My sister, a real makeup and brushing pro, always tells me “Camille, are you going to the circus or what?!” Yes it’s true, I’ve never taken the time to do a little check up of my face to know what shade of blush to adopt. I use the basic and it does the trick. Hop, hop, hop, the morning following my makeup, I take the blush and I put it everywhere! Just to look good before leaving home….I just discovered not so long ago that putting a touch of shine on the tip of the nose is one of the steps to give a lifted effect, incredible but TRUE ! It’s worth doing some research, right?
With all these filters that now exist on our smartphones to make us always look beautiful and young, looking at ourselves in a mirror never gives the same effect as behind the lens of our camera, does it?
And without judging anyone, there are often big differences…
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Fortunately, one of the most wonderful inventions in the world for us women exists! Makeup is here to save us…
Stay young without resorting to the scalpel, yes it is possible!
So let’s start with the basics: What is your face shape?
Different face shapes – Source: spm
What kind of blush to use? Choose the right color and the right brushes
Before throwing yourself on the first makeup come, look at yourself and analyze the complexion of your skin.
Are you more brown, white or redhead?
Even if you’re not used to wearing a lot of makeup, a little blush will only brighten up your complexion!
For cheeks and face
You have 2 options, choose a range of inexpensive make-up purchased in supermarkets or opt for more upscale or luxury products offered in perfumeries and specialized stores.
So many brands exist, I’m sure your friends will already be able to recommend a few.
One of the most recommended brands by makeup professionals today is Bobbi Brown from New York.
I invite you to browse their site and discover their story: their choice of ingredients derived from the botanical power of plants to make makeup, their respect for the environment and their commitment to the emancipation of women, but this is not all!
You can book a virtual appointment with a makeup artist Bobbi Brown who will help you find the perfect shade of blush for your skin.
And so if you are a big makeup fan like my sister, you can also opt for the best of the best: professional makeup.
It all depends on your budget! Ouch! Yes I know… But don’t worry, you just need to know the right make-up gestures to have a radiant complexion… Even at low prices!
And now let’s find out the application techniques for each face shape.
Applying blush is an art!
What is the need of the day? If you have an evening, you will need to force the dose a little more than during the day so that the blush stays on your skin as much as possible.
However, be careful not to fall into make-up mistakes that can add ten years to your life!
Visage ovale. Source : spm
Apply blush to oval faces
You are one of the women with square or oval faces.
The trick is to use a good-looking blush to soften the contours of your jawline….
Smile and apply the blush to the plump part of your cheekbone.
Finally, stretch towards the ear. It’s perfect, you learn quickly!
Heart shaped face. Source: spm
How to make up a long or heart-shaped face?
Here the idea is to give more roundness to your face at the level of the chin. Apply your blush in a semi-circle in a C shape, slightly below your cheekbone to the temple….
Visage rond. Source : spm
Apply blush to round faces
And if you have a round face, use a pink or peach powder for a lifting effect. How ? Thanks to an optical effect. Sweep your blush below your cheekbones then blend towards your hairline towards the temple.
Where to put the blush to refine the face? Whatever your face shape
Several make up tips exist to make your face brighter and more structured in a few minutes. Do you know the facelift face? For this technique, we use the right gestures of make-up.
We start by applying the primer to prepare the skin, then move on to the complexion by applying a luminous foundation. Then comes the third step of contouring with the blush to sculpt and refine the face. Finally, the last step is to highlight the eyes…
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What is the most popular blush?
Sold every 8 seconds, it is the Beauty Light Wand liquid blush from the British brand Charlotte Tilbury. This famous make-up artist sublimates the faces of many film artists, fashion artists and personalities. And what’s more, its products are vegan! What better !
Never neglect the magical effect of a little blush once more, even if you’re lazy this morning!
You understood, it’s the perfect tool to highlight the features of your face, whether it’s round, square or heart-shaped…You’ll always look great ladies!
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