder
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“Think of it like a stretched-out horizontal ‘V’ shape,” she says.
“Start by [your] ears, and blend!”
He also notes that this placements is great for those with longer, thinnerface shapesaccording to Lujan.
Dempsey likes both powders and cream blushes.
“It is about finding one with enough pigment to show up on your face,” she says.
This is what blush contouring is all about."
How to apply blush is just as important as the placement.
She lovesRevlon Powder BlushandBobbi Brown Pot Rouge.
And the two formulas can work well together, especially when you need staying power.
“Peach and orange tones are very natural for all skin tones,” he says.
“These shades contain both red and yellow in their base and are totally natural fit for yourundertone.”
“You don’t want to have hard edges,” Figueroa explains.
“Try not to go straight from product to skin,” Lujan says.
This will allow you to layer easier and gently to build up color gradually."
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