Is the Chanel blusher that’s going viral on TikTok *actually* worth your money?
I wasn’t always a blush girl, but TikTok made me one, and now, I can’t consider my makeup routine complete without one. Since liquid blushes are having such a big moment, I was thrilled to try this viral Chanel blusher not only because of its unique formula but also because it’s priced at £42, which is probably twice as much as any other liquid blush on average (if not more).
It features a very liquid-y serum-like formula with little pigment particles, which I admit, sounds strange at first, but once applied, it feels super weightless and natural. The key is to first try and break down those particles by rubbing it either on the back of your hand or on a makeup palette and only then applying it on your face.
I opted for the brightest shade Chanel offers Intense Coral, which ended up giving me the most beautiful finish that is both pigmented and natural-looking. It genuinely feels like the perfect combo of skincare and makeup. And as someone who loves to go for a bolder look, I also found that the colour is easily buildable too. Just make sure you don’t apply it to your face straight out of the bottle without breaking down the particles first as that could result in a patchy application.
Rating: 7/10
Luca Wetherby-Matthews, GLAMOUR’s Social Media Manager
Shade: Deep Apricot
When I saw the Water Fresh blush going viral on TikTok, I was dying to get my hands on it — the product was blowing my little mind. I tried the shade ‘Deep Apricot’, an orange-toned peach colour which complemented my skin tone b-e-a-utifully. The consistency is very weird to get used to, there are specs of pigment within a clear, watery solution.
It’s only once you start blending the product out that the colour really starts to show — mixing into a sheer, glowy finish. I find that applying with your fingers is the easiest way to get a feel for the consistency and pigment, and helps blend into a super, natural glow.
Rating: 10/10
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