How To Apply Highlighter & Blush in the Right Way?

When it comes to dressing to the T, your look is incomplete without some beautiful, skin-friendly makeup. If you are someone who likes the glitz and glam, then we have you covered with the best. But before we get into that, let’s get the basics right. Introducing you to a magic wand that can take your charm from nay to yay in minutes. If you like the rosy shimmy-shimmy too, come close, here’s what you need – a blush & highlighter duo, indeed.

When it comes to makeup, how to use blush and highlighter and where to apply them for a finished look are questions that beginners would be curious to learn about. If you are one yourself, consider this your guide to making glam your best friend by taking your makeup game notches higher.

All About Face Blush

Blush is a secret sauce that will give your face the illusion of being perfect and naturally flushed. When you go all-in with foundation, concealer, and powder, your skin might end up losing its natural dimension and color, making it appear flat and washed out. This is where blush comes in to save the day, giving your face a much-needed pop of color and dimension.

How to Pick the Right Blush Shade?

You must choose a blush color that complements your undertones, whether they are warm, cool, or neutral. You must choose a color that aligns with your personal preferences—that is, whether you prefer deep, light, natural, or bright tones—as long as it falls within a suitable spectrum. To put it simply, brighter blushes will shine on darker skin tones but may overpower lighter skin tones. For those with lighter complexions, however, a more muted shade closer to your actual skin tone would be an excellent choice.

Where and How to Apply Blush Like a Pro

When it comes to creating a makeup look, beginners often end up confused with one question: “Where to apply blush?” Well, here’s where and how to apply blush for a jaw-dropping look:

1. Blush application involves precision, especially when bronzer and highlighter are paired with it. To begin with, dip your makeup brush into your blush and tap any excess product off onto the back of your hand.
2. To get the look, make a kissy face in the mirror and apply blush to the apples of your cheeks.
3. For a natural flush, gently brush upward towards the sides of your eyes.
4. Extend the blush to your hairline and jawline, similar to contouring, for a rosy look.
5. You can also brush the blush down the center of your nose, just like you would for highlighting, to add a peachy glow.

All About Face Highlighters

A face highlighter is a must-have when you are out of natural glow and are looking for a quick fix that will add the desired radiance to your facial features. It is especially needed to create a distinctive, glamorous look for parties, weddings, and special occasions alike.

How to Pick the Right Highlighter Shade?

For a natural finish, choose a highlighter that is two shades lighter than your skin tone. You should also consider your undertones when selecting a highlighter: gold and bronze shades complement warm undertones, while silver and pearly white are perfect for cool undertones. If you fall somewhere in the middle, most colors are bound to look flattering on you.

Where and How to Apply Highlighter For a Chic Look?

Similar to applying any other makeup product, applying highlighter is an art you must nail. Here’s how and where to apply highlighter for a radiant look:

1. Begin by taking some powder product on your fan brush and dusting off the excess highlighter.
2. In a sweeping motion, apply the product to the high points of your face.
3. Start by highlighting your cheekbones by applying highlighter in circular motions.
4. Sweep some highlighter on the middle of your nose, inner eye, cupid’s bow, and above the eyebrow for a gorgeous look.

FAQ’s

1. How do you apply blush and highlighter?

To apply blush, make a kissy face in the mirror and apply it to the apples of your cheeks, blending it in an upward direction for a natural flush. For applying highlighter, use a fan brush and sweep the product in a circular motion over your cheekbones, cupid’s bow, middle of your nose, inner eye, and above the eyebrow.

2. What is the difference between highlighter and blush?

Highlighter is a makeup product designed to add radiance to your face and highlight your best features, whereas blush is used to add a pop of color to the look.

3. Do you put highlighter or blush on first?

You must first apply blush to the apples of your cheeks and finish the look by highlighting your facial features using a highlighter.

4. Are all Zayn & Myza makeup products halal-certified?

Yes, all Zayn & Myza products are 100% halal certified, vegan, without any chemical nasties, Clean Label Project certified and dermatologically tested.