Most of us know by now that when it comes to having the perfect makeup look, it’s all about finding your right match, whether it’s bronzer, foundation, or blush. However, sifting through blush at your go-to beauty retailer can feel similar to using a dating app while at college or in a major city: the options are seemingly endless. Like dating, in order to find “the one” when it comes to this category of makeup, you have to test the waters to figure out what shades, textures, and finishes you prefer. Are you looking for a cream blush to top off the perfect no-makeup-makeup look? Or are you searching for a powder formula with heavy staying power?
To whittle down the dizzying amount of blushes you might be considering, we’ve curated some of the best ones in powder, liquid, cream, and gel form that will give your skin a natural-looking flush, all while staying in place all day long. Whether you want a silky matte powder that buffs into your skin for a pop of color or a formula that doubles as a highlighter that will give you an endless glow, you’re bound to find what you’re looking for on this list.
Check out our picks for the best blushes of all time, ahead.