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Byrdie / Ally Hirschlag / Alyssa Kaplan / Jasmine Phillips
If youre looking for a cream blush in a convenient stick, we can’t recommend theRhode Pocket Blushenough.
I cant quite tell if Im proud of or embarrassed by my oversized stash.
The powder is lightweight, blendable, and has buildable pigmentation with a satin finish.
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you’re free to apply each one separately or layer them for a customized look.
Both formulas apply and blend seamlessly and have impressive staying power.
Another major component we love about this pick is the shade range.
Theres truly a shade for everyone in this lineup.
Each one has a unique marbled design, swirling two shades together to create beautiful dimension.
We also adore the shade range.
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The payoff is natural yet detectable on the skin and blends gorgeously with my other makeup.
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We recommend applying one dot on each cheek and building up from there, if necessary.
A little goes a long way, for sure.
The incredibly fine and weightless texture never looks powdery or chalky on the skin like some powder blushes can.
Its buildable pigment blends easily overfoundation, making it especially perfect for blush beginners.
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But if you find a color you love, we think youll be more than pleased with the formula.
It blends out beautifully and looks like it’s airbrushed when you’re finished.
The formula is pigmented and can be sheered out or built up.
Byrdie / Jasmine Phillips
It applies smoothly on bare skin and layers over foundation without a hitch.
It also has impressive lasting power that doesnt fade throughout the day.
The packaging is chic and compact, and we found the system intuitive.
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Although there are only six shades in the lineup, the colors available suit a range of complexions.
From neutral rose to bold watermelon, theres enough variety to complement different skin tones and makeup looks.
It comes in eight distinct shades, from fuchsia pink and fiery orange to deep berry and bronzy brown.
Byrdie / Ally Hirschlag
My cheeks always look bouncy, radiant, and healthy while wearing this formula.
The lightweight powder applies smoothly and evenly.
It has buildable pigmentation, so the more layers you add, the more color payoff you get.
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This blush never looks heavy or glittery on the skin; the radiance is quite sophisticated.
But weve found that building up the blush slowly almost always yields a stunning result.
I love that the formula is smooth and buildable, and never looks glittery.
Byrdie / Caitlyn Martyn
This blush is fantastic, and the adorable pocket-size packaging is only the beginning.
We also love the shade range.
Once you blend this one in, it lasts for hours on end without fading.
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We also appreciate the buildable pigmentation.
Each color offers intense opacity, making the range excellent for those with deeper skin tones.
In the pan, it’s buttery smooth and blends into the skin for an airbrushed, skin-like finish.
Byrdie / Alyssa Kaplan
It felt hydrating and didn’t cling to any dry spots.
It melted into my foundations and skin tints and didn’t cause patchiness.
Its not the most long-wearing option, though its thin, creamy consistency makes it super easy to reapply.
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Just one dot of this liquid color is enough to give your cheeks an intense flush.
Once set down, this liquid gold lasts all day long without creasing or fading.
She has been a writer and editor at Byrdie since 2022, covering all things beauty.
Alyssa has tested dozens of cream, powder, and liquid blushesincludingevery oneon this list.
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