Milk Makeup Blush
How to Apply Milk Makeup Blush
1. Prep Your Skin
Sara advises preparing your skin first if you want your blush to apply smoothly and be radiant all day. The Hydro Grip Primer from Milk Makeup will increase your skin’s moisture, and the Pore Eclipse Mattifying Primer will help you achieve a filtered finish and manage oil. (If you need assistance picking one, we have a whole makeup primer guide on these.)
Next, depending on the coverage you want, move on either foundation or concealer. Be deliberate when applying your base makeup, especially in the area around your nose and beneath your eyes. “Cancel out any competing redness in your skin so you can start with a clean slate,” advises Sara. This action will also prevent your blush from giving the impression that you have a cold or allergies.
2. Pick your formula.
It will be easier for you to choose the best blush formula for you if you are aware of the finish and level of pigmentation you want to attain on your cheeks. We adore cream blushes like Milk Makeup Lip + Cheek for dewy, sheer finishes. Grab a liquid formula like our Milk Makeup Bionic Blush for vibrant, juicy color. If you have oily skin, Sara specifically advises you to try this. Grab a powder product like our versatile Milk Makeup Color Chalk if you prefer a slightly sparkly look to your blush.
3. Select your shade.
The best piece of advise from Sara is to look for a hue that complements the mood of your overall makeup look. You can then choose the fit that complements your skin tone the best. If pink is your preferred blush color, lighter complexion tones may favors a soft pastel shade while darker tones may opt for a hot pink tint. But once more, the final shade choice is up to your taste.
4. Nail your technique: fingers vs. brush.
Having trouble applying your blush? Sara advises against swiping any formula you’re using directly onto your skin. Instead, select a soft brush or clean your hands if you’d rather paint with your fingers.
When using Lip + Cheek, repeatedly dab the brush onto the stick to ensure that each bristle is uniformly coated. A more even, diffused application will result from doing this. If you prefer to use your hands, follow the same procedure, depositing and blending the formula using your middle and ring fingers. For liquid formulations like our Bionic Blush, Sara suggests applying the same technique.
No matter which formula you use, you should avoid rubbing your blush. It’s important to pat and tap to avoid disturbing others.
