Watercolor blush, to feel like a painting
How to achieve the technique that is taking over the red carpets
G-Club
March 10th, 2025
March 10th, 2025
Do you know the effect of watercolors on paper? That delicate gradient where the colors seem to blend and mix harmoniously, creating a soft, almost ethereal effect. Well, the watercolor blush is inspired by this effect, but applied to makeup.
Watercolor blush: what is it?
The watercolor blush is based on the use of blush that, instead of being applied intensely or sharply, is blended lightly, just like watercolors on a canvas. The goal is to achieve a natural and luminous result, with a wet effect that gives the skin a healthy and fresh look. The color is blended in such a way that it almost merges with the natural tone of the skin, avoiding harsh or defined lines. The watercolor blush technique is often achieved with cream or liquid products, which can be easily blended and layered to achieve the transparent effect reminiscent of watercolor.
Watercolor blush: how to do it
Creating a watercolor blush to achieve a delicate and luminous effect, similar to a watercolor stain, is really simple. The goal is to create a gradient of color that flows naturally on the skin. To achieve this effect, choose a liquid or cream blush, which blends better and gives a more natural appearance compared to powder blushes. Opt for a delicate and natural shade, like antique pink, peach, or coral. Start by applying the blush on your cheekbones, using a brush, a blender, or directly with your fingers. Blend the product well for a soft effect. Then, take a blush that is one or two shades darker than the first one and apply it to the center of your cheeks, blending it gently so that it merges with the blush already applied. The final effect should be a gradient that creates a delicate transition from the more intense part to the softer one, just like a watercolor. To achieve the wet effect, apply a face gloss or a liquid highlighter on top, and the look is complete!
The perfect products for watercolor blush
MAKEUP BY MARIO - Master Secret Glow
30,50 €
NABLA - Two Reasons
25,00 €
NATASHA DENONA - Hy-Blush
46,00 €
YSL BEAUTY - Make Me Blush
50,00 €
PIXI - On-the-Glow SuperGlow
23,50 €
MAKEUP BY MARIO - Master Secret Glow
30,50 €
NABLA - Two Reasons
25,00 €
The products needed to recreate the watercolor blush are essentially three: two blushes in different tones of the same color and a highlighter. Here are the products we recommend!
