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blushes i actually use (and rebuy) 💗

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blush is one of those products that can change your whole vibe—fresh, sunkissed, romantic, whatever you’re feeling. i’ve tested so many over the years, and these are the ones i always reach for. they blend easily, don’t get patchy, and actually last....
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dewy & natural

for that glowy, flushed-from-within look. these are the ones i grab for everyday makeup, skin tints, or when i’m not wearing foundation. super wearable and easy to blend.
 
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this one surprised me—in a good way. the texture is soft-matte, but it still gives a natural filtered finish, not dry or flat. it layers really well and doesn’t cling to dry spots. “freckle” is my everyday pick, but “piggy” is super cute too for a po...
pocket blush - piggy
 
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liquid and glowy but not greasy—this gives the prettiest natural flush that looks like you just came back from a walk. super beginner-friendly and blends best with fingers. i use the shade “dreamy” the most. great for minimal makeup days when you sti...
Saie Dew Blush™ | Liquid Cheek Flush
 
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a cream blush that melts into your skin and leaves this subtle, luminous finish. i love how it wears throughout the day—it doesn’t fade weird or separate. it’s also clean and safe for sensitive skin, which is a plus. “magic hour” is the perfect warm ...
BeachPlease Tinted Balm for Lips + Cheeks
 
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this one’s been around forever, but it still holds up. it’s a gel-cream that gives that soft, sheer watercolor look. great for layering or mixing shades. “storm” is a pretty berry and looks good even without a base.
Cloud Paint
 
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such a good drugstore option—gives you that glossy glow without any glitter. the sponge tip makes it easy to apply and it blends well with fingers or a brush. i use “rosé you slay” and it looks good on both bare skin and over foundation.
Halo Glow Blush Beauty Wand
 
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this one feels super luxe and gives a glowy, balmy finish without feeling sticky. it has skincare ingredients too so it’s not drying. “heliotrope” is the perfect warm pink and works year-round. i apply with a dense brush and it blends out really even...
Cream Blush Refillable Cheek & Lip Color
 
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this one’s a little pricey, but it’s seriously one of the best for that creamy, elevated glow. the formula is buttery and blends out with your fingers in seconds—it just looks expensive on the skin. i use “petal” for everyday and “poppet” for a fun p...
Baby Cheeks Blush Stick in Petal

bold & longwear

these are for when you want your blush to show up and stay on all day. more pigment, but still blendable. i use these when i’m doing a full look or need something that lasts.
 
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really creamy and super pigmented. it has a brush on one end, but i usually use my fingers or a separate brush for better control. “raspberry” is the most flattering berry-pink and looks amazing on camera.
Soft Pop Blush Stick
 
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this combo gives you everything. i usually apply the cream first with fingers, then set with the powder on top—it lasts forever and gives the prettiest dimensional glow. “she’s that girl” is a perfect rosy pink that works for so many skin tones.
Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush Duo
 
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the most pigmented blush i own—like genuinely be careful lol. “happy” is my go-to for a bright pink flush, and “encourage” is great if you want something more muted. once it sets, it doesn’t budge. best applied with fingers or a stippling brush and a...
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
 
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this one’s gone viral for a reason. the color adjusts slightly to your skin tone and gives this lit-from-within flush. it’s a powder, but it’s super lightweight and doesn’t look cakey. “pink” looks intense in the pan but blends into the perfect brigh...
Dior Backstage Rosy Glow-Powder Blush with pH-Activated Color
 
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matte but not flat—it still looks soft and skin-like. i love how portable it is too (good for travel). “sunset strip” is my pick for a sunkissed orange-y coral that works especially well in summer.
Nudies Blush Stick - Bubba
 
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if you like layering or want your blush to last through literally anything, this is it. it has a cream, matte, and shimmer all in one compact. i like starting with the cream as a base, then tapping the matte or shimmer on top depending on the vibe. “...
Cheek Clapper 3D Blush Trio | ONE/SIZE by Patrick Starrr