We’ve been on the hunt for the perfect peach blush to embrace this season’s hottest look.

Trends come and go, but there are some so simple (and timeless), that everyone can get on board. While most of us stick to tried and true pink for our spring time makeup fix, delicate and softer tones of peach are actually far more flattering to most skin tones. With a warmth that mirrors more of a she’s-born-with-it flush, you can sport a cheeky, fresh glow with minimal effort thanks to these natural peach blushes.

5 Ways To Do Peach Blush, Naturally!

1. Ilia Multistick – I Put A Spell On You

You might be familiar with Ilia for the lipsticks, but its multitasking sticks are also worth a look. Best serving as blush, the creamy formula glides on with ease but is still dry enough to have staying power (and not melt in your bag in the seasonal heat!). I Put A Spell On You is a punchy peach which you can dab onto cheeks on the go for a quick color lift, or build up for a more noticeable pop of tangerine.

2. Lily Lolo Cheek Duo – Coralista

Not many people do mineral makeup like Lily Lolo, so when the company launched duo pressed blush, we were paying close attention. This gorgeous kit doesn’t just look the part, but lives up to Lily Lolo’s self-set standards and then some. With two peachy perfect shades, you can go matte with the darker shade alone, or add a touch of radiance with the illuminating highlight. With a soft and featherlight texture, you’d be forgiven for thinking this blush was more pricey than its super affordable price point.

3. Kjaer Weis Cream Blush – Precious

Masters of eco-luxe makeup, it’s no surprise Kjaer Weis is hot on the peach trend with its offering Precious. A dreamy, pastel peach, reach for this when you want to channel some serious sixties vibes. The ultra buttery texture makes it easy to apply as little or as much as you desire; the more you apply, the more pastel it begins to appear rather than brighter, compared to most blushes. The finish is fresh and youthful and sits equally as beautiful on bare faces as it does on made-up ones.

4. Gressa Lumiere Luminous Complexion Fluid – Amelia

A cross between peach and grapefruit, there’s no shortage of juicy color here. A little different from your usual blush, this liquid vegan formula, not only covers your blush needs but leaves skin feeling hydrated, too. We can all use a little extra of that, right? The color is incredibly concentrated, so although the bottle appears small, a little goes a very long way. The results? Vibrant and dewy, but blends so seamlessly that it creates an I-woke-up-like-this freshness you won’t be able to get enough.

5. Antonym Cosmetics Baked Blush – Peach

If you’ve been looking for the natural beauty world’s answer to MAC’s marble blushes, it’s time to take Antonym for a spin. Baked to transform from a cream to a fine powder, the vegan formula is lightweight and non-cakey. Best applied with a big fluffy brush, this multi-dimensional peach blush is a great option for an all-over, natural looking flush.

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Striving for that sheer rosiness, super natural, lit-from-within glowing skin? It’s probably the most sought after beauty look of all. There is one thing that infuses the complexion with radiance. And you likely are not doing it.

A real lit-from-within glow comes from, well, within. If your inner radiance is refusing to shine through, this tip is going to change your life. Or at least, the liveliness of your skin.

As seen on spring runways, like Michael Kors, fresh, glowing skin is in. You apply foundation. You apply blush. If the look is more ordinary than wow, here’s what you do. Switch which product you apply first.

Confused? If applying blush before foundation seems like brushing your teeth before breakfast, think about this. A flawless complexion with vibrant color shining through? Promise you’ll love it. Here’s what you’ll need and how to go about getting a super natural looking glow.

Products and Tips to Lit-From-Within Glowing Skin

A cheek stain is the ideal product for getting the most out of this look. It is texture-less, non-greasy, stays put, and offers rich color. Try Bohemian Beatnik Organic Lip and Cheek Tint. Liquid and cream foundations, like Vapour Organic Beauty Atmosphere Soft Focus Foundation, work well over liquid tint.

Cream blush offers a more intense color. RMS Beauty Lip2Cheek in Beloved is spring-worthy. For best results over cream blush, use powder mineral foundation like W3LL People Altruist Mineral Foundation.

Application steps: (1) Apply your skincare and concealer to clean skin; (2) Next apply blush to apples of cheeks, and blend upward and outward; (3) Now apply foundation to your face over blush.

Another beautiful feature to this top secret beauty trick? You can do pretty much whatever look you want with the rest of your makeup because your glow looks like it’s all you. Statement lips, anyone?

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The sculpted makeup look ala KK’s clan has been as hot as full brows were in the ’80s. Oh yeah, on fleek brows are still hot, but could the whole ultra-defined thing be taking a backseat to a more natural look this season?

Going for a simpler, less time consuming look feels right, especially for spring beauty (it’s here sooner than you think!). Still, most makeup lovers shudder at the thought of pale skin and invisible cheekbones. Even ‘no makeup’ makeup calls for a hint of color. We are not talking bare here, but back to basics. As in, good ol’ blush.

Yep, this (practically primitive) makeup item appeared on runways for the spring shows (Marchesa featured a pretty pink) and is primed for its comeback. And with makeup trends of 2016 calling for a healthier, more natural look, blush couldn’t be more perfect for the job.

Feel blush on its own has to be boring? This flushing beauty is more versatile than you may think. Cream, stain, powder, stick. Pink, peach, gold, bronze, plum. All you have to do is find what works for you and you’ll be blooming with spring-worthy glow in no time.

Blush Basics (for Not-So-Basic Blushers)

Cream or Powder? All skin types can pull off either choice, but powder can make drier skin look older, and cream can make oilier skin slippery and shiny. The nice thing about cream blush is the dewy glow it gives to skin. A little goes a long way, so cream can be layered for a soft or more intense look. It can also double as a lip color. Powder is a quicker application and you don’t have to deal with color on your fingertips.

What About Stain? Cheek stains (or tints) offer a more intense color and have staying power. These products work on all skin types, though can make larger pores more visible.

How to Choose the Right Blush Color

This is important. Enhanced natural glow is what we are going for here, not baby doll cheeks or ‘90s bronze streaks.

Fair Skin: Rose gold, like Tata Harper Volumizing Lip and Cheek Tint in Sweet, works well on fair skin with pink undertones to match the tone without bringing out too much pink. For fair skin with yellow undertones, try a peachy pink, like Vapour Organic Beauty Aura Multi Use Blush in Tender.

Medium Skin: Medium skin tones with yellow undertones look great paired up with a neutral mauve. Try Alima Pure Satin Matte Blush in Geranium. Medium skin with pink undertones need the warmth of apricot, as seen in W3LL People Universalist Multi-Use Colorstick in Satin Blood Orange.

Dark Skin: Olive skin tones look fabulous in a straightforward peach or tangerine. May we suggest Kjaer Weis Cream Blush Compact in Sun Touched. Darker tones can pull off a deeper plum or raisin hue, like Vapour Organic Beauty Aura Multi Use Stain in Enchant.

As for applying blush? We love this handy tutorial by the gals at Birchbox on how to apply blush by face shape.

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Celebrate the first blush of spring by leaving dark winter clothes behind and opting for soft hues of pink.

At first blush, it seems like spring is here to stay. Before we bring out those summer whites, let’s go through a transition period where we leave those dark solids of winter behind and instead opt for different hues of pink. There is no right or wrong, every shade of pink is equally on trend this spring. Combine your pinks with other pinks or soft beige hues for that sweet spring look that we are all so craving right now.

Hewn Ring with Ruby by Dawes Design
Jennifer Dawes’ exquisite jewelry combines her love of ancient civilizations with current cultural influences to make pieces that are modern with a distinct heirloom quality. All pieces are handmade to order at Dawes’ studio in rural Sonoma County, California. Available in 18k yellow, white or rose gold.
$1,950.00, Green With Glamour

Cosí Nero Quasi Blue Short Jumpsuit
Part of eco-fashionista Livia Firth‘s selection for shopping site Yoox, this jumpsuit by Italian designer Federica Martin Wedard sneakily looks like just a pretty dress from the front. When seen from the back, you realize it, indeed, has legs. It’s made from 100% organic cotton bio-satin and decorated with hand-painted brush strokes.
$648, Yoox

Angle Tee by Indigenous Designs
This tee by Indigenous Designs is fairly made in Peru from 100% organic cotton jersey and dyed using low impact dyes. The delicious raspberry pink color makes it the perfect match for a pair of pale pink shorts (see below). The flattering V-detail in the front gives it a twist that is part super hero part vamp. We like.
$53, Indigenous Designs

Balance Heels by Olsen Haus
One thing you don’t want to do is finish off your blushy outfit with a black pair of heels, it’s way too harsh and takes away from the soft look we’re going for. Instead, opt for a pair of nude heels like these vegan beauties from Olsen Haus. The silver strap creates a nice contrast with the cork heel without demanding too much attention.
On sale for $90, Mission Savvy

The Short Short by IOU Project
A pair of pale pink shorts is definitely a must-have this summer. The IOU Project produces unique, handmade apparel based on fabrics handwoven in India. Each IOU garment has a QR code, which you can scan to find out more about the artisans who made these shorts – probably one of the few times when transparency is a good thing when it comes to shorts.
Approx. $87.50, IOU Project

Zoya Nail Polish in Jessika
Nail polish is without a doubt one of the biggest trends right now and it’s a really fun and easy way to pull an outfit together. Just make sure you reach for the non-toxic stuff, like this nail polish from Zoya. This hue is called Jessika and is a flattering girly pink nude that’s both professional and adorable.
$8, Zoya

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