What To Do If You’ve Put Too Much Blush

When it comes to applying blush, sometimes it can be good to have too much. However, sometimes it can go wrong. Don’t worry if you overcommit and use too much rose color: your entire beat can still be saved.

While the extreme blush of the 80s is trending on TikTok, most people prefer a more natural-looking flush. It’s difficult to apply blush correctly, especially if you’re a heavy-handed user. Powders demand control, whereas liquid solutions require fast blending. Here’s what to do if you’ve used too much blush, according to Mind Body Green.

How to deal with your blush when you’ve overdone it?

Here are some simple steps to fix your blush if you’ve applied it a little too much.

#1. Don’t pick up a makeup remover yet

When you’ve applied too much blush, the first thing you should do is avoid reaching for a makeup wipe. Don’t panic and grab one immediately. You can always fix it as is. To remove extra blush, use a damp cosmetic sponge or stippling brush instead.

#2. Buff away

According to Mary Irwin, a celebrity makeup artist, the easiest approach to remedy “overapplication” is to use a clean fluffy brush. Use it to blend away the excess blush. Do that if you use powdered formula. To properly distribute the product, lightly swirl your brush over the cheekbones. The bristles will also aid in the removal of excess pigment from your skin.

Once you’re happy with your appearance, set it with a setting powder or spray to make your makeup last longer. Beauty Bakerie Spray Your Grace Setting Spray, Fenty Beauty What is Dew Makeup Refreshing Spray, and Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray are among Cosmopolitan’s top selections.

#3. Lightly remove the excess color

Lightly swipe and twist your makeup sponge or stippling brush over the places where you applied too much blush after wetting it. This will remove the excess product without completely removing your makeup. Additionally, use the back of your hand, and tap a small amount of foundation onto a brush or sponge. Buff and mix it in until your skin looks even.

#4. Use a BeautyBlender

The majority of cosmetics addicts have a BeautyBlender in their collection. To blend blush well, dampen the sponge and use gentle taps or bounces. Also, you can avoid smudging your makeup base and having to start over by using a BeautyBlender. Powder formulations work well with this strategy. However, if you don’t have a BeautyBlender, the BioPure sponge is a good alternative. It’s a more hygienic and environmentally friendly version of their signature pink sponge.

#5. Apply foundation or concealer over it

Buffing won’t help if you’ve used a cream or gel composition. Rather, dab a dot of foundation or concealer on the affected area and mix it in. A great suggestion for liquid blush users is to use it before foundation. As a result, you’ll get a more natural and diffused flush.

#6. Opt for a cream blush for next time

Using a cream formula rather than a powder is the finest suggestion for keeping your blush in check. Always apply cream blushes on the back of your hand first, then dip a brush or sponge into the product that way. Also, you can regulate how much product actually goes on your face with this technique.

How to apply Blush correctly?

One of the finest ways to give your skin a healthy shine is to use blush. While bronzers and highlighters can help, a well-applied blush is unbeatable. Here are some great tips from Good Housekeeping for applying blush flawlessly every time.

Start with a clean base.

If you want to use a powder blush, make sure your skin is clean and hydrated so the powder can adhere to it. Always wash and moisturize your face first. Dry (or oily) skin doesn’t hold makeup as effectively as healthy. Thus, exfoliate and clean your skin to blend the makeup better and make it last longer.

You can also apply a primer to extend the life of your lipstick. It prepares the skin and creates a non-slip canvas for makeup to last all day. Additionally, apply powder blush over your makeup if you’re wearing a full face.  Layer blush on top of foundation or a tinted moisturizer to level out your skin tone. Moreover, give the blush something to stick to if you don’t want to invest in another beauty product.

Find the right shade

Going too bright or dark can make you look older. Therefore, when it comes to blush, choose a shade that is the closest to your natural tone. You can find it out by pinching your cheeks. On most skin tones, a peachy-pink tint like the cult fave NARS Blush in Orgasm is flattering.

Blush isn’t a one-size-fits-all product. Thus, you need to find the correct color to complement your skin tone. Instead of giving you that warm, youthful glow, something too dark or too brilliant can actually age you. The idea is to pick something that’s near to your natural flush, which you can figure out by pinching your cheeks.