Five blusher mistakes that make you look older

Applying blusher is the most satisfying makeup element to put on – a dab of blusher on your brush and you instantly have a healthy glow! It is also the easiest element to do wrongly as it can make you look older than you are.

Choosing the right blusher colour

Colour choice

It is easy to use the wrong colour. The general rule is to use a subtle rose or baby pink shade. If your skin is medium through to olive you should adopt mauve shades, including peach or apricot tones. Use a well known make up brand such as Lancome makeup.

Where and how much to apply

Blusher placement

When we learn to put blusher on we are told to put it on our cheeks. As we age, our cheeks drop so it would be more beneficial to apply it higher up near your cheekbones to make you look more youthful. The type of blusher is also important – lighter cream and liquid blushers will add a youthful glow to your face as they add just a tinge of colour.

Formula choice

Your skin type has a lot to do with the type of blusher that you should choose. If you have an oily skin type, use a powder formula as it will help to produce a matt effect and will also absorb excess oil from your skin. Cream formulas work much better with dry skin types as they will leave your skin looking fresh and dewy. Cream or gel formula is better for older skin as using powder on eyes that have a lot of lines will make the lines more prominent. Here are some products you could use: https://www.carapharmacy.com/en/Lancome/b-829.aspx

Amount applied

Applying too much will end in disaster and age you considerably. The purpose of blusher is to make you glow and look as natural as possible. When applying blusher, apply only half the amount you would normally. It is always easier to add more than it is to take some off! Here are some more helpful hints: https://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/makeup/makeup-face/how-to-apply-blush.

Blending for a natural finish

Application

It is important that you blend it in well. If you are using a powder formula, do not use small brushes that are dense, use large fluffy brushes; sweep the brush into your product and tap off any excess. Then lightly apply the brush against your cheeks, using an upwards and outwards motion towards your hairline and temples.

Summary

This article lists common blusher mistakes that can add years to your look. It covers choosing shades such as rose or mauve depending on skin tone, applying blusher higher near the cheekbones rather than lower on the cheeks as skin ages, choosing powder or cream formulas based on skin type, using less than feels natural, and blending well with a large fluffy brush.

Questions this article raises

• Which blusher formula lasts longest through a full day?
• How does blusher placement need to change again in later decades?
• Are cream or liquid blushers harder to blend than powder?