I Saw This $19 Blush BTS During NYFW—Now It's My Favorite for Dreamy, Dewy Makeup

If you were tapped in for all things New York Fashion Week in September, you'll know that there were no shortages of stunning makeup looks on the runway. As beauty editors, it is our jobs to be one with the fashion week chaos to go behind the scenes and discover the trends that will be popping up down the line.

One of my final NYFW pit stops was the PatBO Spring 2026 show. I found myself immediately captivated by how stunning the models looked while wearing some of Morphe's must-have products. The brand's Signature Lip Pencil, Lip Filter Hydroplump Soft Matte Lipstick, and Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio really stood out to me. And while I'm totally game to try new lip products, anyone who knows me knows how much I love dewy makeup and blushes that give me a glow.

After seeing the way these blushes looked on the models (like in the photo below—stunning, right?), I knew I had to try them out for myself. If you're curious to know how this multitasking beauty buy holds up, read on for my full review.

About The Blush

The Morphe Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio is considered a multitasking, multi-finish face palette. Each one comes with three kinds of formulas: a cream, a balm, and a velvet powder. This allows you to customize the kind of finish you want. You can use each one on its own or you can use all three. It's currently available in seven shades ranging from red and plum tones to light pinks and browns.

Each are meant to be easy to build and blend while also nourishing your skin with ingredients like avocado oil for added hydration, mango butter to soften skin, and phytomucin, which has antibacterial and brightening properties.

How I Used the Morphe Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio

Applying the Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio was extremely straightforward and easy. I started by prepping my skin using Tatcha's The Dewy Milk Moisturizer. This is currently one of my favorite moisturizers and you can read my full review here. While I let my moisturizer settle, I went ahead and did my brows using the Benefit Goof Proof Waterproof Easy Shape & Fill Eyebrow Pencil and Mighty Fine Brow Pen. Then, I applied my Maybelline Fit Me Natural Finish Concealer—once that was done, it was time for blush.

I tried two of the seven shades available, opting for tones that complemented my skin tone best. The first was the shade After Party. I quickly gravitated toward this shade and really wanted to see how well the formulas layered, so I decided to start with the velvet powder first. I applied it to the tops of my cheekbones, closer to the eye area, and slightly up my temples using a blush brush. I topped it off with the satin cream (found at the top of the palette) and luminous balm (the highlighter found in the middle slot).

The second shade I tried was Beach Bonfire, and for this one, I decided to take a slightly different approach. I prepped my skin in the same way, but instead, I started with the satin cream then built up to the powder followed by the balm on top.

The Results

I was very pleased with the results of both blushes. I really enjoyed the shade After Party because it's similar to what I would typically reach for and it gave me that perfect slightly-sunburnt look that I like. I honestly wasn't sure how I was going to feel about Beach Bonfire because it's a bit more peachy, and I typically don't go that route, but I was surprised by the final look.

As mentioned earlier, I applied the blush in two different ways. Ultimately though, I found that following the cream-then-powder method worked best to get the level of vibrance I wanted. Either way, these colors are very pigmented and long-lasting but still easy to build without going overboard.

Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio in After Party

Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio in Beach Bonfire

Is the Morphe Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio Worth It?

I absolutely think the Cheek Thrills Multi-Finish Face Trio is worth it. For less than $20, you're getting a three-in-one product, and I love that you don't necessarily have to use all three formulas to get the look you want. One of the biggest issues I have with some blushes is that they doesn't last or the color fades after a few hours, so I was pleasantly surprised to find that these blushes held up well throughout the day.

It also eliminates the need to carry highlighter in your makeup bag, which is ideal for anyone who lives an on-the-go lifestyle. Plus, the packaging is very chic. Finally, I appreciate that there are seven different shades available. As someone who got to see these blushes in action during New York Fashion Week, I could tell you that these shades truly compliment a wide variety of skin tones. I'll definitely be adding this to my daily routine moving forward.