Editor’s tip: For best streak-free results, try blending this product with a makeup sponge or cheek brush. chantecaille cheek brush.
Main ingredients: Glycerin, dimethicone, talc | Finish: Shining | Available shades: 3
FAQ
What type of blush is best for mature skin?
All the makeup artists we spoke to agree that cream blushes are the perfect formula for skin maturation, primarily thanks to their glow-enhancing effects and skin-plumping ingredients. “Cream blushes blend more easily on mature skin and add a natural flush of red to the skin,” says Scibelli. He added that liquid blush is also a great option for a more dramatic color effect.
That being said, there’s no need for mature skin types to avoid powder blush completely. emily grayThe Nashville, Tennessee-based makeup artist says to look for a powder formula with a lightweight formula and a shimmering effect. “A lightweight, luminous powder blush that glides smoothly onto the skin and never feels or looks heavy,” she says. Scibelli adds that powder blushes are best for oily skin types, regardless of age.
How to apply blush on mature skin
No matter which blush you use, application technique will determine the final result. Makeup artists say you can apply blush using a makeup sponge, a dense brush, or your fingers. “Mature skin tends to be thinner and drier, making it more delicate,” says Gray. “To avoid damaging mature skin, it’s best to use your fingers or a beauty sponge to gently dab liquid or cream blush into the skin.”
Henny says she likes to apply blush higher on the face to give aging skin a lifted look. Using a cream blush, Henney presses dots of product into the high points of her cheeks with her fingers and blends them in with a blush brush. “My client, Diane von Furstenberg, loves adding blush to the high points of her cheeks. She told me this trick when I started doing makeup, and it really works. It was,” she says.
Siberi is recommended to apply on the apples of the cheeks, if there is volume in the apples of the cheeks. “Smile when you see the apples of your cheeks pop and apply directly to the area, making sure to blend outwards toward the center of your ears,” he says.
Whichever method you follow, Gray suggests blending the product upwards for a more lifted look. “I like to place the blush on or just above the apples of my cheeks and blend it out. Don’t blend it downwards because it will drag your face down,” she says.
meet an expert
How to test and review products
Before reviewing makeup, we ask questions about various factors. What ingredients does it contain? Does the brand offer a wide range of shades aimed at consumers of all skin tones and undertones? Is it safe for readers with sensitive skin or who wear contact lenses? Is it affordable or more than a splurge? Is the packaging consciously designed or is it wasted?
Source: Allure – www.allure.com
