How-to: apply cream blush
05 Oct 2011 09:33 AM |
Posted by Editor
What can we say about cream blush?
For starters, it is practically foolproof. Even a make-up rookie can use it, it takes seconds to apply (I’ve had longer sneezes) and it’s an instant pick-me-up for a tired looking face. Cream blush is – dare we say it – one of the niftiest little products a girl can keep in her beauty bag. If you don’t own one yet – what are you thinking?! Go, get your hands on some, then come back and read this article!
Finding the best cream blush
There are a range of different cream blushes to cater to a plethora of needs. For totally dewy I’ve-just-been-pinched cheeks, opt for a pink-based cream blush like Max Factor Miracle Touch Cream Blush, which will give your cheeks a natural looking sheen and glow. For a more understated matte look, try Clinique’s Blushwear Cream Stick in Shy Blush – it comes in a nifty stick so it’s uber easy to use, goes on creamy and sets like a powder. Genius!
Application: step one
While you need to be a make up artist to use some products properly, others are totally fail-safe. Cream blush is one of those products. It’s really hard to get it wrong! Just perk up your face with a big bright smile to find the apples of your cheeks, then swirl your fingers in the cream and dab underneath the cheekbone along the length of your cheeks – starting from the bottom and moving upwards toward the temples. Now get a completely clean finger and use the soft pad of your fingertip to gently blend the cream into your cheeks – it should just melt right on in, leaving behind a subtle glow.
Application: step two
Um…there is no step two! That’s it! Could cream blush be any more easy-breezy? Seriously?
Member Comments
(22)
Posted by:
Katek1
(Australia)
I love cream blush and couldn't imagine doing my makeup without it.
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October 06, 2011 (Oct 6, 2011 5:00pm)
Posted by:
MissChriss
(Australia)
Something I've always wanted to try, but thought would be too hard.. Boy am I wrong!!
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October 07, 2011 (Oct 7, 2011 10:40pm)
Posted by:
Mellyanna1
(Australia)
Only 1 step? Love it! This sounds like a must try
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October 08, 2011 (Oct 8, 2011 12:49pm)
Posted by:
ruthie11
(Member since 2007, Australia)
ugh! I struggle! Not as easy as it sounds...
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October 11, 2011 (Oct 11, 2011 7:27pm)
Posted by:
KarenSaid
(Member since 2008, Australia)
Step 2: Apply translucent face powder to set the cream blush and to help the colour blend into your skintone
From my personal experiences LD
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October 21, 2011 (Oct 21, 2011 10:29pm)
Posted by:
Madi678
(Australia)
Excellent idea KarenSaid. I will definitely be giving this a go. Must buy cream blush.
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November 04, 2011 (Nov 4, 2011 9:03pm)
Posted by:
pinglet
(Australia)
Typo on the facebook entry says, 'Beuaty hurdle'...
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November 26, 2011 (Nov 26, 2011 3:35pm)
Posted by:
awesomesauce11
(Australia)
Great tips (again) BH! I've always had problems applying any type of blush.
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December 23, 2011 (Dec 23, 2011 4:06pm)
Posted by:
Jia A Khan
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loveee blush and of cource cream blushes are the best :D
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January 24, 2012 (Jan 24, 2012 8:42pm)
Posted by:
kelleyley
(Australia)
love cream blushes, they're so easy to use
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January 26, 2012 (Jan 26, 2012 10:38pm)
Posted by:
Chicklet
(Member since 2008, Australia)
I love the Becca lip/cheek stain, although you have to work quickly with it.
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March 07, 2012 (Mar 7, 2012 11:51pm)
Posted by:
Princess Fiona1
(Member since 2007, Australia)
I actually recently got the Clinique Blushwear cream stick as a gift, and so far not had much success in using it, but will try again with the great tips.
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March 08, 2012 (Mar 8, 2012 1:37pm)
Posted by:
lynx
(Member since 2008, Australia)
Never had the experience of using a creme blush.
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March 13, 2012 (Mar 13, 2012 4:48pm)
Posted by:
Anita285
(Australia)
Have never tried cream blushes but will try them now
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March 20, 2012 (Mar 20, 2012 9:54am)
Posted by:
cherie470
(Australia)
I've had a cream blush in my bathroom for the last month and haven't opened....now I will after reading this.
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March 24, 2012 (Mar 24, 2012 3:15pm)
Posted by:
FeatheredBeauty
(Australia)
I've never tried cream blush. Thanks BH.
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May 24, 2012 (May 24, 2012 6:40pm)
Posted by:
Divine Diva
(Australia)
I have never tried mine out, however this is seriously fail proof and I will definitely be getting mine out to give it a whirl. :)
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July 23, 2012 (Jul 23, 2012 1:26pm)
Posted by:
jodib
(Member since 2007, Australia)
I wouldn't say it's foolproof but it does make it easier to apply symetrically
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July 30, 2012 (Jul 30, 2012 4:00pm)
Posted by:
nicemuffinkitty
(Australia)
i only ever use cream blushes because it's so convenient!
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September 14, 2012 (Sep 14, 2012 6:47pm)
Posted by:
Tara163
(Australia)
Sounds good.
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October 04, 2012 (Oct 4, 2012 4:02pm)
Posted by:
Drucilla
(Australia)
Love me a cream blush, gives a beautiful finish, very dewy and natural.
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October 20, 2012 (Oct 20, 2012 5:34pm)
Posted by:
AmberB
(Australia)
Have never tried cream blush - sounds easy to apply
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February 07, 2013 (Feb 7, 2013 10:19pm)
Comment on this article
Posted by: Katek1 (Australia)
I love cream blush and couldn't imagine doing my makeup without it.
Posted on: October 06, 2011 (Oct 6, 2011 5:00pm)