6 of the best blushes that’ll wake your face right TH up
Whether it’s a powder, cream or a gel, the Cosmo gals have fleshed out the best blush formulas and cutest colours, from bold corals and soft pinks to warm peaches and iridescent illuminators.
Whether it’s a powder, cream or a gel, the Cosmo gals have fleshed out the best blush formulas and cutest colours, from bold corals and soft pinks to warm peaches and iridescent illuminators.


Milli, Editor-in-chief
Hourglass Ambient Strobe Lighting Blush, Dhs205 at Sephora
Speckled with lum

Sara, Social Media & Video Executive
Essence 30 Breathtaking, Dhs16 at carethy.net
If, like me, you have an olive skin tone, then shade 30 Breathtaking is for you. The pigment is so impressive; it’s really easily picked up with a brush, so I rarely have to dip in twice. And can we just talk about the price, people? Dhs16. Yes. S-I-X-T-E-E-N D-I-R-H-A-M-S. Deceased.

Nini, Editorial Assistant
Fenty beauty Cream Blush in Daiquiri Drip, Dhs105 at Sephora
The Fenty beauty cream blush formula blends so beautifully into the skin with the prettiest dewy finish. It has reddish undertones, rather than pink, I apply with my fingertips for a gorgeous coral glow. As a dark skinned girl, I really don’t have the luxury to play with different shades – especially when it comes to blush -, so this deep orange shade stood out so beautifully on my skin without clowning me up.

Frankie, Junior Assistant
Clinique Cheek Pop, Dhs147 at Faces
Clinique Cheek Pop in Berry Pop gives that effortless ‘just-pinched’ look, and has a super silky formula, too. It works really well when layered, and doesn’t give a powdered finish, no matter how many times you top up. It’s definitely one of my make-up bag staples.

Yasmin, Junior Assistant
Benefit Dandelion Blush, Dhs156 at Sephora
Benefit Dandelion blush has been my go-to since…well, I can’t even remember! It’s super pigmented, boasts a seriously long life expectancy, and works well on top of every other make-up product. It also matches every skin tone, so really, it can do no wrong.

Sonam, Contributing beautry editor
Tower 28 BeachPlease Tinted Balm Dhs75, Revolve
A tinted balm formula infused with plant-based ingredients to gives cheeks a healthy and dewy hue. The skin-loving blush not only makes your cheeks pop but is the perfect multi-tasker with buildable coverage that can be used as lip balm and eyeshadow for that natural sun-kissed all over blush and glow.
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