High on Blush

Who doesn't love blushes? They can do wonders on a face; creating a radiant glow, a healthier and youthful appearance, and the list goes on. My favorite blushes have usually been from the orange family. I love me some peach, apricot and coral blushes. I love them mainly because I think they suit my complexion the most. I have been loving all my peach blushes so much for so long, my collection has nothing but. I decided a while ago, it was time to branch out and explore the other shades. Lately, more neutral and lighter toned blushes are getting my attention. Especially now that it's winter and I'm nowhere close to being my usual NC40 self, I am able to pull of these shades much easier! Here are a few that I am enjoying.

NARS Lovejoy

There is no doubt that NARS blushes have the most hype of all blushes out there. I can't blame you. NARS offers a variety of colors and great pigmentation when it comes to blushes. I have seen Lovejoy on many, many blogs and heard about it on videos. This is a shade I don't even have anything similar to. I absolutely love this color, I would describe it as a bronze-y/rose! It has tiny bits of gold glitter in it which may put questions in one's head but you can be sure that it's nothing over the top. Definitely nothing like that of NARS Orgasm which was too much even for me and I like glittery blushes. So Lovejoy isn't exactly a light colored blush but for someone who wears nothing but peaches, it is a bit more toned down. :)

NARS Douceur

Douceur is a limited edition blush that NARS brought out for their Fall 2010 collection and is now the lightest shade of blush in my collection. This is actually pretty good because I have been looking for a nude blush just like it! I think this is the first time ever NARS has etched their logo into a blush! It will disappear after several uses but it's pretty to look at while it's still there! I would call Douceur a soft pinky-brown. If you look at it carefully you will see some a tiny bit of glitter scattered around the blush, regardless I consider it to be matte.

MAC Blushbaby

Blushbaby is a beiged dusty-rose/pink blush in sheertone finish. As you can see in the swatches below it is unexpectedly the shade right between NARS Douceur and Lovejoy. It has a very silky and soft texture and applies very easily. I think this is one of those rare shades of blushes that will work with any skin tone whether with cool or warm undertones. Because it has a sheer finish, you can build it up until desired intensity is reached. I can see Blushbaby being one of my favorite blushes as it is very versatile. It's perfect for everyday use but will also compliment heavy eye make-up looks.

L-R: Douceur, Blushbaby, Lovejoy
L-R: Douceur, Blushbaby, Lovejoy


What kinds of blushes are you guys enjoying lately?

15 comments:

  1. I love looking at blushes, because I have such a weakness for them. I don't own any of the blushes you've mention, they look so pretty, I must get them. lol

    I'm enjoying NARS Torrid, NARS Taj Mahal and MAC Love Joy. :)

    Thanks for sharing.

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  2. I love blushes <3 NARS Douceur is great, just bought it too. It looks great with any eye makeup, so it's very easy to use! My other favorites are for example MAC Her Blooming Cheek, NARS Deep throat...

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  3. I have a thing for blush. It instantly makes me look alive. Blush baby is gorgeous def going on my wish list. Right now I'm loving my almay orchid blush, an amazing plum color.

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  4. Great blushes post. Something tells me you have a giant makeup collection =)

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  5. @ Tanisa, ahh I know what you mean I have a weakness for blushes as well! I've been wanting the 2 you have, Torrid and Taj Mahal..must make them mine soon! :)
    @fashionedinfinland, I regret not buying Her Blooming Cheek, who knows maybe I'll find it at a CCO one day :) I love Deep Throat as well, it's gorgeous!
    @Hell Notes for Beauty, I think we all do! I used to be such an eyeshadow girl, I don't know what happened to me that now I'm obsessed with blushes! I actually just checked out CVS for the Almay blush you mentioned but couldn't find it. I don't have any plums, so would have been perfect. I'll keep looking, thanks for the recommendation :)
    @ Miss*Kimmy, thanks love! It's not giant...yet. I need to stop buying, I know! lol

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  6. @Tima, oops I forgot to reply to you in my comment :) Lovejoy = <3 I can't believe I've been without it all this time! :)

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  7. They all look so pretty!!Nars has gorgeous blushes!!Enjoy your blushes lovely!!I think they 'll so good on you!!!
    xxx

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  8. I love blushes too! I can absolutely say, I have more blushes than anything else in my collection. I love coral and peachy blushes too! I love Mac's Utterly game and Nars Gina. :) Dounceur and Blushbaby looks similar in the pan. They're pretty close. Lovejoy is pretty! Next on my list. :)

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  9. Yay! I'm glad you like Blushbaby! I was worried you might find it too boring or not special enough. Lovejoy looks gorge!!

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  10. I'm a blush fanatic! I don't have NARS Lovejoy -- it's been on my wish list forever.

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  11. I love blush, it's definitely one of those products I'm obsessed with! I can't afford anything close to high-end, but I use a lot of mark. brand stuff. I just rediscovered my Love Rush blush so I've been rocking that the last few days. It's a mosaic blush that has different shades of light/dark pink, peach, and tan. On me it looks like a bright berry pink, I <3 it!

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  12. Those are indeed very flattering shades, I consider them to be on the neutral side of blushes!
    They work so well with a variety of looks and they photograph well too (tried and tested)! ;)

    xx

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  13. I love peachy blushes too - but I totally turn to these nude/dusty pinks whenever I can't really decide what to put on :) My favorites from this color fam are NARS Pennylane and NYX's pressed blush in Stone ♥

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  14. I love blush, it's definitely one of those products I'm obsessed with! I can't afford anything close to high-end, but I use a lot of mark. brand stuff. I just rediscovered my Love Rush blush so I've been rocking that the last few days. It's a mosaic blush that has different shades of light/dark pink, peach, and tan. On me it looks like a bright berry pink, I <3 it!

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