How To Use A Chisel Blender Brush
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What is it
- Medium-sized, dome-shaped brush with natural bristles.
- Specifically designed for applying blush to the apples of your cheeks. Sweep the brush upward toward your temples for a natural flush.
What You'll Need
- Blush in your desired shade (powder or cream).
- Medium-sized, dome-shaped blush brush with natural bristles.
- Mirror.
- Optional Highlighter contour.
Get Your Face Ready
- Ensure you've completed all your foundation and concealer steps.
- You should also set your face with setting or loose powder if using a powder blush.
- This creates a smooth canvas for your blush application.
Hold the Brush Properly
- Grip the handle of the dome-shaped blush brush near the middle.
- Holding it too close to the bristles can make your application too heavy, while holding it too far away can make it difficult to control.
Load the Brush
- Dip the brush into the blush pan, picking up a moderate amount of product.
- If you're using a cream blush, swipe the brush gently across the surface of the blush.
Remove Excess Product
- Tap the brush lightly on the edge of the blush pan or on the back of your hand to shake off any excess product.
- Too much blush can make your makeup look overdone.
Find Your Starting Point
- Look in the mirror and smile to find the apples of your cheeks.
- When you smile, these rounded areas pop out and are the starting points for your blush application.
Apply the Blush
- Place the brush on the apples of your cheeks.
- Use a sweeping motion to glide the brush upward toward your temples.
- This helps lift the face and creates a natural-looking flush.
Blend, Blend, Blend
- Keep sweeping the brush gently, upwardly, until the blush is well-blended into your skin.
- Ensure there are no harsh lines or patches.
Assess and Add
- Step back and look at your work.
- Is the blush even on both sides?.
- Does it look natural?.
- If it's too intense, you can diffuse the color by gently going over it with a clean powder brush.
Optional Add Highlights or Contours
- If you like, apply some highlighter above the blush area, near the high points of your cheekbones.
- If you're into contouring, apply the contour shade below the blush, near the hollows of your cheeks.
Always clean your blush brush regularly.
- Use a proper brush cleaner or gentle soap and water wash to maintain the bristles and avoid bacterial buildup.
- A well-applied blush can dramatically enhance your features, giving life and depth to your overall look.
- If you apply too much blush, don’t panic.
- Use a clean powder brush or makeup sponge to blend it or soak up excess product.
Following these steps and tips, you can master using a blush brush for a beautifully flushed look. This skill is vital for Drag Performers aiming for a professional-level makeup finish.