How to Apply Blush for a Natural, Face-Lifting Flush

 

As the warm spring days arrive, and TikTok highlights the rouge’s ability to transform faces, there’s going to be a lot of new intrigue around blush makeup. When it comes to making it look like your own natural rosy glow, it has to appear as if you’ve “just left the SoulCycle,” says makeup artist Sir John, the man behind the highlighters. and Beyoncé’s bulletproof makeup affirms. From creating a super-charged foundation to choosing an easy, streamlined formula, here Sir John and other in-demand professionals share their secrets on how to apply blush and achieve the perfect finish. Perfect background from the inside.

Create a Dewy Canvas

When it comes to getting the HD camera ready, all the experts agree that smooth, hydrated skin is essential. Massage in with a moisturizer or moisturizing primer if prioritizing hydration is a non-negotiable first step. For “maximum hydration,” makeup artist Naoko Scintu recommends starting with a sheet mask, such as Dr.Jart + Dermask Water Jet Vital Hydra Solution, which is another option. But Sir John likes to take it a step further by applying another layer of moisturizer over his face after foundation, so that the blush really disappears from his skin. “The best time to apply blush is while the skin is still wet,” he explains. “The extra layer of hydration makes it softer.”

“Use blushes that are no more than 2-3 shades from your natural [pink] tone, or you’ll have a hard time blending them together,” says Scintu. For more dimension, he prefers to use a darker shade on the inner cheeks, then transition outward with the option of a lighter addition. In terms of color, fairer and cooler skin tones should opt for softer shades, like pale pink or peach, while warmer, darker skin tones can be brighter. As long as skin is prepared to be smooth and soft, when it comes to texture, a primer, like Glossier’s Cloud Paint or Rare Beauty’s Melting Cream, or a liquid blush, such as Beneintt Cheek & Lip Stain , tends to be best to take a second look at the skin. Makeup artist Romy Soleimani, who counts Tracee Ellis Ross and Cara Delevingne as clients, says: “They provide the most natural, non-aesthetic effect, adding a sober quality to the skin. However, for Beyoncé’s ‘Teflon face’, Sir John always adds a layer of powder to add color and maintain strength.