Let me confess - I’m blush obsessed . At one point, you could even say I suffered from blush blindness. I was constantly chasing that perfect flush, convinced that just one more swipe would get me there. Blush is, without a doubt, my favourite part of my make-up routine. It’s the final touch that brings everything together, the cherry on top.
So, when I heard about the buzz surrounding Rare Beauty’sSoft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush - a blush and highlighter hybrid - I was intrigued. Combining the two in one product? Genius. This has quickly become my go-to make-up finisher because it delivers everything. The colour pay-off is spot-on - noticeable but still natural - and the real magic lies in the shimmer. It’s not chunky or glittery; it’s a soft, pearlescent glow that catches the light in the most flattering way. Your cheeks don’t just look flushed - they look lit from within.
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I wear the shade Happy, a soft pink that adds a natural, luminous finish to my cheeks.
Pros
- Combines highlighter and blush
- Blends well
- Healthy glow
- Buildable colour
- Light feel
- Cruelty free
Cons
- Might emphasise texture
- Wish there was gold shades
I’ll admit, I was hesitant at first. Gold highlighters have always been my comfort zone since they complement my skin tone so well. But I decided to take a leap of faith and try the shade Happy - and it truly lives up to its name. The vibrant pink brightens my complexion and the versatility is unmatched - it’s just as perfect for a soft daytime look as it is for a more defined evening glow.
I really put it to the test on a night out, dusting it on my cheeks and lightly under my brow bone. When I pulled out my digital camera for a quick picture, the way it caught the light was unreal. My skin looked glowy in that effortless, ‘I just have great skin’ kind of way - no flashback, no harsh shimmer.
What sets this blush apart is how effortlessly it blends. It melts into the skin, leaving a wash of colour with a natural sheen and, because it’s buildable, you can control the intensity.
Honestly, I’m struggling to find more ways to sing its praises. If you’re a fellow blush lover or just someone looking to simplify your routine without sacrificing impact, you need to try the Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush. It leaves you glowing, in every sense of the word.
Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..