Healthy-Looking Radiance Can Be Bought, and I Can Prove It With These Products

I’ve always said that my obsession with dewy formulas may as well earn me a whole degree—and if there’s one product category where that fixation shows, it’s blush. There's nothing I love more than a radiant cheek paired with a healthy wash of colour, and glowy blushers help me achieve just that.

Whether it comes in the form of a cream blusher or a liquid tint, the right dew-boosting formula can create a gorgeous three-dimensional finish, blur blemishes and instantly elevate even the most lacklustre of complexions. Better yet, they're universally flattering on everyone and make for a great blusher option for mature skin.

I also love that the kind of glow you're getting is anything but greasy or sticky. Rather, it's a subtle lit-from-within finish that you wouldn't get from your average highlighter. Plus, the creamier consistency takes the guesswork out of application, making it just as suitable for makeup veterans as it would be for beginners.

But here's the catch: not every glow-promising blush lives up to its claims. Some are patchy and some lack pigment. Below, I've put together my tried-and-tested edit of my favourite formulas to date. Better yet, I've also taken the time to quiz esteemed MUAs to reveal their top tips and tricks for seamless application.

What's the Appeal of a Glowy Blusher?

According toJamie Coombes, Dior Makeup International Pro Artist, "The glowy blush trend is a versatile look that celebrates healthy, radiant skin. It's about looking fresh from within and effortlessly put together. A glowy blush is a powerful tool that adds life and colour while also highlighting the reflective quality of naturally flushed, hydrated skin."

"It can also give the skin an ethereal three-dimensional finish, which isn't something you can easily achieve with a mattifying formula," shares celebrity makeup artist Ciara O Shea.

What Are the Best Glowy Blusher Formulas?

As far as formulas go, celebrity makeup artist and brand founder Charlotte Tilbury shares, "A creamy, balmy blush formula infused with light-reflecting pigments is perfect for that gorgeous, glowing blush look."