Here’s how to nail purple blush, according to your skin tone

We’ve seen our fair share of beauty trends make its rounds this past year. There was the rage with cherry cola lips, the bed hair look that emulated an aura of ‘I-woke-up-like-this’, and the kitschy bling of tooth gems, amongst others. Enter the purple blush—the unexpected shade that’s taken over the sphere of blush.

Certain items remain a mainstay classic, and blush is one of them. It’s an essential step in one’s beauty routine, imbuing life and colour to one’s visage. When thinking of blush, warm shades of pinks and oranges may come to mind, leaving no room for purple. Despite it being an unconventional shade for blush, its track record of being versatile and radiant on any skin tone has proven itself a trend here to stay.

New to experimenting with purple blush? No fear, for picking the suitable shade is simple. We owe it to colour theory. Purple is a complementary colour to yellows and oranges on the colour wheel, amplifying warmer skin tones with added depth and contrast. Purple enhances the pink undertones of those with cooler complexions, accentuating a radiant flush on the cheekbones. Those with neutral undertones no doubt benefit from the best of both worlds. When it comes to application, “try applying with a lighter hand, and keep everything else neutral to let the blush pop,” advises make-up artist Cheryl Ow.

With its knack for versatility, the purple shade is a fresh take on the classic blush. As the festive season approaches, it’s the perfect look to explore with for the winter season. Look no further as Vogue Singapore gives you a rundown on nailing purple blush, according to your skin tone.

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For fair complexions

For fairer skin tones, opt for lilac and lavender hues. These shades make for the perfect point of entry, adding a subtle pop of colour on the cheeks without feeling too overwhelming, making it great for everyday wear.

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Dear Dahlia Petal Drop Liquid Blush

Available at Sephora

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BBIA Ready To Wear Downy Cheek

Available at Lazada

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For medium complexions

Think deeper berry shades and soft violets for medium complexions. Shades with warmer undertones help to accentuate the cheeks on medium skin tones, leaving you with a blossoming radiance.

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Tower 28 BeachPlease Luminous Tinted Balm

Available at Revolve

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Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush

Available at Sephora

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For deeper complexions

For those with deeper skin tones, true purple tones will make for a trusty companion. Plum hues and jammy shades create a beautiful contrast on the cheeks, providing the guise with a pigmented glow.

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Nudestix Nudies Matte All Over Face Blush

Available at Sephora

 

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Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Blush

Available at Fenty Beauty