I've been crazy about non-powder blushes (liquid/cream/gel) lately for a number of reasons. They feel more natural and not as caked on, and I can get away with it better without foundation or bb cream and I can still get that natural flush. They are also portable for traveling if you don't have space in your bag or don't want to lug around a brush. On days where I'm in a rush to go to school or don't want to put on the whole she-bang but still want to look put together, I just use my fingers and rub them on my cheeks. Viola! They are also perfect for dry skin (a winter struggle) they don't cling on to dry patches on your face.
I like wearing them in the summer too because obviously wearing a full face of makeup (especially during Sacramento summers where it can get up to the 100s) feels heavy and overwhelming. Dabbing it gives you an extra pop of color and glow!
These non-powder formulas are more recommended for dry skin types whereas powder is suited for those with oily/combo skin. If you are of the latter, don't worry! You can still pull them off if you set it with powder, and of course it's very important to moisturize beforehand! I recommend getting a matte and oil-free one. Clinique's Chubby Stick Cheek Color Balm is oil free. I also recommend the NARS Matte Multiple and the Tarte Cheek Stain.
Here are my 3 most used non-powder blushes:
Top to Bottom: MUFE HD Blush (310), Maybelline Master Glaze Blush Stick (Coral Sheen), ELF HD Blush (Superstar)
Maybelline Master Glaze Blush Stick (Coral Sheen)
Finish: Gel
Form: Stick
Pros:
-Very easy to use, all you have to do is swipe the stick on your cheeks and rub a little bit.
-This shade (pinkish coral) is perfect for the summer. It's suited for fair-tan skin tones.
-This is portable for travel or throwing in your purse.
-It's super buildable. You can swipe once for a sheer glow or build up more swipes for more color.
Cons:
-It's quite expensive for a drugstore blush at $8.99. But this is one of my favorite non-powders and I always come back to it.
-Not as long lasting. It can slide off the cheeks during summertime. But you can use a primer beforehand and a setting spray afterwards to keep it on. But since it's the easiest to use and most portable of the 3, you can touch up a bit during the day.
ELF HD Blush (Superstar)
Finish: Liquid
Form: Glass bottle with pump
Pros:
-It's only $3, but is extremely high quality. I think this can compete with some of the more expensive drugstore and the high end blushes.
-It's super pigmented. You only need half a pump and you get a lot of color and product to spread all over your cheeks. Which means it will last you a very long time.
-The pump makes it easier to control how much product you want.
Cons:
-It's super pigmented. I think there's such thing as too much of a good thing. Half a pump is more than enough and even then i really half to rub it on my face a lot so I don't look like a clown.
-It only comes in 5 shades (and they're only various shades of pink). I would like to see more nudes and corals here.
-Not as portable because you could drop the glass bottle and break it and using the pump on the go is a bit inconvenient
MUFE HD Blush (310):
Finish: Cream
Form: Pot
Pros:
-Comes in 16 shades! No matter what your skin tone, you're guaranteed to find one that suites you.
-Looks very natural. This is also called "Second Skin" blush. It seriously melts in your skin. I sometimes wear it without BB cream!
-This shade, 310, is named "rosewood" and it is perfect for the fall. But I also really like this shade (and I'm also trying to hit pan) enough that I will use it for all seasons.
Cons:
-I personally find it a bit hard to blend initially, but rubbing my fingers before dabbing it on works to make my fingers warm and melt into my skin easier.
-The price is steep at $26. I was able to buy this from the Sephora gift card Cecilio's family gave me for my birthday.
So there you have it. I may look for different shades and do a review here. And don't get me wrong, I love powder blushes too! MAC Peachykeen and NYX Terracotta are my most used ones. I just wanted to share the amazingness of gel/liquid/cream types too!
-Hannah
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