How To Apply Blusher To Dark Skin

Step 1: You will need

Step 2: Load the brush

Put a small amount of blusher on the brush by gently dipping it in the blusher and tapping off the excess.

For best results, choose a medium sized soft brush to use with blusher. Synthetic brushes tend to moult so it's best to use one made of natural fibres.

Darker skin tones generally suit deeper shades of blusher. Colours such as reds, wine and orange can look fantastic depending on your particular skin tone.
Claire is using a red shade to suit her skin tone.

Step 3: Apply the blusher

Smile. This reveals the apple of your cheeks making your cheekbones easier to see. Sweep the brush just below your cheekbone going away from your nose.

Step 4: Repeat

Repeat the on the other side of your face. Make sure the blush is applied evenly on both sides by repeating as necessary.