Ask Belle: Getting Flushed
Nov 13, 2014
Hi Belle,
I know you like Bobbi Brown blushes, but is that all you use? I need something under-$10, and I’m hoping you have a drugstore bargain in your makeup bag. (oh, please, oh, please…)
Sera
Tis true, I do love a Bobbi Brown blush (and her blush brush). But if you need something less expensive, I have several drugstore blushes that I’ve tried and can recommend. Because while my every day colors come from Bobbi, sometimes a girl needs to change it up.
e.l.f. Pink Passion Blush ($3)
This is my gym-bag blush. It’s sheer enough to add a little color or a lot depending on what I want. I add just a bit to the apples of my cheeks for a pop of color.
I own this Maybelline Fit Me! blush in light mauve. It has an ethereal glow to it that also makes it a good cheekbone highlighter. This Maybelline Dream Bouncy cream blush is a great summertime blush. (Need a cream blush tutorial? Try this one.) And if you’re looking for a blush that you can’t screw up, try this Magic Mosaic blush from Physician’s Formula. It makes blush application and color selection foolproof.
Looks like a beautiful blush. Can you recommend an inexpensive blush brush as well? I have an old e.l.f. one that has seen better days, but I’m not ready to splurge on the Bobbi Brown blush.
Sonia Kashuk makes a decent brush. Also, look for an online brand called Sigma. The rumor is that it’s the same people who make the MAC brushes.
Seconding these two recommendations. Sigma brushes are excellent. Also, if you need a whole slew of brushes, check out Coastal Scents’ Elite Set – they usually have 30-50% off sales every month or so, making it possible to get for like $35 (for 22 pretty dang good brushes).
I love LOVE my wet n wild “pearlescent pink” blush. I also adore my Real Techniques blush brush.
The RT Blush brush feels like kittens! It really is good.
I also really like NYX blushes, not as many options but long lasting and good quality.
Agreed! I have been using the NYX cream blushes for years and I love them. Highly, highly recommend.
Would also like to recommend the Sonia Kashuk cream blush in “Petal” – it’s great.
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Milani blush in “Luminoso” is the perfect peachy/pink shade. I love it and use it all the time. I think it goes great on skin with yellow undertones, but I think this blush works for everyone really.