A blush

Blush is a makeup product that gives the face freshness, a more natural look and softly emphasized cheeks. Properly selected blush can help the complexion look more rested, healthier and livelier, especially when the skin looks tired, pale or when foundation removes the natural color from the face.

Within the Makeup category, blush is used as a final step for shaping and refreshing the complexion. It can come in stick, powder, creamy or mosaic form, and is chosen according to skin type, desired intensity and finish.

Good skin preparation is important for a beautiful blush result. If the skin is dry, blush can emphasize flaking or uneven texture, so we recommend the guide Dry skin – how to care for it and which cream is best. With facial redness, it is important to choose shade and intensity carefully, and useful advice is available in How to reduce facial redness.

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Who is blush for?

• People who want a fresher, more rested and livelier facial look
• Emphasizing cheeks and creating a more natural makeup finish
• Daytime and evening makeup, depending on application intensity
• People who use foundation and want to bring natural color back to the face
• Combining with bronzer, highlighter, foundation and concealer

How to choose blush?

If you want a practical multifunctional product that can be used on cheeks, lips and eyelids, Embryolisse 3-in-1 balm stick intense red 2.5 g can be selected. The stick format is suitable for quick application, makeup touch-ups during the day and achieving a fresh effect without many tools.

For a more radiant finish and a combination of blush and highlighter, Zao Make-Up blush-highlighter mosaic can be a good choice. The mosaic texture allows more natural shading and can give the face a refreshed, brighter and softly highlighted look.

How to use blush properly?

Blush is most often applied to the cheekbones, with gentle blending toward the outer part of the face. It is best to start with a smaller amount of product and gradually build intensity, as this makes it easier to achieve a natural result.

Cream and stick blushes can be applied with fingers, a blender or a brush, while powder blushes are most often applied with a brush. It is important to blend the edges well so the blush looks like a natural part of the complexion, not a clearly separated color patch.

Blush, dry skin and redness

With dry skin, textures that blend nicely into the skin and do not emphasize flaking are preferred. Before applying blush, hydrating care is important, especially if foundation or concealer already emphasizes dry areas of the face.

With skin prone to redness, shade and product amount should be chosen carefully. Too intense blush can additionally emphasize redness, so it is better to apply a thin layer and choose shades that naturally match the complexion.

Pharmacist’s advice

Blush can quickly refresh the face, but with sensitive, dry or redness-prone skin it should be applied moderately and on well-prepared skin. If the product causes stinging, itching, redness, pimples or irritation, stop use and check the ingredients. Application tools such as brushes and blenders should be washed regularly because unclean tools can contribute to clogged pores and irritation.

Ljubica Barbulović, Master of Pharmacy

Tips and useful guides

• Makeup
• Embryolisse 3-in-1 balm stick intense red 2.5 g
• Zao Make-Up blush-highlighter mosaic
• Dry skin – how to care for it and which cream is best
• How to reduce facial redness
• How to reduce dark spots and hyperpigmentation