Milani Baked Blush, Dolce Pink

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I recommend using this affordable brush from e.l.f. to apply the Milani baked blushes on the apples of the cheeks. Diversity and individuality aren't just buzzwords for Milani—they're part of the brand's core mission, and have been since it launched. "We create makeup for every shade, attitude, and style and have done so since the very beginning, way before inclusion and diversity was a hot topic," Tall explained. The brand's motto is "Luxe for All," intending to make luxury quality products at an affordable price point. "We are targeting the multicultural makeup enthusiast who believes diversity and beauty are intertwined," says Tall. They want to promote the concept of wearing makeup because you want to, not because you need to, by using innovative, top-of-the-line formulas, and for every skin tone, without compromise. The brand prides itself on being cruelty-free and is developing its portfolio of vegan products consistently. Another difference between blush and baked blush is baked blush can actually be applied wet or dry to achieve a more intense color payoff. Traditional powder blushes tend to be chalky, less pigmented, and can sometimes be difficult to work with since they are made with dry ingredients like talc. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492), Red 7 (CI 15850), Ultramarines (CI 77007)

I love to use this one as a highlight shade on top of other baked blushes for a gorgeous glow or by itself for a more soft, romantic makeup look. So today I’m super excited to be sharing swatches of The Best Milani Baked Blush Colors, sharing my recommendations for the best Milani blushes for fair skin, and my full review and breakdown of why you need to add the Milani baked blushes to your makeup collection ASAP! Milani Baked Blushes Swatches & Review That being said, with the influx of new blushes on the market, it can be overwhelming to figure out which ones are best for you. From matte powders to dewy cream formulas and so much more, the options often feel endless. So, to help you choose a blush (or several) that's right for you, we researched and tested some of the most popular and highly-rated formulas on the market. We've taken shade offering, formula, application, finish, and wear into consideration when evaluating them, and ahead, we're sharing the ones that impressed us the most.Keep reading and scroll to the end of the post to see swatches and photos of all these gorgeous blushes, as well as my recommendations for the best Milani baked blushes for fair skin. Milani Baked Blush FAQ’s Rose D’ Oro Ingredients: Mica, Talc, Dimethicone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Silica, Polysorbate 20, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Isohexadecane, Sorbitan Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 80, Hexylene Glycol, Tin Oxide, Nylon-12, Sorbitan Oleate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate One small feature that I rarely use but is a charming add-on is the second compartment under the blush that holds a little brush and mirror to make the application on the go easy. I must say I have never used the brush as it does feel very cheap and scratchy, and I rarely find myself without my blush brushes anyway. However, the mirror is always a nice touch despite it being very small! Application Nothing against concealer or mascara, but blush might very well be our desert island makeup must. It’s one product and step in your routine that can take your complexion from looking dull to full of life in seconds. According to New York City-based makeup artist Taylor Fitzgerald, blush can create so many effects on the skin depending on where you place it. "Blush on the apples for a natural flush, above the cheekbone for a lift, or apply it on the nose for a sun-kissed finish," she adds.

Because it’s a little brighter/deeper in tone it might be better suited for medium to dark skin tones. I love that depending on what type of makeup brush you apply it with, you can get a completely different looking finish.

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Lauri Minc, a former art teacher in East Los Angeles, founded Milani under one principle: “Beauty is something that is alive, real, and should be accessible to everyone.” Wanting to make high-end cosmetics at a drugstore price, Milani started as a brand for multicultural consumers, devoted to bringing beauty to those who often went overlooked at the beauty counter—the brand was one of the first to showcase diverse models in-store. May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Red 7 (CI 15850), Red 6 (CI 15850), Ultramarines (CI 77007),Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985) This bright pink and gold blush is a SHOWSTOPPER and beautiful for adding a pop of color to the cheeks in the spring and summer months.

Baked blush is made through a process of slowly pouring cream products on Italian terracotta tiles and baking in the sun until dried. When the process is complete, the blushes are a beautiful, marbled, multi-dimensional finish that reflects light and gives your skin the most perfect, beautiful, natural glowy shimmer. Dolce Pink, Luminoso, Corallina, Red Vino, Rosa Romantica Ingredients: Mica, Talc, Dimethicone, Isopropyl Palmitate, Polysorbate 20, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Isohexadecane, Sorbitan Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 80, Hexylene Glycol, Tin Oxide, Nylon-12, Sorbitan Oleate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica +/- May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Red 7 (CI 15850), Red 6 (CI 15850), Ultramarines (CI 77007),Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985) Blush isn't always super long-wearing, especially formulas that are really emollient. And if you don't need to your makeup to last all day long, then this doesn't matter. But if you're someone that prefers long-wearing makeup or your buying blush for long days or special events, opting for a formula that doesn't fade throughout the day is key. Some of our favorites that have impressive lasting powder are the Nudestix Nudies Matte Cream Blush and the Haus Labs Color Fuse Talc-Free Powder Blush. As someone that has never really ventured into the world of baked blushes (or bronzers too if I am honest!) I was pleasantly surprised with this product. I have always been frightened of overdoing it and making it look like I have covered half my face in highlighter yet these blushes do not give that effect. They are wonderful at achieving that healthy, youthful glow which brightens up any look. The shimmer in these blushes catches the light gorgeously. I also found that these blushes will last for hours especially when set with a good setting spray such as Urban Decay All Nighter. Shades

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Baked blushes are also more pigmented and are finely milled for a beautiful marbled, multi-colored finish that gives your skin a gorgeous shimmer and natural-looking glow. This light pink and rose gold blush makes a beautiful blush for medium and deeper skin tones or the perfect highlighter for more fair skin tones. Berry Amore, Bellisimo Bronze Ingredients: Mica, Talc, Dimethicone, Nylon-12, Isopropyl Palmitate, Polysorbate 20, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Isohexadecane, Sorbitan Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 80, Hexylene Glycol, Tin Oxide, Sorbitan Oleate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica +/- May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Red 7 (CI 15850), Red 6 (CI 15850), Ultramarines (CI 77007) Baked blushes, on the other hand, are made from dried out cream products, giving them a softer, velvety texture that more easily blends on the skin.

Milani Baked Blushes have a beautiful matte shimmer finish that adds the perfect blend of color and luminescence to the skin. In-store selection can often be limited to only a few shades and I’ve found drugstores tend to be higher priced vs. purchasing online. How Does Milani Baked Blushes Perform?

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When doing the Milani baked blushes swatches, I wanted to show the difference of how the blushes look in natural, everyday light and in direct sunlight. Berry Amore, Bellisimo Bronze Ingredients: Mica, Talc, Dimethicone, Nylon-12, Isopropyl Palmitate, Polysorbate 20, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Isohexadecane, Sorbitan Stearate, Lauroyl Lysine, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 80, Hexylene Glycol, Tin Oxide, Sorbitan Oleate, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Silica Blushes come in tons of different formulas, from matte powders to dewy creams and more. Ultimately, the best one for you depends on your preferences and skin type. If you prefer working with powders, but you like a luminous finish, opt for a powder formula with a bit of shimmer, like the Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush. If you have dry skin or you like a super dewy, hydrating formula, go for the Tower 28 BeachPlease Lip + Cheek Cream Blush. It gives your skin the most beautiful peachy glow and many users claim it’s a total dupe for the more expensive NARS Orgasm blush.