Way back in February, I say that like it was years ago instead of just last month, I participated in a photo-a-day challenge. Well, I thought about participating in a photo-a-day challenge and I occasionally actually did participate but honestly I missed more than I did, c’est la vie. One of the prompts in that challenge was “Blush Stash” instead of doing that prompt I kinda did my own little prompt and showed instead my “FAVORITE Blushes”. Before I tell you what my favorite Blushes are, feel free to watch the YouTube video below, or if you can’t see it click here.
Favorite Blush #1
If you’ve read my 10 Best Benefit Products post then you already know that Benefit’s Feelin Dandy is a favorite product of mine. I like the boxed set as a whole because it gives you a deluxe sample of Posie Tint, High Beam, Dandelion Lip Gloss and Dandelion Blush. However, even without the set Dandelion Blush is a great blush. It’s a soft flat peachy color that adds just a bit of color to the cheeks without out putting a lot of shimmer there with it. I use this one when I’m wanting to add just a bit of color back to my cheeks after my foundation.
Favorite Blush #2
If you look closely at the blush you can see where it kind of slopes down in the middle, that’s because I use the Benefit Hervana Boxed Blush all the time. Although, thinking about it that says a lot about this blush, I use it so much yet I’m only just now getting that slope. Looking at it you might be a little confused as to how exactly you’re supposed to use it, you actually just take your brush and swirl it all around and then apply to the cheeks. I’ve done that every time I’ve used it and as you can see it hasn’t bled hardly at all. As for the color of the blush, once applied it gives a bit more of a flush to the cheeks than Dandelion does but it’s still not hugely noticeable.
Favorite Blush #3
I got my first set of Tarte blushes in a set from QVC this past Christmas from the Hubs. They have both quickly moved into my favorite blushes. Besides the pigmentation, which is out of this world, the staying power alone would make them anyone’s favorite blush. However, what really gets me is the color choices. Pampered is this gorgeous deep coral peach shade. Like the previous two blushes this one doesn’t have any shimmer in it either which I really like. Tarte Pampered just adds a nice healthy flush to the cheeks.
Favorite Blush #4
Now the previous three blushes have all been flat with no shimmer. However, let’s face it sometimes you just need a little shimmer in your life. When I want just a hint of shimmer I immediately reach for Tarte Savored, it’s a dusky rose shade that has a hit of shimmer. I love this for times when I’m only wanting a small amount of shimmer or if I know that I’m going to be wearing a shimmery highlighter with with my look.
Favorite Blush #5
I saved the best for last. Those times when I’m wanting more shimmer or a blush that just looks glamourous I reach for my Dior Rose Diamond. If you’ve been around the site for awhile then you know that I had to hunt for this blush. I first saw it when a YouTuber I follow mentioned the bronze version of this product, when I looked it up and saw the Rose Diamond verison I KNEW it had to be mine. However, by the time I found it Sephora had sold out online. Two Sephora’s later I had it in my hands after picking up the last one on the shelf. Knowing it had been discontinued I was actually tempted to offer to purchase the test model, I mean I could sanitize it right?…don’t judge me! Back to the blush itself, it adds a really nice pink flush to the cheeks and the shimmer isn’t overboard so much as it’s just super glamourous.
I never wear blush, but these are good to keep in mind for sure! I guess I don’t wear it because I don’t know a lot about putting it on!
That Dior blush looks so nice! I love the different tones – perfect for summer!
That Dior Rose diamond looks beautiful. I like how the shades are slightly different so you can really pick which one you want to use or in the mood for.
Fabulous blush picks!!! As for myself I absolutely am inlove with the Dior, but then again when it comes to Dior makeup, there are few things I haven’t liked 😉
Thanks for the recommendations! My blush is on its last leg and I am searching for a new one to try 🙂
I tend to love matte blushes lately because they are so easy to apply and tend to stay on me even when I am chasing my boys all over the place. Will definitely check out some of your suggestions.
I love Dior’s blushes. Some of the shades make you look like you just ran in the park on a cold morning! Those are my favorites.
What a great way of describing them! I love those ones as well 🙂
I’ve never tried any of these blushes but have heard people rave about Tarte. I’d personally want to try to Dior because it looks so shimmery and pretty!
I am pretty boring when it comes to makeup. I have been wearing Mary Kay since middle school and have always liked it. I wear the same blush every day. I did like the one above that was shimmery…might think about something like that for special nights out!
What pretty blushes. They all sound so lovely! I like the color variety.
I have so much trouble deciding on a blush, both brand and color. Right now I have a shade from Sephora that works.
These look like nice blushes. I don’t wear a lot of it, but sometimes it’s nice to have that added color.
All woman would love this and you had a really great make up.
I need to get better at keeping more make up on hand!! These all sound like great blushes!
Wow I love this stuff! I really love doing make up.
I can’t go anywhere without blush, I feel like I’m naked if I do. I’ll check out your suggestions and maybe I’ll find a favorite one for me.
I love Dior Blush: it is a bit pricey but lasts longer. I never tried the other ones, I will be curious to try them
I am staring to understand how a little bit of blush makes a big difference. I love the look of the Dior blush.
Thanks for a great review! I don’t use many blushes, but those Tarte blushes look great! I really like your video, it’s so informative!
I’m trying to wear the basics (blush, eyeliner, mascara, lip gloss) when I go out this year. It was my new year’s resolution. Thanks for this post, I will have to check a few of these out! Right now I just use Lancome…. the same one I used for my wedding 8 years ago!!
I don’t wear makeup, so I find this very helpful. Thanks for the rundown.
This sounds like a great blush. I don’t wear any makeup, but I will tell my friends about it.
These blushes look great. I love the swirled blush. Thanks for sharing.
I’ve been addicted to the NAKED palette for some time. I need to get to the store and grab one or two of these!
Thank you! I always wondered with those ones with the swirls if you were supposed to try and just get one color or what, lol. Now I know 🙂
I love Tarte cosmetics. These are all great choices for blushes. I need to start wearing more blush.
ooooh I want that Benefit box. So pretty!
I do like Tartes cosmetics! I haven’t tried the blush yet as I am terrible about applying it. Once I get it down though, I would love to wear it!
Oh, and thank you for letting us know that it doesn’t have shimmer in it. I HATE when my face sparkles from makeup!
Thanks for sharing! Benefit and Tarte are two of my fave brands!
I’ve love doing a photo a day challenges! The Benefit blush is my favorite – actually Benefit Cosmetics in general are my favorites!
I’m pretty clueless when it comes to good blushes. These all sound really good though!!
Ooh I love your picks! Tarte blushes are my favorite!
I think the Benefit Hervana Boxed Blush is my favorite if your list. It looks neat all swirled like that!
Thanks for the tips! I’ve only heard of one of these brands.
I hardly ever wear blush as I naturally have a lot of color on my cheeks but when I do wear it I like it to have some shimmer. I tend to use blush more in the summer to even out the color on my face from too much sun.
These look like great blushes. I used to use my blush as an eye shadow as well.
Blush is not an every day staple for me, but I do prefer a bit of color on my cheeks for fancier occasions. I don’t think you can go wrong with anything Dior.
I’m going to have to check these out. I’ve been sticking with my tried and true Neutrogena blush and bronzer combo lately.
We have such similar taste Cassie! Benefit blushes are my go to blushes, followed by Tarte. Both have wonderful shades and colour pay off and last all day.
I love to wear blush – the Dior blush you shared at the end looks so pretty!
I don;’t wear blush too much. I think because I don;t know how to properly apply it.
I enjoy seeing your favorite blushes and hearing how well they wear, how they make you feel (after all, it should be about each of us feeling better for wearing them!), and knowing you’re really using them. I go crazy when a favorite product is discontinued – you brought up that situation with a smile. When I think of a blush stash, I think of a drawer filled with products I tried but for one reason or another never used again. Your favorites are proven by the pictures.
These are great colors. I like your choices.
Glad you found blushes that work for you! I have the hardest time finding my shade!
I have never in my almost 30 years worn blush. I love the colors, and the ones you have are gorgeous but I never know what kind, color or type to get so I’ve stayed away! I’m glad you’ve found some that you like!
Also, your bird is gorgeous! We have a cinnamon conure and I just love conures to bits!
I’ve actually gotten that comment (I don’t know what color or type) a lot on this post. I think I’m going to do a “How to Wear Blush” post in the near future to help some of you out.
Cinnamon conures are SO pretty. Ducky is actually one of three birds in our house. We also have a cockatiel and a green cheek conure who is SUPER mischievous.
I am a blush moron. I have rosacea, and I’m always trying to LIMIT the pink and red in my face. If I could get it under control, I think I’d be a peachy color. 🙂
The Dior Rose Diamond is a pretty shade. I’ve never tried Dior makeup but I do know it’s a high quality name.
The Dior palette is gorgeous! I can see why it is one of your favorites. I’ve also leaned towards Mac products for bronzer and blush color, but I get so annoyed at their stores when they are busy that I am looking to switch to another brand. Thank you for the suggestions! I always feel like I am flying blind trying to find new, GOOD make-up.
Thanks for the tips. These are all great brands. Such pretty shades.