I have often receive many questions about how to apply blush the correct way. Blushing is an easy technique which requires lots of practice. Here are a few tips to bear in mind when applying blusher :
ATTAIN THAT PORCELAIN, FLAWLESS SKIN
Set that foundation right and powder your skin. In order for any colors to look great on skin, learn the technique of flawless skin to begin with. Powder will set the right texture on skin so that blusher will not appear blotchy.
THE RIGHT TOOL
Get a big, fluffy and rounded brush. The bigger and fluffier, the better. Do not use the same brush for face.
LOOK TO THE MIRROR AND SMILE
That's how you find out the apple of your cheek, that is where blusher is supposed to be.
NEVER APPLY BELOW YOUR CHEEK BONE
It will add years to your age and makes you look haggard.
CHOOSE THE CORRECT COLOR OF BLUSHER
For dull skin, look for shimmery bright color
For small face, look for shimmery bright color
For big face, look for matte and down to earth colors
For fair skin, you can choose any color of your choice, matte or shine
For dark skin, look for shimmery bright colors
TAP, TAP, TAP ...
Pick the colors with your brush little by little. Once you have picked the colors, lightly tap your cheekbone a few times...
APPLY IN CIRCULAR MOTION
Like as if you are polishing an apple, swirl your brush in circular motions from small to big, the swift to your hairline near your ear.
Start with a light application and go heavier as you need it. I would suggest that you go layers by layers to avoid mistake.
ADD A LAYER OF FACE POWDER
This action is to diffuse the blusher so that it will look natural. Finally, check your blush in natural light, rather than fluorescent.
ADDITION TIP
Bronzer can be an alternative, to give that sun-kissed cheeks.
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