MY TOP BLUSHES AND BRONZERS

Here are some of the blushes and bronzers that I recommend. I am listing products in various price brackets, just because it cost doesn't mean that its a great product. Have fun with this, remember you don't have to stick to one color, try different shades and textures depending on the look that you are trying to achieve.


TOP BLUSHES
1. NARS $25 - Orgasm this is a pinky/peachy with subtle highlights with a golden shimmer; Super Orgasm is a pinky/peachy with extra golden sparkle, this gives the face a great glow.  * I love both these shades.

2. LOREAL "TRUE MATCH" $9 - Sweet ginger is a soft coral/peachy color with no shimmer. I love this color, i use on myself as well as clients.  For the price you can't beat this, try the other "true match" blushes they are defiantly worth adding to your collection.

3. NYX COSMETICS  $8 -  this brand is sometimes called the "poor woman's MAC" these colors have great pigmentation and is super economical.

4. MILANI LUMINOUS $5. 50  - you can't beat this price, for such a great product. These colors are amazing. If you cant afford NARS Super Orgasm, this color is a peachy/coral shimmer with no glitter that can be used as a substitute.

5. MAC BLUSH $18.50 - MAC never disappoints, and some suggested colors are: Instant Chic, Coral, Gingerly and Springsheen.   MAC has such a huge collection with a variety of colors, shimmer no shimmer shades.

TOP BRONZERS


1.MAC BRONZER $22.00 - As always they have a great color selection.  Their bronzers have shimmery, but they are not over shimmery. I use this as my everyday bronzer.

2. ESTEE LAUDER $25 - Bronze Goddess. This color comes in shimmer and no shimmer. I love the soft matt, it can be used on everyone no matter the skin color.  This is one of those items that you never leave home without.

3. STILA $28 - Sun Bronzing Powder. This is a great product, comes in 2 shades, one is  a little more shimmery than other.

4. SMASHBOX $28 - this is such a great line, and they have great bronzer to match. It comes in 2 shades.

HOW TO APPLY BLUSH

1. Put the blush on your brush, tapping off any excess or put a dab of gel on your fingers.
2. Look into the mirror and smile. This helps you figure out where the 'apple' of your cheek is.
3. Since you want a healthy flush, it's best to apply blush only to apples of your cheeks. Keep color light & blended. If you're using gel or cream, NYC makeup artist Carlo Geraci (in O Magazine) suggests dabbing it on with your middle finger, then blend with your ring & middle finger. The clean finger will pick up any excess blush.
4. If you've gone a bit too heavy on the powder blush, a bit of translucent powder over it will calm it down. For cream blush, blot the color off with a tissue. Since gel & liquid blush 'stain' the cheeks, the only way to lighten them is it wash your face, moisturize and reapply your makeup, this time more sparingly.                                  

SOURCE: http://beauty.about.com/od/makeuptrickstips/ht/blush.htm

TYPES OF BLUSH

The right blush during the right time of day is key. But how to pick the perfect blush? Should you go powder, cream, tint, shimmer or gel? There are many different types out there so here I run down the 5 main types so you can choose what kind you need & when (day or night?)!

Powder Blush

Powder blush is great for all skin types, but best for oily skin and anyone looking for long-lasting color (it's the densest of the blushers).

Cream Blush

This type of blush is best applied with the fingers. It's also dense, but lets your skin show through. Cream blush is particularly suited for dry skin because of its rich, moisturizing ingredients.

Gel Blush

Gel blushes provide a sheer glow. They work best on oily to normal skin and are hard ot spread onto dry skin since they are fast-drying.

Tint Blush

Like gel blush, tints are fast-drying and can look streaky over foundation. If you're going to use it, blend it fast and blend it well. Once it's set it won't budge until you wash your face.

Shimmers

These are great for giving a light gleam to your cheekbones. These are best for nighttime. The great thing about shimmers are you can dab them on your forehead, in the bow of your upper lip or in the inner corners of your eyes. But avoid your highly wrinkled spots, since these will accentuate them.

SOURCE: http://beauty.about.com/od/makeuptrickstips/bb/blushers.htm

BLUSH/BRONZER DAILY TIPS

TIP #2

Use bronzer and blush in conjunction with each other.  The blush adds color and the bronzer helps it to blend in your skin and also contouring and giving definition to your face.

BLUSH/BRONZER DAILY TIPS

TIP #1

If you have acne or  blemishes on your face its best to use a matte blush and bronzer.  A shimmer based product will draw added attention to your acne and blemishes.