Many people don’t believe me when I tell them that Orange is a universal shade that works for Woman of Color. It’s almost as taboo as saying that all women can wear red lipstick, which they can. Plus I’ve already shown you how to rock a fabulous red lip like Taylor Swift in this post. Orange is a power color so I can see why it can be intimidating to wear. On darker skin tones, the color Orange truly shows it’s powered as it enhances even the deepest of browns helping the skin to look youthful and alive. One rule of thumb to keep in mind when wearing orange is that the lighter you are the less color you’ll need. My collection of Orange blushes is pretty large and ranges from shocking oranges to light corals as I try to keep hues on hand that can be worn throughout the entire year.
Like Reds, orange blush comes in many different undertones and finding the perfect one for you will just take a little experimenting. When picking an orange blush pick one that is opposite the color of undertones in your skin. To learn your undertones look on the inside of your wrists, or at the palms of your hands. They will either be yellow or pink. If your skin has more yellow/gold undertones try out a peachy coral. If your skin has cooler undertones try out an orange that has bluer undertones. Don’t be afraid of the bright bold color as they look gorgeous on women with darker skin tones like Lupita Nyong’o. If you find yourself to be more of my complexion your right in the middle and any shade will work for you. Below I’ve listed nine shades of orange blush that I love. While this not a complete list of orange blushes I hope that you can find a color you love and wear it proudly.
1. MAC Cosmetics Virgin Isle Cream Color Base: (Cream) Wear alone for a dewy finish or layer with your favorite foundation or blush to create the perfect look.
2. Kevyn Aucoin Pure Powder Glow Blush in Fira: (Powder) Fiery Red Orange with Satin Finish
3. Stila Convertible Color in Gladiola (Cream)
4. Make Up For Ever HD Blush in Tangerine. (Cream)
5. Sleek Makeup Blush By 3 in Pumpkin: (Powder)
6. NARS Cosmetics: Torrid (Powder with Shimmer)
Darker skin tones should also try NARS Taj Mahal
7. Estee Lauder Pure Color Blush in Naughty (Matte powder)
8. Maybelline Master Glaze Blush in Coral Sheen
9. Milani Rose Powder Blush in Coral Cove
I love this list, I usually do mine around Mar/Apr with Blushes and Bronzers for ebony complexions, my list gets longer and longer….. you must try Nars Exhibit A, it will change your life!
Totally agree, love Exhibit A!
And also love the article with the tips, orange is def my fav colour, gonna try these ones 🙂
I have the Coral Cove from Milani & NARS Taj Mahal, they’re gorgoeus!!! The MUFE blush is definitely on my must get list
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I honestly never wear blush, but this has me reconsidering. The Milani packaging looks cute, but the Mabelline is probably easiest for me to apply.
I love orange! I’m glad that you say that everyone can wear it ‘coz I agree!!
Love this post! So happy to see so many cruelty free options mentioned
Taj Mahal is my favorite. Orange is definitely a gorgeous shade on us. 🙂
Great recommendations for orange blush! I have a couple of these myself.
I love peach- and orange-based blushes. My favourite is probably Givenchy Le Prisme blush in In Vogue Orange. There are four hues of orange so I can deepen or lighten the orange as I like.
Orange blush looks fab on you. I love orange and coral blush.
I love anything orange/coral/peach!
The MUFE and Milani blushes are some of my faves! I’m dying to try out some products from Sleek!
I just started wearing orange blush last summer because I loved how it gave me a summer glow. Honestly I never even considered wearing orange blush until I recieved it in my IPSY bag. Now I can’t wait for spring/summer to come along to start rocking my orange blush again! I’m going to go look more into the MAC, Milani, and Nars blushes!!!
Fantastic picks! I’ve pinned this on one of my boards so I can refer back to these selections. I am a huge lover of that Taj Mahal. It is such a staple for me.
Orange is hard for most of us to wear but your choices are excellent.
I love a peachy blush, but have never thought of wearing orange.
I need to try more orange tones. I have Nars Taj Mahal and love it.
Milani’s Coral Cove is a blush I like for Orange. I really have to tap off a lot because I find it is so vibrant on my cheeks,…. but it works. You have such gorgeous selections here.
I’ve always heard that orange is the best blush color for dark skin. Great list of products, I will have to give at least one or two of them a try.
I am ALL about that Sleek trio girl!
I too love orange blushes. I have Taj Mahal. I love the selection you’ve provided in this (Newsletter). Thank you! Erica
My favorite orange blush is Atarte Cosmetics Powder Blush #5. The color is called Mango.