Remember that scene in Willa Wonka when Violet turns....violet? That’s not the look we envision when we suggest a purple blush. The secondary color is often cast aside for peaches and pinks, but we’re here to tell you that the hue (and all its variations) is actually quite flattering on multiple complexions; it just takes a little know-how to choose the right tone.
FAIR
Paler skin demands a lighter, fresher tint of purple; think lilac paired with shimmering gray eyes. The mix of blue, lavender, and orchid purple in Anna Sui’s highlighter/blush hybrid is ideal for fair faces.
Beautylish recommends:
ANNA SUI ROSE CHEEK COLOR IN MYSTIC ROSE
MEDIUM
In mid-toned skin types, a creamy tint of muddled violet can brighten and enhance golden and olive undertones. MAC’s new Evening Stroll lip and cheek tint looks lackluster in the pot, but is surprisingly radiant when patted on the cheeks.
Beautylish recommends:
MAC CASUAL COLOR IN EVENING STROLL
DEEP
Darker skin demands a stronger, purer hue of violet to complement its rich complexion. Illamasqua’s Powder Blusher in Morale balances the right mix of violet and pink, with a shimmering base.
Beautylish recommends:
ILLAMASQUA POWDER BLUSHER IN MORALE
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Comments
Oct 09, 2012
Suaad D.
Violet coloured blush is one of my faves and has been for a while :) I luv wearing it on myself and I opt either for violet cheeks OR lips :)
Aug 11, 2012
Kristen W.
I would have never thought of this. I can see where it would be gorgeous. Certainly something I want to look into trying :)
Jul 08, 2012
Charnell C.
Purple is my favorite color and I use Milani's Mauve colored blush. It's gorgeous!
Jul 07, 2012
Kimberlee S.
I tried just with purple eyeshadows n came out amazing! I do not own a light purple blush that's why.
Jul 04, 2012
Grace M.
Purple blush is gorg...its berry tones are complimentary on most skintones when applied with a light hand, and built up...I love it on everyone...the key to remember is that rich blushes are universal, just be sure to use the right brush...stippling brushes are magic on lighter complextions, as well as cream blushes...for richer complexions a paddle brush works, like the MAC 116, or anything compareable to that.
Jul 04, 2012
Zoe C.
I've always wanted to try a purple blush!
Jul 04, 2012
Ter G.
I love my MAC Blush Ombre in Vintage Grape!
Jul 05, 2012
Jasmine P.
Jul 05, 2012
Ter G.
Oct 09, 2012
Suaad D.
Jul 04, 2012
Gift belle mademoiselle A.
Luv it!
Jul 03, 2012
Yumi R.
The Anna Sui one looks gorgeous! I used purple eyeshadow on my cheeks when I was Lydia Deetz for Halloween once haha
Jul 03, 2012
Icequeen v.
hove to give it a try