Q&A for How to Apply Blush

I always say experiment! I actually figured out where I want blush when I got sunburned. I got a little bit red, but when I looked in the mirror, I realized it was exactly how my blush should look. Because of that, now I put blush on my face in basically a stripe. I start right under my eye and go all the way up onto my temple and then onto my nose.

Contouring is the use of darker and cooler shades to accentuate the hollow of the cheeks, minimize or change the shape of the nose, and to shape the forehead, whereas blush is more for highlighting the cheek bones and adding a rosy glow. Contour by using a figure 3 shape, swooping up around the forehead, into the hollow of the cheek and then under the jawline. Blush the apples of the cheeks.

You can, but use a smaller brush to apply it. If you use too much, you will look like an Oompa Loompa.

Try to smile really wide. Your cheeks will puff up to either side of your nose. Those are the apples of your cheeks.

Your powder might not have been translucent. Make sure that you are using a translucent finishing or setting powder, and powder foundation.

Contour along your cheekbones, and highlight under your eyes.

Maybe it is the brush. Try applying only the littlest amount (so you almost can't see it).

A lighter color always works better on darker skins tones.

If you aren't going to add makeup, then you can apply the blush straight into your face. However, if you are using powder, you should put the powder on first.

MAC is widely regarded as one of the best makeup brands.

Yes, I do this all the time. I find it's the best way to distribute the blush evenly.

It does not really matter, but personally I apply my blush first and apply highlighter a little higher than the blush.

No, it is best to apply blush to the apples of your cheeks only.

Highlighter goes above bronzer and blush goes on the apples of you cheeks, so smile and do it on the circular section of the cheek.

For darker skin tones, it's best to choose bright, bolder colors such as magenta or fuchsia. Be sure to blend it well.

Some people use beet juice as a stain or use a pink eyeshadow. But as a more old-fashioned alternative, you can pinch your cheeks to increase blood flow and make them look pinker.

Use a round brush with a large surface area (since blush is loose powder). Do not use a flat or small brush. You can always ask an assistant at a makeup store, and most brushes are labelled to make it easier for you to find the right one.

I recommend going to a drug store and buying a few cheap blush options to try. Once you find a general shade you like, you can try to find similar shades in higher end brands if you'd prefer.

No, you may blend the blush with your fingers or use a beauty blender sponge.

Using powder is much easier than cream and it's also easier to fix when you make mistakes. Watch YouTube videos to learn how to do it. You do not need to use banana powder specifically but it does make a difference when you put any type of powder that isn't translucent right underneath the cheeks, the middle of the forehead, and the bridge of the nose.

You could always use some samples at stores to see which one works best, or ask a professional.

Don't go too dark, make sure it's subtle but pretty. Apply the blush to the brush and blow to make sure there's not too much. Squeeze your cheeks in like a fish, and gently apply along the crease it makes in your skin.

Black eyeliner is always the best, as it can be dramatic or it can be soft. Winged eyeliner, the bigger it is the more dramatic, the smaller the softer, so you can pick whether you want to do a soft look or and dramatic look.

The best thing is go to a makeup counter and try as many different colours and brands. This way, you can find out what you like and don't like. Some samples look great but trying it on the hand or face will reveal a huge difference!

A pinkish coral will show up better than a nude color. You could ask at a makeup counter which would best match you specifically.