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Confession: I was alittleobsessed withpurplegrowing up.

Suffice it to say, I was immediately on board whenpurple blushstarted making its way onto the beauty scene.

Close up of actor Vanessa Hudgens wearing berry-colored blush

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Meet the Experts

Why Does Purple Blush Work?

The beauty of purple, when it comes to blush at least, lies in itsundertones.

“The pink tone brings out that flushed look in your skin,” she explains.

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Nars

Sticking to cooler tones and lighter hues with pink tints keeps the color from feeling overwhelming.

Plus, it’s perfect for everyday wear.

Think a matte and velvety texture that lasts for hours on end.

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Clinique

The color immediately sheers out upon utility but can be built up for more impact.

Those undertones also complement the olive and golden undertones many medium to medium-tan complexions have.

They feature impressive color payoff, a naturally luminous finish, and extended wear time.

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Tower28

Layer the creamoverthe powder to recreate Ta’s artistry technique.

Glassy Lilac is a eye-catching orchid shade that will look especially gorgeous on olive skin tones.

Beauty Eclipse Cheek & Lip Stick in Standing O

R.E.M.

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rom&nd

It’s infused with ultra-hydrating ingredients likejojobaseed oil for a skin-like texture that’s luxuriously blendable.

We love the shade Standing O, a deep burgundy wine that straddles the line between red and purple.

Faith is a matte, deep berry hue that packs a serious punch on darker complexions.

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About-Face

How to Apply Purple Blush

Per Greenberg’s expert advice, don’t overthink things.

“you could apply purple blush like any otherblush,” she explains.

Henney likes using a slightly dense but fluffyblush brushto diffuse and blend product onto the skin.

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Patrick Ta

As for placement, apply the blush directly to your cheekbones.

Blend in an upward sweeping motion to add more depth and dimension to the face, Greenberg suggests.

you’re able to even sweep it toward the temples for a more lifted appearance.

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Haus Labs

“I love my hydrating lip balm The Bloss in The Nude One.

It gives you the most subtle color with a high-gloss finish to compliment any look.”

Meanwhile, Henney prefers to lean into that boldness.

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R.E.M. Beauty

“I also love lip gloss.

My go-to is the CremeSheen Glass from MAC.”

After all, makeup is all about self-expression and individuality.

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Nudestix

So take our suggestions as just thatmere suggestionsand let your creativity run wild.

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Rare Beauty

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Kulfi