Brown & Blushin’: The best ever!
It’s no surprise that I love blushes. After all…I have a series dedicated to them! My belief is that women of color CAN wear blushes. And beautifully. For a long time I didn’t think that blushes were for ladies with darker hues. What was I thinking? It is! Toya from Life of a Ladybug and I are collaborating to bring you our favorite blushes and bronzers. You ready?
I’ve already done an extensive review of this blush here. I can’t put it down! Because it is a matte the color is richly intense and a little goes a long way. It is perfect for all occassions! I don’t have to worry about reapplying any on my foundation-less skin because it’s NARS…which means it is long-lasting. This is definitely my favorite blush of ALL time and is totally worth the $25 price tag. More about NARS’ blushes here.
I absolutely love Stila’s convertible colors! I mean with a passion. I actually have one in my purse right now. And there it stays. I find that it feels great on my cheeks–especially in these colder months. Not only that, but it doubles as a gloss, which I use quite often! Another steep price tag of $25 but you know I’m all about items with multi-uses so this is a splurge I can justify indulging in. More about Stila’s Convertible colors here.
I also did a post on this baby here. Okay, words can not express how much I LOVE Petticoat Mineralize Skinfinish. I don’t even understand WHY it is so beautiful. Just a sweep of a fluffly eyeshadow brush and I have achieved perfectly subtle cheekbones. It is the PERFECT highlight-enhancing my facial features. I’ve also been known to dust it only the lids too. Gosh B….$25 for this too? Yeeeep! More about Petticoat MSF here.
I did a review on this here. N.Y.C. ain’t lyin’ about this “glow”, ladies. It’s there and it is gorgeous! I also use this as a highlighter-especially on days when I don’t have too much time to do a ton of work on my cheeks. Like most blushes, a little goes a long way and gives my face instant illumination. Use too much, however, and you may get the “disco ball” effect. A fantatstic dupe for MAC’s MSF coming in at only $4.99.
“B….brown girls can’t wear bronzers!” To quote my cousins from the South, “You’se a lie!” Yes we can wear bronzers! I dedicated an entire post to them. I love them! Especially in the summer time. Golden bronzers look beautiful on brown skin. I have a friend that uses it all over and you know what? It works for her. I don’t think I would go that route as I am more brown than she is but the point is….bronzers work for us. For a nice subtle glow…scoop you up CoverGirl’s. It’s only $5.99.
Before I go….check out what I’ve been lusting after for a uh….hours.
From Givenchy’s Spring ’09 collection.
Sari Glow Iridescent Blush
How beautiful is that? This baby is $42 and is only at Sephora.
Insanity, I know…but isn’t it beautiful?
Don’t forget to check out Toya’s top blushes/bronzers.
What is your all time favorite blush? Tell me!!
Get yo glow on,
Category: Brown & Blushin'
Lucky you B to have found your HG blush, I still haven’t
I guess it is difficult for me to look for a shade that really works …I’ve found a lot that works but on days, they’re just blah 
thanks for sharing yours 
I don’t wear blush but they look great on other people.
PJD
That Givenchy blush looks beautiful! I'd love to try it out! Like you, I'm a sucker for blush & bronzers!
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Whomever told you women of color cannot use bronzers needs to chat with me! HA. We are lovely with it!!!
Nikki–> You're kidding me, right? I've seen you with a lot of blushes on and you look amazing!!
PJD–> I remember you telling me that. Don't make me come up to NYC and bully you into swiping on some blush, sis. You know I will.
BGG–> Ohmigoooodness, isn't it? It doesn't make any sense!!
Bella–> Tu sabes, mija!!!
Fab! I never use my BB shimmerbrick, I need to when I can figure out how to keep it from making me look like a shiny plastic ball.
Great reviews!
My favorite blushes are Bare Escentuals and Maybelline Mineral Power…as you can see I love mineral makeup… I have always thought about using bronzer but never have, I may have to check some out next time there is a BOGO sale at CVS (that always meshes well with my discount, lol)
i do love the nars blushes, but im a girl of colour toobut im light skinned, so maybe point out that it can be a little over whelming for those with a ligther complexion – a little goes a long way i think it’s better for darker skinned people. That being said, the Super Orgasm or Orgasm is the best bet for those lightskinned browngirls!
Cute brush, nice colour too.
get it and splurge:)
my fave blush….aargh..that’s a tough one..