the 5: favorite blushes

Let's just say that blush is not my favorite part in my make up routine. I know blush is important but I just can't seem to get into it, like I do with other areas of my make up. I find myself gravitating towards the same colors but I decided, what the heck, why not make a my favorite blushes blog post! You will probably notice that they all share similar characteristics and aren't anything too crazy. The blush I name third is my absolute favorite, but the other ones are in no particular order. So let's go!

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The first blush is called NYX Cream Blush in the color Natural. I think the packaging is so adorable and reminds me of MAC. It is a red pink cream blush that gives the "just pinched cheeks" look, especially when applied with a stippling brush. It has a dewy finish, but I like to apply a translucent powder over it so it can set, since I have somewhat oily skin. This is perfect for a really natural look or even for a dark smokey eye. The formulation is so creamy and applies without effort. At about $7 this is  a great blush for any look.

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The next blush is one of the brightest colors I have. This is Wet n' Wild Color Icon Blusher in Heather Silk. It is a gorgeous true pink with the slightest hint of magenta. It is a powder blush but blends effortlessly and is very pigmented. You can tone it down by adding only a little or spice it up by having bright pink cheeks. I think this is great for a day when you are wearing a very natural eye to let your cheeks pop! This is so affordable, at about $3, and would absolutely recommend you pick this up!

This is my absolute favorite blush. I have been looking for this color as long as I have been wearing make up. This is Lorac Blush in Soul. To me this is the perfect combination between a bronzer and blush. It has a brown undertone with a slight hint of pink. I love this blush for every occasion, but especially when I have a lot of eye make up on. It has the slightest bit of shimmer, which I usually don't like, but it is almost invisible. Even though it costs $20, I think this is worth it. I bought it part of a set, but I will repurchase this blush over and over again (once my challenge is over that is!)

I kind of have a love/hate relationship with this blush. It is MAC Blusher in BlushBaby. The color looks like a slight lighter version of the Lorac Blush with a bit more of a blue undertone. I think the color is gorgeous and I would the blush so much more if it was more pigmented. I always hear such good things about MAC products but this one kind of disappoints me. It's also $20 and if you had to choose, I would say go with the Lorac one. I do really enjoy the color, I just wish there was more pigmentation.

Lastly is the Wet n' Wild Color Icon Blusher in Mellow Wine. This is a deep pink, almost reddish color blush that can also be used to contour your cheek bones. It is so pigmented and gives a beautiful color to your cheeks. I think mixing the two Wet n' Wild blushes together would be a perfect combo!

I hope this aids you in finding the perfect blush for any of your looks! What blushes are your favorites? Do you use any of the ones here? Leave a comment below letting me know!

Always stay happy and healthy! :)

Tschüss, Katharina