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4 Blush Application Techniques for a Flattering Flush

4 Blush Application Techniques for a Flattering Flush

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Seamless, flattering blush application is both an art and a science. The former begins with color and formula selection and ends with placement, while the latter includes one’s layering, blending, and setting strategy to ensure a foolproof finish. In today’s edition of The Roundup, our Rose Inc editors help to demystify the process with expert techniques from our community.

The Expert: ROSE INC FOUNDER ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITELEY

The Technique: In this video, RHW first contours her cheekbones with bronzer before reaching for blush. “A lot of people like to apply their blusher just to the apples of their cheeks, which is absolutely fine,” she says. “But I actually like to bring it up to the top of my cheekbones…”

Learn More: Watch Rosie’s application technique in  everyday makeup tutorial.

The Expert: MAKEUP ARTIST CHERISH BROOKE HILL

The Technique: For Hill, the secret is using two shades of blush. “The trick is to take a step back and look in the mirror after each thin layer,” she says, adding that the color should fade into the temple for full drama. “Start with your lighter blush and move outwards to the darker shade so you get an airbrushed effect.”

Learn More: See Hill’s entire  Artist in Residency tutorial.

The Expert: MAKEUP ARTIST VALERIA FERREIRA

The Technique: While it may seem intuitive to apply blush before eye makeup, the esteemed makeup artist adds it after finishing her eyes to provide balance to the rest of the face.

Learn More: Watch the artist’s beach makeup tutorial.

The Expert: CONTENT CREATOR AYSHA SOW

The Technique: Sow’s technique revolves around layering and placement. “I like to pack it on step by step,” she says. “Then I take the same blush and add it to the high points of my forehead.”

Learn More: Watch Sow’s entire tutorial.

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