I've been promising to post this for a while now, and finally I've managed to assemble a review on the NYX Cream blush in Natural. First of all, I still get excited about the fact that we can finally buy NYX products in Australia. Back when I very first developed my interest in makeup it was NYX that I was most interested in, mainly due to the youtube videos I watched where American girls would talk about the Jumbo pencils and lipsticks. Years later I finally have my hands on some of their products!
As soon as I found out that I could get NYX from Target, I immediately knew that I would be coming home with one of their cream blushes. I've heard so many good things about them, and I myself really enjoyed using cream blushes in 2013. The shade I chose was natural, a gorgeous medium toned pink that I personally feel would be wearable and flattering on a large range of skin tones.Beginning with the packaging, being a lower budget kind of brand it is hardly top of the range, but it is not laughable either. It has a simple and effective design, is sturdy and practical and serves it purpose well.
The blush itself is worthy of many praises. The texture of the blush is smooth and silky. Unlike other cream blushes I've tried the product isn't hard and does not require warming up before use. My application of choice is with the use of a stippling brush as I find this to be the quickest, easiest and most natural looking way however it is also easily applied using the fingers. I find that this blends relatively easily which is highly important for a blush as you don't want it to be uneven on the skin. It almost soaks into the skin to leave a seamless looking glow to the cheeks.The lasting power of this is, unfortunately, less than that of powder blushes but this is simply due to the fact that it is a cream blush and they, by nature, wear off more quickly. I would not rely on this if I wanted super long lasting wear, but for the average day it is satisfactory.
I've not tried wearing this on my lips as I don't know for sure if this product is designed for that kind of use, however it is likely that it would be as many cream blush products are multi-use.
These blushes cost $11.95 which is on par with other brands, but expensive for NYX compared to what it costs overseas. This is to be expected as (frustratingly) everything in Australia is always significantly more expensive. I think this is a reasonable price for the quality of the product - I am certainly satisfied with my purchase.I've included comparative swatches to all the other cream blushes I own so that you can get an idea of how the shade compares.
I am thrilled with this gorgeous blush. It quickly became a favourite of mine, and I pull it out when I want a natural but healthy and pretty flush to the cheeks. I give this 8/10.
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| L-R: Australis Flirtatious Pink, Australis Dusky Rose, NYX Natural, Essence Sending you kisses, Essence Ice bomb |
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Such a gorgeous colour! When I heard about NYX being sold in Target, it was the most exciting thing in my life haha! But sadly they dont stock NYX yet in my local Target so i havent got my hands on any of their products yet
ReplyDeleteOh no, that sucks! It was just the greatest news when I found out they were being sold in Australia! x
DeleteI definitely prefer cream blushes that stay cream - if I wanted a powder finish, I would use a powder blush - but there's definitely the trade off for wear time. These seem really nice but for now I have way too many blushes! Do you prefer these or the Australis ones?
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I agree, I adore the natural, glowy look that cream blushes give but unfortunately they don't last nearly as long. I can relate to having too many blushes! That's really tough, I seriously don't think I can choose. The Australis ones are slightly cheaper but they require warming up before use because they dry out a little if you know what I mean whereas the NYX one doesn't. I love that the Australis ones can be used on the lips and cheeks but as I mentioned I'm not entirely sure if this can. It's too hard to choose a winner! :) x
DeleteSimply gorgeous color!!
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I think so too, it's perfect! x
DeleteI find some cream blushes actually have the ability to stay on longer , but I love the nyx ones :) I always seem to forget to put on cream blushes though lol
ReplyDeleteI do too, it's because you just can't feel them on the skin and they are pretty subtle to see. x
DeleteSuch a pretty colour, sad about the lasting power though! xx
ReplyDeleteIt really is because it's just such a beautiful blush x
DeleteLovely review!! Your pictures are stunning by the way!
ReplyDeleteAww thank you!
DeleteThis shade is so pretty! I love how cream blushes can blend and melt into the skin so nicely- surprisingly enough I don't own any cream blushes :P It is unfortunate that they don't last as long on the skin, but oh well :)
ReplyDeleteHow can you not own any cream blushes?! They're the greatest! x
DeleteI love how cream blushers give a glow and look so healthy on the cheeks! I wish some of them would last longer (Stila is a good brand for long lasting cream blushers btw!), but I think I can deal with it because of their lovely finish!
ReplyDeleteGreat review and GORGEOUS photos :) I'll pick up one the next time I'm in Ulta!
They are just so natural and beautiful! Thanks for the heads up about Stila :) Aw, thanks for the feedback about the photos :) xx
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