Sweet Cheeks
“This shade works year-round; it’s how I apply it that changes. I use it sparingly in the winter. Now that it’s getting warmer—and I just got a spray tan—I go a little stronger.” – Jane Larkworthy, Beauty Director
Nars Blush in Orgasm, $30, narscosmetics.com.
“This peachy shade has the perfect punch of pink, adding just enough color to my fair skin without looking too summery.” – Sarah Leon, Web Editor
bareMinerals Blush in Cheerful, $19, bareescentuals.com.
“My skin is so pale that it is hard to find a blush that looks natural. With its satin finish, this peachy-pink shade gives me some color without making me look like a clown.” – Kat Herriman, Digital Editorial Assistant.
Make Satin Finish Blush, $25, weseebeauty.com.
“My rule of thumb for the freshest-looking skin in the world is to pick the brightest possible color and apply it with the lightest possible touch. This all-natural tint is easy to sheer out and go super subtle.” – Katie Becker, Beauty Editor
RMS Beauty Lip2Cheek in Beloved, $36, rmsbeauty.com.
“The peachy pink make my pale skin look lightly sun-kissed.” – Christina Caldwell, Digital Director
Laura Mercier Second Skin Cheek Colour in Poppy, $25, lauramercier.com.
“It adds a hint of pink to your cheeks, and is super moisturizing—great for a dewy look.” – Erin Simon, Photo Producer
Josie Maran Argan Color Stick, $22, josiemarancosmetics.com.
“This blush’s translucent sheen is just the thing for Spring.” – Nora Milch, Accessories Editor
Nars Blush in Albatross, $30, sephora.com.
“As an ex-Californian, I have finally come to terms with the fact that I no longer have a year-round tan. I’ve traded bronzer for blush, and embraced the look of rosy cheeks on pale skin. I love Per-fekt’s Cheek Perfection Gel in Blushed. It goes on a bit bright, but layer a powder luminizer on top to tone it down, and you’ll look like you’re glowing from within.” – Mia Adorante, Associate to the Fashion and Style Director
Per-fekt Cheek Perfection Gel, $28, perfektbeauty.com.