Enhancing Facial Shape by Using Blush!

To achieve the best look while applying any kind of makeup, it is always a good idea to consider the shape of your face. This is especially true when it comes to applying blush. Whether we are talking about a long, round, square, or oval shaped face, there are a few tips that can help you enhance the shape of your face simply by using blush.

Enhancing Facial Shape: Narrow

For those with a long, narrow shaped face, the goal will be to create the illusion of width. To do this, first apply blush to the apples of your cheeks, then extend the color outward toward the ears. For some added width, you may also apply a very thin layer of blush across the middle of your forehead and along the line of your chin.

Enhancing Facial Shape: Round

The goal for those with a round face is two fold. Aim for the illusion of a thinner face, while at the same time avoid highlighting the rounded sections of the cheeks. To do this, start by applying the blush slightly above the apples of your cheeks, and blend just a short distance in the direction of the nose. To complete the look, add just a bit of color under your cheekbone following the jawline.

Enhancing Facial Shape: Square

When it comes to a square shaped face, the hope is to soften the angle of the cheeks. To do this, first apply the blush to the apples of your cheeks, then blend straight out toward the temples. If you also wish to soften the angle of the jawline, you can lightly apply some blush from the chin to just below the ears.

Enhancing Facial Shape: Oval

No special contouring is needed when it comes to those with an oval shaped face. Simply giving some color to the apples of your cheeks will add a healthy glow to your face. For a more pronounced glow, you can also add a small amount of blush to the bridge of your nose.

It becomes much easier to apply blush correctly once you know a few tips geared toward the shape of your face. By applying these simple application tips, anyone can enhance the shape of their face with blush – no matter which shape your face happens to be.

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