Baked blush
Not every girl considers blush an essential element of daily makeup. Some even refuse this type of decorative cosmetics, because they do not understand the appropriateness of its use or do not know how to shade it correctly, resulting in the effect of a “matryoshka”.
Blush, as makeup artists say, should be present in every lady's makeup bag. It is with their help that you can rejuvenate and revitalize the skin, make it fresher and more attractive, emphasize the sculptural features of the face. Makeup that lacks this component looks more faded and unfinished.
Over the past few years, much attention has been paid to the production of baked decorative cosmetics. Baked blush attracted the attention of contemporaries and is in great demand.
What it is?
Baked-type decorative cosmetics appeared on the modern market relatively recently, but have already managed to find a response in millions of hearts. Modern girls liked it so much that today it is in even greater demand than similar products manufactured in dry form. This means that the number of sales of such a product is quite large.
The main feature of such blush is the method of their manufacture. A certain amount of dry blush is poured into a special container, which is then placed in the oven, where literally “baking” takes place.The temperature regime averages about 40 degrees Celsius. According to various sources, the maximum allowable temperature should not exceed 60 degrees. The process of "baking" is long, it can take 12 or more hours.
Advantages
In addition to the peculiar manufacturing technology, baked-type blush has a number of characteristic features in comparison with similar means of a different type. The main advantages of baked decorative products include the following points:
- silky and delicate texture;
- characterized by bright and juicy shades, which, when applied, give the most natural tone;
- thanks to the use of a special manufacturing method, the product retains all the beneficial properties of the ingredients used;
- unlike conventional compact blush, they are applied evenly and are easily shaded;
- cost-effectiveness: due to the densely compressed texture, the consumption of such blush is insignificant, with proper use one box will last for several years;
- high durability: they do not roll down and are not erased throughout the day;
- hypoallergenicity: surprisingly, baked blush is suitable even for those girls who have a possible allergic reaction to, for example, powder blush;
- suitable for all skin types, and a rich palette of shades allows you to choose the most successful and suitable product for your appearance.
How to choose?
Each time faced with the choice of the next decorative cosmetics product, you are faced with a dilemma: buy something already tried and tested, or take a chance and try out some new product for yourself. Often, this is how acquaintance with a new product in the cosmetics market takes place.Baked blush is gradually becoming a sales leader, leaving blush-highlighters, liquid, cream, and dry versions in the form of powder in secondary positions.
Great demand creates supply. This is what happened with baked-type cosmetics. Blush became popular, which prompted manufacturers of decorative cosmetics to significantly expand their range of products. To date, the palette of shades of baked blush is able to satisfy the wishes of literally every client. It should be noted that in most cases, all shades have a natural tone.
When choosing a color for a decorative coating, it is recommended to follow three basic rules:
- Matching the shade of blush and lipstick - helps to make a more expressive makeup.
- For fair skin, light-colored blush is suitable, but for girls with dark skin, it is better to give preference to a darker palette of colors.
- Choose a blush based on your skin tone and skin tone.
Baked blush is presented in stores in a wide range. Among the many manufacturers of decorative cosmetics, there are: Pupa, MAC, Artdeco, L'Ambre, Eva, Elf, NYX, Milani, YIN, Limony, Bourjious and others.
How to use?
Applying blush is the final stage of makeup. Only lipstick, according to the recommendations of makeup artists, is best left in the end, so to speak, to make the final touch. There are two methods for applying baked blush:
- Dry;
- Wet/moist.
Based on the name, it already becomes clear that for the second method you will need to slightly moisten the sponge or brush. That's the whole essential difference between these two methods. However, the final result has a more visible contrast.With the wet method, the decorative coating on the skin appears stronger, so this method is recommended more for evening makeup.
Also, do not forget that the blush will go on more evenly and have a more natural tone if you first apply a base and foundation to the skin of the face.
Depending on the quality of the product, not every product needs to be updated within a day. When choosing high-quality cosmetics and applying them correctly, you will look fresh with a natural blush for about 10 hours.
If you still have doubts about whether you can independently cope with the task of how to apply these funds correctly, then use the “cunning” advice: smile. Of course, a smile is the first sign of a good mood, and it is she who sets the tone for the whole day. But in this case, a smile has a completely different meaning: during a smile, many facial muscles are involved in facial expressions, and you will immediately see how “apples” are formed on the cheeks and hollows stand out, which should be emphasized with blush.
Just like dry or cream, baked blush is applied according to the shape of the face. Determine what shape your face has (round, oval, triangular, square or rectangular), and, using the advice of professional makeup artists, highlight the main points, gently blend the cosmetic product - the makeup is almost ready.
For more information about the rules for applying blush, see the following video.
Reviews
Any new product that appears on the modern market of the fashion and beauty industry immediately attracts everyone's attention. This happened with decorative cosmetics made using the "baking" technique.Many girls immediately decided to try out the unique cosmetics for themselves and were not disappointed.
About a dozen years have passed, and baked blush is still the bestseller. Reviews are mostly positive. Of the minuses, there are negative comments regarding the cost of this product. Yes, unfortunately, cosmetics, for the manufacture of which more complex and innovative methods are used, often cost an order of magnitude higher. However, the inflated cost will pay off in full, as the product will last a long period of time.
There are also negative reviews that the blush crumbles slightly when typing with a brush, thus staining clothes. To avoid such trouble, it is recommended to change the brush. Unfortunately, many brands, including very famous ones all over the world, rely on the quality of a cosmetic product, forgetting that the brush must match the main product. In addition, do not forget about the quality of decorative cosmetics. Still, it is better to purchase products of those brands that have been manufacturing and selling quality products for decades.
Baked decorative products pleasantly surprise with durability and economy. As the users note, it is enough to draw a minimum amount of product on the brush in order to have a beautiful and natural tone on the cheekbones throughout the day. Blush can crumble if you often wipe your face or prop your cheek with your hand.
Among the variety of assortment presented in stores, the lion's share of praise goes to baked blush firms Pupa and Bourjois.
In particular, Bourjois Blush praised for its rich variety of shades. Girls note in their reviews the cost-effectiveness of the consumption of cosmetics.However, they negatively comment on the quality of the brush that comes with the blush. With a professional application brush, this product will become an indispensable item in your makeup bag.
According to the quality of the product and the number of positive reviews, baked blush is considered one of the best. Pupa "Like a Doll Luminys Blush". A pleasant and delicate texture, which is not felt at all on the cheekbones, lasts for a long period of time and is distinguished by shades that are as close to natural as possible. The shimmer included in the composition does not create excess shine, but only gives off a slight shimmer. A more generous application of this blush is a great option for evening makeup.