Liquid Blush Is the Secret to a Natural Glow, and These Are Our 15 Favorites

Best Liquid Blush

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Finding the right blush presents a bit of a Goldilocks situation. It used to be powder versus cream, but recently, liquid blush has become a major contender. And while "all three formulas are fantastic,” according to celebrity makeup artist Min Min Ma, "liquid blushes last longer on the skin and [leave] a stained glow-from-within look.” Even better, they’re incredibly versatile. Ma says liquid blushes are "especially great for someone on the go who doesn’t want to touch up their makeup throughout the day, during warm and humid weather, and for oily or combination skin.” 

These blush formulas are unique in that they’re also versatile in how you apply them. "You can use it on top of your foundation or underneath, directly onto moisturized skin," explains Ma, adding, "the latter creates more of a subtle effect." Depending on the formula, you may only need a teeny bit for maximum results, too. "To apply, simply apply two to three tiny dots on the apples and high bones of your cheeks, and blend it into the skin with your fingertip," explains the makeup artist.

Ready to find your just-right blush? Here are 16 formulas to consider for a natural, long-lasting look you’ll absolutely love.

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1. Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Soft Pinch Liquid Blush

2. Nars Liquid Blush

3. Jane Iredale Beyond Matte Lip Fixation Lip Stain

4. Chantecaille Cheek Gelée Happy Hydrating Gel-Cream Blush

5. Giorgio Armani A-Blush Liquid Blush

6. Benefit Cosmetics Benefit Tinted Cheek & Lip Stain

7. Glossier Cloud Paint

8. Flower Beauty Blush Bomb Color Drops

9. Surratt Beauty Artistique Liquid Blush

10. Saie Dew Blush Liquid Cheek Blush

11. Nyx Professional Makeup Sweet Cheeks Soft Cheek Tint Blush

12. Natasha Denona Puff Paint Liquid Blush

13. Ilia Color Haze Multi-Matte Pigment

14. Freck Beauty Cheekslime Blush + Lip Tint With Plant Collagen

15. Maybelline Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush

16. Chanel Les Beiges Water Fresh Blush

This article was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

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Lindy Segal is a freelance writer, editor, and content strategist based in New York City. She's originally from Atlanta, but she's sorry to report she doesn't have an accent. However, she does still have her taste for carbohydrates, love of losing sports teams, and fear of driving during rush hour. She's been in editorial for over eight years as a social media manager and writer covering beauty, fashion, and lifestyle at Glamour and People. Most recently, she was the women's editor at Express. These days, in addition to Who What Wear, you can see her byline at places like Harper's Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, Ipsy, and WeWork. Both a skincare obsessive and a minimalist, she keeps her routine short, sweet, and effective—and she doesn't go a day without sunscreen. She's also deeply passionate about sustainability, and she strives to recommend products she truly believes are worth the investment. When she's not writing about the best and brightest beauty finds, she can usually be found hunting for vintage and secondhand treasures, attempting to find zen at a yoga class, bingeing Bon Appétit YouTube videos, or napping under her weighted blanket.