Best blushers for south Asian skin
MAC Peachykeen blush
MAC is a fail-safe brand and their powder blush in Peachykeen is comfortable to wear and easy to use. The corally-pink shade is great for lighter-olive skinned individuals. It’s long lasting and lightweight, blends easily and can be built upon. MAC also offer different bases so you can get a sheer, satin or shimmer depending on what finish you want.
The Pink is on the right and the Coral is on the left.
If you’re looking for something high-end, then a blush from the Dior Backstage Collection is a good choice. There are two options: Pink and Coral and both look beautiful on brown skin. The Coral provides a warm, sun kissed glow while the Pink gives a bright pop of colour. Both blend well, are good quality and smell wonderful. They are sheer and have a nice texture that settles well on the skin.
Nars Orgasm Blush
This audaciously named blusher is by far, one of the most popular because of how universally flattering it is and because of the naturally-flushed look it delivers. A soft pink, it has a touch of shine that creates a glow and helps add definition. The blusher glides onto skin smoothly and stays on all day. You’ll look fresher and younger with it!
The Light palette is on the right and the Dark palette is on the left.
If you’re looking for something customisable then Elf’s powder blush palettes are a great option. There are two palette options; light and dark and each option has four shades that allow you to mix and match to create different looks. Both options look create on brown skin, although the dark one may be better suited to more dusky tones while the light to fairer ones. They have a good pigmentation, last all day, are easy to apply and at £3.47, are extremely good value for money. The brand is also cruelty-free and vegan.
Storm is on the right and Puff is on the left.
Much has been said about Glossier’s Cloud Paint; as a gel-cream formula, it is different to the typical powder compact. This gives it a light-weight feel that blends deeply into the skin and creates a lit-from-within glow. For brown skin, Puff, is a light pink that gives a healthy pop of colour while Storm, is a deep rose colour that creates a nice holiday glow. The brand is also cruelty-free.