"By saving blush for last, you reduce the risk of having to wipe everything off and start over again if you applied too much at the outset," he says. Martin also recommends saving blush for the last step of the complexion makeup process, after foundation, bronzer, and even eye makeup. If it looks off or unnatural, you should choose another shade," he says. "Test it out on the apples of your cheeks to see if it 'clashes' with either your natural lip color or lipstick. But if you're still unsure, makeup artist Daniel Martin has a hack: comparing a blush to a client's lip color. The first step is finding a blush that has similar undertones (warm, cool, or neutral) to your skin, like you would with foundation.
That's why we've tapped makeup artists to fill us in on the ins-and-outs of finding the perfect blush shade for every skin tone, including fair, light, medium, olive, and dark complexions. They include a lot of peaches, pinks, fuchsias, and reds so you can pick a color which you are most comfortable with.You probably know that the right shade of blush can warm up your complexion, add a healthy glow, and even create the illusion of cheekbones - but what's the best blush for you? As you sort through all of the pinks, peaches, berries, and oranges on the market, it can feel a bit like trying to find a needle in a haystack.
So these are ten of the best MAC blushes for fair skin tones. It can look scary in the pan but is a favorite of many celebrity makeup artists as it pictures well. MAC Apple Red: This fire engine red blush pairs up really well with a red lipstick if you wear it carefully without overpowering the lipstick with the blush. It has a hint of shimmer and applies evenly to make your skin look rosy and healthy. It has a sheer tone / shimmer finish.ĩ.MAC Ambering Rose – This is a muted rose blush which goes really well with a soft dreamy eye makeup. You can build it up if required but be careful as it can go overboard too quickly.
It works well on fair to medium skin tones and is easy to wear if you layer it subtly. It is a great blush for all skin tones and lends a lovely warn sun-kissed tan look to your skin.Ĩ.MAC Dollymix – A perfect pick-me-up for a dull day, this candy pink blush perks up your skin like nothing can. MAC Gingerly– if you have had enough of peaches, pinks, and fuchsia, it is time to look at this beautiful bronze blush. You can pair it up with a dramatic smokey eye or go easy on the eye and wear a peach lipstick for a natural look.ħ. It feels very soft on the skin and you cannot go wrong with this blush. The quantity is more than the regular MAC pan blushes.Ħ.MAC Pinch O Peach– If you are looking for an everyday natural peach blush, Pinch O Peach is the perfect option. A little goes a long way when it comes to this blush. It looks gorgeous when paired with a soft smokey eye or muted gold accents.
It is one of the best MAC blushes for a special occasion. MAC Rosy Cheeks – This blush is from the MAC Extra Dimensions range and is described as a muted blue fuchsia. It might look too bright in the pan but looks beautiful on the skin.ĥ. It is a stunning blush for fair skin tones and adds a bright rush of color to your cheeks.
MAC Rhubarb – Rhubarb is a bright magenta blush from the satin powder blush range. The blush adds a rush of color to your cheeks and the cool-toned shade makes your skin look flawless.Ĥ. It is matte powder blush so works well on oily skin types as well. It is a soft pink blush with hints of plum. MAC Mocha – Mocha is another bestseller from the brand. It has a good pigmentation which can be built according to your requirements.ģ. It shows up beautifully on all skin tones but is particularly suited for fair skin as it looks good with natural makeup as well as heavy makeup.
MAC Melba – Melba is described as a soft coral peach from the Matte powder pro blush range.