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| − | + | Blush helps make your beautiful face glow and look lovely. Application is fairly straightforward, though it's important to avoid overdoing the look. This article will teach you how to apply blush properly. | |
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#*Depending on your skin tone, you might need a lighter or a darker color. Dark skin needs a lighter color, whereas light skin may need a more natural color such as brown or tan. | #*Depending on your skin tone, you might need a lighter or a darker color. Dark skin needs a lighter color, whereas light skin may need a more natural color such as brown or tan. | ||
#*It is suggested that to select the right color of blush, make a fist for about ten seconds, and the resulting color on your fingers is the color that you want to match. | #*It is suggested that to select the right color of blush, make a fist for about ten seconds, and the resulting color on your fingers is the color that you want to match. | ||
| − | #Purchase some quality blush brushes. A blush brush is the best choice; never use a small, cheap brush. If you use a cheap brush, you'll have a cheap looking result. Avoid makeshift items such as cotton wool balls or powder puffs as these do not work well with the pigment in the blush.<ref>Rosie Watson, ''Make-up: The Complete Guide to Professional Results'', p. 95, (2007), ISBN 978-1-84537-720-5</ref> | + | #Purchase some quality blush brushes. A blush brush is the best choice; never use a small, cheap brush. If you use a cheap brush, you'll have a cheap looking result. Avoid makeshift items such as cotton wool balls or powder puffs as these do not work well with the pigment in the blush.<ref name="rf15336">Rosie Watson, ''Make-up: The Complete Guide to Professional Results'', p. 95, (2007), ISBN 978-1-84537-720-5</ref> |
#Provide for a well lit space when adding your blush. Consider obtaining a lighted [[Have and Create a Makeup Area|makeup mirror]] which will help emphasize your features and clarify what you are doing. Prepare prior to doing your makeup by washing your face, brushing your teeth, and putting on any foundation, cover-up, and bronzer that you regularly use. | #Provide for a well lit space when adding your blush. Consider obtaining a lighted [[Have and Create a Makeup Area|makeup mirror]] which will help emphasize your features and clarify what you are doing. Prepare prior to doing your makeup by washing your face, brushing your teeth, and putting on any foundation, cover-up, and bronzer that you regularly use. | ||
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#Prepare. If you’re using a [[Apply Powder Makeup|powder]], lightly sweep a medium-sized fluffy brush through the blush and then tap it to remove any excess. If you’re using a cream or gel, dab a little on your ring finger. | #Prepare. If you’re using a [[Apply Powder Makeup|powder]], lightly sweep a medium-sized fluffy brush through the blush and then tap it to remove any excess. If you’re using a cream or gel, dab a little on your ring finger. | ||
#*Start with just a little blush — it’s easier to add more to your face than to take off too much of it. | #*Start with just a little blush — it’s easier to add more to your face than to take off too much of it. | ||
| − | #Do a fish face, and apply the blush. This help you find the apple of your cheeks. Don't smile, that bring your cheeks up, and can make your blush too low <ref | + | #Do a fish face, and apply the blush. This help you find the apple of your cheeks. Don't smile, that bring your cheeks up, and can make your blush too low <ref name="rf15336" /> |
#*The apples are the round rises where you naturally flush, as shown where the model's brush is resting. | #*The apples are the round rises where you naturally flush, as shown where the model's brush is resting. | ||
| − | #Apply the blush to the center of the apple on one side of your face, blending the color along your [[Define Cheekbones|cheekbone]]. If you’re using a cream or gel, dot the color first, then use your finger or a [[Clean Makeup Sponges|makeup sponge]] to blend it in. For the most natural look, always concentrate the color on the apples of your cheeks and blend well. And before blending, always dust off the excess to avoid excessively rosy [[Get Rid of Rosy Cheeks|cheeks]].<ref | + | #Apply the blush to the center of the apple on one side of your face, blending the color along your [[Define Cheekbones|cheekbone]]. If you’re using a cream or gel, dot the color first, then use your finger or a [[Clean Makeup Sponges|makeup sponge]] to blend it in. For the most natural look, always concentrate the color on the apples of your cheeks and blend well. And before blending, always dust off the excess to avoid excessively rosy [[Get Rid of Rosy Cheeks|cheeks]].<ref name="rf15336" /> |
| − | #*Make strokes with the brush from your cheeks (towards your nose) to the side of your face (towards your ears). Try not to make diagonal lines, as these won't appear natural but will risk being clown-like. Excess product can be blended toward the ear from the middle of the eye.<ref | + | #*Make strokes with the brush from your cheeks (towards your nose) to the side of your face (towards your ears). Try not to make diagonal lines, as these won't appear natural but will risk being clown-like. Excess product can be blended toward the ear from the middle of the eye.<ref name="rf15336" /> |
| − | #*Use a clean brush for blending.<ref | + | #*Use a clean brush for blending.<ref name="rf15336" /> |
| − | #*Brush downward at the end of blending, to allow the facial hairs to lie smoothly on your skin's surface.<ref | + | #*Brush downward at the end of blending, to allow the facial hairs to lie smoothly on your skin's surface.<ref name="rf15336" /> |
#*For a more youthful look, make sure to apply the blush on each side no lower than your nostril and no closer to your nose than your pupil. | #*For a more youthful look, make sure to apply the blush on each side no lower than your nostril and no closer to your nose than your pupil. | ||
#If you accidentally apply too much powdered blush, cover it with translucent powder to tame the color. Excess cream can be blotted with a [[Use a Tissue|tissue]]. If you overdo it with a gel, wash it off and reapply sparingly. | #If you accidentally apply too much powdered blush, cover it with translucent powder to tame the color. Excess cream can be blotted with a [[Use a Tissue|tissue]]. If you overdo it with a gel, wash it off and reapply sparingly. | ||
#Repeat on your other cheek, taking care to match the placement and color of the blush on both cheeks. Aim for [[Teach Children Symmetry|symmetry]]. | #Repeat on your other cheek, taking care to match the placement and color of the blush on both cheeks. Aim for [[Teach Children Symmetry|symmetry]]. | ||
| − | #Dust your face with a translucent powder to set your new look. The translucent powder brings inner warmth into the cheeks.<ref | + | #Dust your face with a translucent powder to set your new look. The translucent powder brings inner warmth into the cheeks.<ref name="rf15336" /> |
#Finished. | #Finished. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
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* Do not put on an excessive amount of the blush. | * Do not put on an excessive amount of the blush. | ||
* Take red or pink lipstick that suits your skin color and use it on your cheek. Make sure it is not too oily when you apply it. | * Take red or pink lipstick that suits your skin color and use it on your cheek. Make sure it is not too oily when you apply it. | ||
| − | *To create killer cheekbones for the catwalk, makeup artists often employ a three-step technique. In addition to applying blush to the cheekbone, they highlight the area above it and contour the area below. This technique is based on the laws of light and shade, and helps emphasize the facial bone structure.<ref>http://LittleMissMakeup.com/blog/makeup-application/how-to-apply-blush</ref> | + | *To create killer cheekbones for the catwalk, makeup artists often employ a three-step technique. In addition to applying blush to the cheekbone, they highlight the area above it and contour the area below. This technique is based on the laws of light and shade, and helps emphasize the facial bone structure.<ref name="rf15337">http://LittleMissMakeup.com/blog/makeup-application/how-to-apply-blush</ref> |
*Use blush according to your skin and hair color: | *Use blush according to your skin and hair color: | ||
**Blond and ginger hair with olive complexion - blush of oranges tones. | **Blond and ginger hair with olive complexion - blush of oranges tones. | ||
