Let’s talk about blush. To me, blush is kind of like the icing on the cake. You could eat a cake without it, but it makes it so much better when you add it. Blush helps to brighten up your face, make you look awake, and add some color to your skin. Even on days that I do a super minimal makeup look, I like to add a little dusting of blush to the apples of my cheeks for just a little flush of color.
Here’s a breakdown of some of my favorite blushes that I’ve tried and used over the years:
Tried and True
- My Favorite: Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush in Shades “Paaarty” and “Dollface” (Price: $30)
- Similar Options: Milani Rose Powder Blush (Price: $9) e.l.f. Powder Blush Palette (Price: $8)
Liquid Blush
- My Favorite: Tarte “Blush Tape” Liquid Blush (Price: $35)
- Similar Options: Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush (Price: $23) Milani Cheek Kiss Liquid Blush (Price: $11) Saie Dew Blush Liquid Cheek Blush (Price: $25)
Cream Blush
- My Favorite: Tarte Sea Breezy Cream Blush (Price: $27)
- Similar Options: Wet n Wild MegaGlo Blush Stick (Price: $4.50) e.l.f. Putty Blush (Price: $7) Rare Beauty Stay Vulnerable Melting Cream Blush (Price: $22)
Duo
- My Favorite: Patrick Ta Double-Take Creme & Powder Blush in Shade “She’s That Girl” (Price: $36)
Drugstore
- My Favorite: Physicians Formula Matte Butter Blush (Price: $11)
This Month’s Test Item
Merit Flush Balm Cream Blush
Product Info
- Price Point: $28 for .31 oz
- Shade Range: 8 Shades
- Shade I Tried: Stockholm
- Key Product Info:
- Light coverage
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Has Vitamin E to nourish and condition the skin
My Thoughts
I’m really liking this one! The color payoff is great. It glides over your skin for easy application and blends out pretty seamlessly with a blush brush. I’m a fan!
