A crucial step in your makeup routine, the blush gives you a rosy glow while enhancing your complexion and face shape. And while you may have been using blush all your life, did you know that the way you apply it also matters?
Yes! If you have a round face and wish to accentuate your features, you can apply your blush makeup in a manner that makes your face look chiselled and slimmer. Wondering how you can do so? Well, here are 6 steps to show you exactly how it’s done! From blush basics to contouring techniques, you’ll learn this and more! So let’s not waste more time and get right to it.
Choose The Right Style…
Gone are the days when blush was only available in a simple powder form. Today, the market is flooded with various types: gels, shimmers, creams, tints, stains, and more! You may pick any but avoid highly reflective blushers as these can make a surface appear rounder. Instead, opt for a matte one. And if you must use a shiny blush, try applying only on the high points of your cheeks.
…And The Right Shade!
The next step to a flawless blush application is choosing the right shade. Fair skin tones can go for pink, rosy shades while those with slightly deeper skin tones can opt for peach-ish shades. Don’t hesitate to experiment and try your hand at various shades to find the best option for yourself.
SUGAR Cosmetics offers a range of shades both in pressed powder and blush stick form. The colours blend seamlessly into the skin for a natural-looking pop of colour to the cheeks.
Don’t Forget Your Textures
Blush and foundations are closely linked. If you prefer liquid foundations, pick powder-based blushes and vice-versa. Foundation looking too powdery? Avoid directly applying powder blush over it. Apply a tinted moisturiser first and then layer on your blush for a smooth, blended look.
Bobbi Brown’s Nude Finish Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 15 is a great choice; it makes the skin look soft, smooth and naturally radiant in seconds.
Pick A Brush
Tempted to use your fingers to blend the blush? Don’t! Always use a good quality blush brush with super-soft bristles. For cream-based blush makeup, you may opt for a beauty blender instead.
Contour All The Way!
Now for a round face shape, contouring is essential to make it look less rounded and more chiselled. Start by applying some blush to the small area between your eyebrows and hairline. Next, sweep your blush from the ear, down the cheekbone, and to the mouth.
You can contour with your blush or use a bronzer palette like the Anastasia Beverly Hills Face Palette V2. The 3-in-1 palette features a highlighter, bronzer and blush that you can use alone or layer on for the ultimate warmth and radiance.
End With The Nose And Chin
Don’t just stop at the cheeks. Sharpen your nose by applying blush along the sides of your nose. A round face also appears rounder due to a round chin. Try contouring your chin by applying blush at the sides and on the tip of the chin. Remember, a single gentle stroke is more than enough here.
Hope this guide helped answer all your questions on applying blush makeup on a round face! Want to go the extra mile? Pick a shade of blush lighter than the one you used above and apply it to the apples of your cheeks. This will give a nice rosy touch to your face.
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