The Internet Swears By These Blushes—No Swatching Necessary

WHY IT MADE THE LIST
Maybelline’s Fit Me Blush has already reached cult status because despite being a powder, it’s incredibly lightweight and easy to blend. It’s also fragrance-free and tested by dermatologists to ensure safety for all skin types, including those prone to allergies.

SOMETHING ELSE TO KNOW
It’s available in eight tones, ranging from beige to orange to berry. 

WHY PEOPLE LOVE IT
This sheer, gel-based formula leaves behind a rosy, warm hue that's universally flattering on all skin tones. Thanks to the creamy and super blendable texture, it’s nearly impossible to make a mistake when applying this blush to your skin.

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW
This sheer, gel-based formula leaves behind a rosy, warm hue that's universally flattering on all skin tones. Thanks to the creamy and super blendable texture, it’s nearly impossible to make a mistake when applying this blush to your skin.

WHY IT MADE THE LIST
f you want your blush to shimmer and shine like a bronzer, you’ll appreciate the pigment payoff of Milani’s luminous blush. The superfine pigments within the vegan formula deliver a slightly glittery finish that you can easily increase with by building coverage. 

SOMETHING ELSE TO KNOW
Apply it with a fluffy brush to ensure the most even distribution.

WHAT IT DOES
This lightweight, buildable blush is simple to wear thanks to its gel-cream formula that goes on so sheer it’s impossible to overdo it. So whether you’re a seasoned makeup pro or a budding makeup beginner, this blush is easy to wear and apply. 

WHO IT'S FOR
This lightweight, buildable blush is simple to wear thanks to its gel-cream formula that goes on so sheer it’s impossible to overdo it. So whether you’re a seasoned makeup pro or a budding makeup beginner, this blush is easy to wear and apply. 

WHY WE LOVE IT
The draw to Laura Mercier’s Blush Color Infusion lies in its weightless, buildable capabilities. Infused with micro-fine powders, the formula can build from a diffused, sheer hint of color to a deeply bold color statement that lasts up to 10 hours. 

APPLICATION TIP
If you want an even more sheer application, coat the bristles of your brush with Laura Mercier’s beloved Translucent powder before dipping it into the Blush Color Infusion.

WHAT IT DOES
Designed to blend into the skin effortlessly, this creamy blush goes on light-as-air and delivers a beautiful wash of color and a natural-looking flush in seconds. 

ADDITIONAL THINGS TO KNOW
The Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Blush formula is sweat and water-resistant, so it instantly melts into the skin without separating or caking up during the day.

WHY IT MADE THE LIST
Hourglass’s hybrid blush is a unique invention that combines deeply pigmented colors with the metallic tones of its Ambient Lighting Powder to create a finish that adds as much dimension as it does radiance. Multiple, one-of-a-kind color combos result, like for instance, “a soft pink blush fused with lilac for a natural flush.”

SOMETHING ELSE TO KNOW
The proprietary technology also creates a soft focus that disguises wrinkles and other signs of aging. 

WHY IT MADE THE LIST
The problem with a lot of blendable cream blushes is that they can also create excess oil on the skin. Such is not the case with Tarte’s longwear blush, as clay helps control oil without drying out the skin.

SOMETHING ELSE TO KNOW
Though it controls oil, this blush also nourishes the skin thanks to vitamin E. 

WHY IT MADE THE LIST
It’s very easy to make a mess with liquid blush, unless you’re using Rare Beauty’s doe-foot applicator, which reviewers say does an amazing job of picking up product and delivering even swipes onto the skin. This also comes in multiple shades, as well as dewy and matte finishes. 

SOMETHING ELSE TO KNOW
The formula is vegan and contains less than 1% of synthetic fragrances. 

WHY IT MADE THE LIST
No other blush has been name-dropped by multiple celebs, mentioned in songs, and recommended by experts more than this undeniable, award-winning classic. Every shade, including the cult-favorite “Orgasm,” has a pink undertone that gives it a singular, natural-looking finish, while its ultra-fine powder pigments make smooth application feel effortless.

WHAT REVIEWERS SAY
“I mean, what can you say that hasn’t already been said? Orgasm has been my go-to blush for years. The perfect peachy pink, it’s not cheap but lasts forever. I’ve had mine for years. I know you’re supposed to replace makeup after so long, but let’s be serious—I’m using it until it’s gone lol. It looks so pretty and natural and gives me that perfect glow without being overpowering. I'll always always recommend it.”