Illamasqua Powder Blusher, Katie

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The latest expansion of our bestselling Beyond range features 3 super-pigmented shades in a shimmer elixir, to allow for an ultra-blendable glow. Firstly, I’m going to talk about Shard, the blood redish purple lipstick which I can’t get enough of it.

Our Pro Mel Barrese , Illamasqua’s Head of Education is here to tell you her top 3 products to mix Beyond Liquid with. It’s a very young and innocent kind of pink, and I like to wear it when my eye makeup is a bit heavier or smokier than normal. Apply using Blusher Brush 1 for colour on the centre of the cheeks, or using the new Blush Up Brush for more definition and contouring. In terms of skintone, I’m very fair and wear the lightest shades in nearly all ranges of foundations on the market.Totally customisable, these blushers can be applied dry for a subtle look, built up for a bolder blush or applied wet for a more powerful colour payoff. In fact, I’ve neglected to use any of my peachy-pink blushes, coral blushes, and anything that isn’t even remotely pink. I could probably find one if I really scavenged but would prefer to use a blush I can easily repurchase.

Katie is very matte and a little on the chalky side, whereas Nude Pink is very blendable but more blue-toned with a brighter finish.All spring and summer long, I was all about the peachy-coral blush, but now it’s time to break out the dusky, berry colours for cheeks…yay! It looks quite brown in the pan but it translates to a really lovely warm pink that I think looks great against pale skin tones. It’s such a warm, flattering colour with a very subtle satin finish which stops it from looking too harsh on the skin.

In fact, the blue-toned, milky pink color is actually quite bright and can look too doll-like if applied with a heavy hand.

The downside is that these shatter easily so they're not good for bringing out with you for touch-ups or travel. This highly pigmented powder blusher deposits intense colour onto your cheeks to brighten up your face and make it come alive. Perhaps this is because I think pinks flatter my skintone more — but, regardless, I’ve found a new pink-favorite. This community is a friendly space for those with or working with paler complexions to trade tips, offer advice, share recommendations and ask for assistance finding, exploring and experimenting with makeup and skincare that complements lighter complexions.