What it is:A powder blusher.What it does:Illuminate and enliven your complexion with the color and drama of Illamasqua Powder Blusher. Color intense and highly pigmented, it can be used to shade, brighten, enhance, and define the shape of your face. Be bold, be daring, and be the center of attention.

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Question

H*ssy vs. Katie for light-medium skin?

I have NW20 skin, if MAC is used as a reference.
I'm looking for a good matte blush that won't look ridiculous on my skin, but will still give me the color I so desperately need.
I need something that is good for everyday but isn't too muted.
Thank you!

asked 2 years, 10 months ago

ellery

(Oxnard, Ca)

on Powder Blusher

8 answers

Answers

answer 1

Hello,

I think you should try the color H*ssy for medium skin. The color Katie might be too light for your medium skin tone.

answered 1 year, 6 months ago

melissabt

answer 2

Unrequited

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

naliya

(new york)

answer 3

well Nars orgasm is a nice one as well as a few from illumasqua "dont know if i spelled that right" but also lancome has a nice variety :) it just depends on ur preference, if u want a nice pink, a coral, rose, or red color :) this website gives u more than enough options to play with :D

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

firelily

(norman, ok)

answer 4

Beg by Illamasqua

answered 2 years, 5 months ago

jillysue

answer 5

For reference, I am also MAC shade NW20 (in summer, NW15 in winter) and quite cool (pink) toned. I found that Katie, although a lovely pink blush, was a bit too cool-toned for me, barely showed up on my skin, and didn't quite look natural. It is only my opinion, but I would suggest that you try another shade instead. If you're feeling experimental, I've also had excellent luck with the shade Tremble!

answered 2 years, 6 months ago

holdmegirl

(Miramar, FL)

answer 6

I am the exact same complection as you, the blushes i use and that look great on my skin are Illamasqua "Katie"; MAC "Dame"; Chanel "Orchid Rose"; and a great drugstore brand Revlon "Rose Rapture". Hope that helped :)

answered 2 years, 7 months ago

nygreeneyes

(Springfield, VA)

answer 7

Try LOVER. This color make look like nothing special in the pan but it's a great true Coral that looks SO NATURAL on the face and is perfect for everyday use. Totally matte but super pigmented so if you can use a little to get a natural-glow-within look or layer for a more intense pop of color.

answered 2 years, 10 months ago

ntaliavondress

(Fairfax, VA)

answer 8

We invite you to call us at 1-877-SEPHORA for a color consultation by phone with one of our Beauty Advisors. When calling, choose menu option 2 for Beauty Advice.

answered 2 years, 10 months ago

1877SEPHORA

(San Francisco, CA)

Question

what is the color in the display picture?

asked 3 years, 9 months ago

jidohbb

(San francisco, CA)

on Powder Blusher

5 answers

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answer 1

Hello,

The color pictured is called Lover. I hope that this helps!

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

melissabt

answer 2

I was wondering the same thing myself. I believe it's actually Lover. I confirmed this by looking at the enlarged pics at illamasqua.com. It's just too light to be Excite. Even though the pic looks bright, I've seen swatches of Lover and it's somewhat transparent in it's application and is not an overwhelming color.

answered 1 year, 9 months ago

frostglam

(Gulf Coast, FL)

answer 3

excite

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

naliya

(new york)

answer 4

i think its Excite

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

Emmi16

(whittier, CA)

answer 5

The Color shown is EXCITE which is a beautifully High Pigmented Bright shade of Coral... use Create as a Contour Color and a touch of the EXCITE for a Pop of Color on the apple of the Cheeks for a very High Fashion Look!

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

CoutureFace

(Dallas. TX)

Question

Lover

Has anyone tried the shade Lover? If so, how is it and what colour is it?

asked 3 years, 4 months ago

mogknight7777777

(Pasadena, CA)

on Powder Blusher

5 answers

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answer 1

lover is a vibrant apricot and light

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

naliya

(new york)

answer 2

It's a matte peach blush. It is awesome. It's not bright or garish at all. Very easy to wear.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

Cerise

(Oakland, CA)

answer 3

In my opinion, the color swatch for Lover is not a good representation of the actual product. It is a mellow peachy color here but in real life, it is a much darker hue than the pic yet more vibrant as well. It is much more dramatic then the swatch above. Still a great color but not the quiet peach I was expecting.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

tmachine

(St. Louis Park, MN)

answer 4

This color is FANTASTIC! Very different (in a good way) and perfect for freshing your look up in summer.

answered 3 years ago

throw1bck

(CA)

answer 5

Lover is similar to Excite but much lighter! It is best suited to Fair to medium complexions, a beautiful peachtone.

answered 3 years, 4 months ago

iheartmu

(Philadelphia, PA)

Question

Best pink for woman of color?

I'm about the shade of Halle Berry and looking for that perfect pink blush (NO orangey/coraly tones) for my cheeks. Thanks in advanced!

asked 1 year, 6 months ago

duabbe

(San Bruno, CA)

on Powder Blusher

5 answers

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answer 1

try h*ssy, I think its great for any skintone

answered 6 months ago

hellokittyfan

(Orange County, CA)

answer 2

I am not a woman of color, but I have dark hair, medium olive skin and green eyes. I don't like the way peachy/orange blush looks on me either! I love this true pink blusher-Tremble-and it delivers lots of color payoff for mimimal use of product. I think it would look BEAUTIFUL on your darker skin! Hope this helps!

answered 1 year, 2 months ago

cindyrenee

(OKC, OK)

answer 3

check out illamasqua blushes, either the creme or powder. They are true pinks here. I think you will like them. They don't change color on your skin either.

answered 1 year, 4 months ago

cgl3

(florida)

answer 4

Chased is the color for you.

answered 1 year, 5 months ago

nikinadia

(Queens, NY)

answer 5

I'd recommend Beg or Tweak :) both are stunning colors that will certainly flatter your skin tone.

answered 1 year, 6 months ago

janinebt

Question

oily skin?

Will this blush cause breakouts on oily, acne prone skin?

asked 3 years, 8 months ago

silkarcher

(Miami, FL)

on Powder Blusher

3 answers

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answer 1

no because its not cream its an powder blush

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

naliya

(new york)

answer 2

Powder blush does not cause breakouts on skin of any kind. period.
Does this mean that you can't or won't breakout while using it?
Of coarse not.
But if you do, don't blame the blush.

answered 3 years, 8 months ago

atnola

(New Orleans, LA)

answer 3

Not at all. I have oily skin that is often broken out (Philosophy's 'On a Clear Day' works wonders, BTW), and this blush stays on for more than 12 hours. I use it every single day. I have it in Panic, and i have a light skin tone, and it is pretty, and i make it look subtle and natural.
This does not cause breakouts and it lasts alll day on oily skin.

answered 3 years, 8 months ago

britt8baby

(Pittsburgh, PA)

Question

Which color is best for an outside flushed look?

Which color is best for that look like you were outside in the cold and your cheeks are a little flushed? panic or tweek? I'm very fair skinned. So i don't want it took look too intense and i want it to look natural.

asked 3 years, 7 months ago

Anonymous

(Topeka, Ks)

on Powder Blusher

3 answers

Answers

answer 1

Tweak

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

naliya

(new york)

answer 2

I have this blush in Panic. i love it. it looks pretty intense, but when applied, it looks amazing. i have very light skin, not quite pale, though. You can make it subtle, or apply more for a dramatic look. i like blush to look like i just got done on a long run or if i was standing outside in the middle of the winter. i am very very happy with this blush. i will buy again!

answered 3 years, 6 months ago

britt8baby

(Pittsburgh, PA)

answer 3

I'm very fair skinned and I think Unrequited gives me the outside cold cheek look. Personally I would stay away from the red shades.

answered 3 years, 7 months ago

makeuplvr712

(Jersey Shore)

Question

Light skin, dark hair & eyes....

i have light skin, very dark brown hair, medium brown eyes, and my natural lip color is a very very light pink but i usually weara red lip stain. what color would look best on me? i have it already in red. how about sin? has anybody tried it?

asked 3 years, 6 months ago

britt8baby

(Pittsburgh, PA)

on Powder Blusher

3 answers

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answer 1

sin

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

naliya

(new york)

answer 2

Why not wear torture lip gloss from Illmasqua. I find that colors like apricot or peachy or VERSE from Hourglass is really nice on our skin tone

answered 2 years, 10 months ago

mcha212

(new york,ny)

answer 3

Based on the brightness of Hu$$y, I would think you should go a bit lighter than Sin if you have light skin. I would say if you get it, you may have to use it sparingly because these blushes are super pigmented & worth every cent. I think Kiss may work better, although you may have to use a light touch with it as well. I have a Nars blush in Crazed that I have to dab on, but I love it, so I'm fine with that. If you like & want it, get it, you'll probably love it.

answered 3 years, 6 months ago

aychem

(Houston, TX)

Question

I am fair skinned and want a pink blush that is subtle. Can anyone please recommend a color?

asked 3 years, 2 months ago

makeupgirl12

(Fairfield, VA)

on Powder Blusher

3 answers

Answers

answer 1

chased or Nymph

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

naliya

(new york)

answer 2

I haven't tried the shade yet, but Illamasqua's Katie is beautiful from what I've heard! I use one of their more coral-y colors and the color payoff is excellent!

answered 2 years, 7 months ago

cyperquat

(Raleigh, NC)

answer 3

A great subtle pink color for fair skin is Katie

answered 3 years, 2 months ago

1877SEPHORA

(San Francisco, CA)

Question

I am looking for a color that looks pretty but goes against the grain of usual colors? please describe these 5 colors.

I love blush. I will list the ones that i have so that you know what i have and can show me a new color. I have:
Nars in Super O and Sin
Illamasqua in Panic
Tarte in Blissful
YSL in Pink Bloom
TheBalm in Cabana Boy
Urban Decay Afterglow in Score
Benefit in Thrrrob

So, most of them are either pink, peachy pink, or peach. I am looking for a color that is still very pretty on me(i have fair skin), but also very different than the colors that i already have. Can somebody who has tried the colors that i am about to name please describe each shade and tell me which would look best on me?
(i have fair skin, but italian, so i am a bit tanner now, almost-black hair, and brown eyes. oh! and i am 20, if that counts.)
the colors that i am interested in are:
Kiss
Sin
Thrust
Tweak
Beg
I am leaning toward getting Tweak and one of the more purpley rosey shades. Please help me choose.
Thank you!!!!!

asked 2 years, 10 months ago

Anonymous

(Pittsburgh, PA)

on Powder Blusher

3 answers

Answers

answer 1

excite and tweak or thrust

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

naliya

(new york)

answer 2

This blush is gorgeous in "Excite" . Since you like peach colors you might like this. It has a bright coral color and it looks great on yellow or olive undertones.

answered 2 years, 9 months ago

yuliasiclovan

(Anaheim, CA)

answer 3

For personalized product recommendations, we invite you to call us at 1-877-SEPHORA & choose menu option 2 to speak with one of our Beauty Advisors. Thanks!

answered 2 years, 9 months ago

1877SEPHORA

(San Francisco, CA)

Question

Discontinued?

Have the blushes Katie and Lover been discontinued? They have been out of stock for quite a while now (a few months I believe), and they have also been out of stocks in stores too.

asked 2 years, 4 months ago

eojnweopfjwpo

(New York, NY)

on Powder Blusher

3 answers

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answer 1

Nope. Just the most popular shades.

answered 2 years, 3 months ago

mandi413

(Leesburg, VA)

answer 2

They are in stock on Sephora.com now.

answered 2 years, 3 months ago

katimae

(Bloomsburg, PA)

answer 3

there be back in stock in a month or so

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

naliya

(new york)

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