APPLYING BLUSHER

a subtle sweep of blusher will lift your cheekbones
and enhance your face. It is applied after
foundation, although if you have clear skin you
could wear it on its own. Blusher is one of the hardest
cosmetics to apply and must be blended perfectly
to ensure there are no harsh edges - using a good
brush will make it easier. Choose the color carefully:
The right shade will make you look healthy, while the
wrong one will drain color from your face.

1- Whcn applying blusher,
avoid overloading die brush
- excess blusher will give a
harsh, clumsy effect. First, pick
up some color on the brush
and tap the brush gently to
get rid of any excess-

Brush blusher in an upward direction along the cheekbones a,=nd blend well

2- Using sweeping upward
strokes directed toward
the top of your ears, apply
blusher to the apples of t
checks in a teardrop shape
with the thinner part at the
top and the wider part pointing
toward your nose. Blend into
your foundation and at the
hairline, without brushing
any color into the hair.

3- if you think you have put on too much
blusher, brush over with a little
translucent powder (see page 77) to tone
down the color. Once you have finished
the rest of your makeup, check that you
have applied enough blusher and. if
necessary, add a little more.

Tips

• For «slightly more girlish look using
timer powder or cream blusher, apply
circles of blusher on the apples of your
checks (see above) and blend well.
• Cream blusher, which glides on
easily, can be used lo create a more
natural look and works well with liquid
foundation. Pick up some color on your
fingertips and apply to the cheeks in a
teardrop shape. Blend In using a gentle
circular motion.

THE FINISHED EFFECT: Blusher has been
used to enhance the shape of the face and
lift the cheekbones, while lips have hern
lightly brushed with a related shade.