How To Find The Best Blush For Your Skin Tone

You know you’ve found the one when your blush melts perfectly into your skin, bringing out a natural, radiant flush. It’s like your complexion lights up from within.

So, how do you discover your perfect match? It all starts with choosing shades that enhance your skin’s unique undertones. Here’s our easy guide to finding the best blush for your skin tone, so you can create that fresh, glowing look every time.

Best Blush for Your Skin Tone

It’s important to consider how a blush fits with your overall skin tone—whether it be fair, light, medium, tan, dark, or deep. 

Shades that are too light in color can wash out medium and dark complexions. For the most flattering and natural look, it’s best to opt for blushes on the medium to dark end of the color spectrum.

Meanwhile, darker blush shades can overpower on fair and light skin tones. With that in mind, it’s typically best to stick with light and medium hues or go in with a lighter touch.

Always Factor In Undertones 

An undertone is the more subtle tint beneath the surface of your skin that gives it dimension. There are three undertone categories: cool, warm, and neutral. 

Cool tone complexions have red, blue, or pink hues beneath the skin. When choosing a blush for cool skin tones, you’ll want to seek out rose, berry, mauve, and cool pink hues. 

Warm tone complexions have subtle yellow, gold, or peach hues. To find the best blush for warm skin tones, look for coral, peach, apricot, and warm pink shades. 

Neutral tones have a perfect balance between cool and warm hues. If you have a neutral undertone, consider yourself lucky—this balance means you can pull off a variety of blush colors. That said, mauves, soft pinks, and soft roses can look especially beautiful. 

Finding Your Favorite Blush Formula

Finding the right blush isn’t just about choosing the perfect shade—considering the formula is just as important. Each blush type brings its own unique benefits, so whether you’re drawn to powder, cream, or liquid, there’s a formula that fits your needs and makeup style.

Powder Blush
Powder blushes give you that velvety airbrushed effect so effortlessly. With just a quick swirl and swipe, you can create a beautiful flush in seconds. Because they have a lighter finish, it’s almost impossible to overdo it, making them perfect for blush beginners and pros alike. Powders layer seamlessly over any foundation—whether you’re using powder, cream, or liquid—giving you a soft, matte finish every time.

Cream Blush
If you’re after that dewy, lit-from-within glow, cream blush is going to be your signature. Its buildable, blendable texture melts into the skin, creating a fresh and radiant finish. Cream blushes pair seamlessly with cream or liquid foundations, ensuring your whole look stays harmonious and luminous.

No matter your preference, there’s a blush formula that’s perfect for your makeup routine—just choose the one that complements your skin and foundation type for a flawless finish every time.

Our Tips for Application

Use these artistry techniques to perfect your daily blush routine. 

First things first: tools. Both cream and liquid blushes can be applied with your fingers, but a compact brush will help give you more control over your application for a seamless look. If you’re using a powder blush, a fluffy brush can be used to evenly diffuse the pigment onto the skin. 

No matter which type of blush formula you are working with, blend by gently stamping the product into the skin with your brush or beauty sponge, rather than swiping it. This will help keep your foundation underneath in place. 

Start by pressing your blush of choice into the apples of your cheeks, and then work up towards the temples. Take a moment to assess your work after your initial pass to see if you’ve achieved your desired look. If you’re after a bolder, more dramatic look, layer more pigment on top. 

Three Blushes In One 

For a gorgeous, multidimensional cheek look, reach for Patrick Ta’s Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush Duo. This versatile compact features two easy-to-use blush formulas that you can wear three ways: layer together or wear each one of them alone. The cream melts into the skin for a glossy radiance, while the powder leaves a silky wash of color on the cheeks. To achieve Patrick’s signature blush look, layer the cream over the powder for a long-wearing, dewy glow that instantly lights up the complexion. 

This duo is available in a wide range of richly pigmented hues, with options for all skin tones and undertones. She’s Wanted, a rich berry shade that’s especially stunning on medium and dark complexions with cool undertones. Anyone with warm undertones will love She’s the Moment, a vibrant golden peach. Looking for your go-to pink? Try She’s a Doll, a bright neutral pink for the perfect pop of color.

Check out our full collection and build out your dream blush wardrobe.