The best blushes for dark skin tones

Choosing the right blush colours for dark skin can be tricky. It's either too bright or too dark, the struggle can get real.

As a dark-skinned girl I want a blush that looks beautiful and flawless - and that will actually show!

Here are shades to trust in:

Shades of berry

This bright  colour looks amazing on dark skin and it adds a natural blush. So ladies, if you want a bright pop of colour on your cheeks, opt for wild berry and and raspberry.

Read more: Choosing the perfect lipstick colour for your skin

Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Radiance Blush, Wild Berry, R425.

Essence Mosaic Blush The Berry Connection, R64.95.

Deep brown to purple

Go for darker shades of brown and deep plums as this will highlight those cheekbones and create a more dramatic effect.

MAC Cosmetics, Sketch Powder Blush, R275.

Revlon Powder Blush in Playful Plum, R220.

Darker pinks

Darker pinks really bring out that healthy glow, making it ideal for summer especially.

Bobbi Brown, Sheer Color Cheek Tint in Sheer Lilac, R445.

Catrice, Multi Matt Blush in La Lavender, R79.

Peach

Peach blushes are your friend as they will give you a flushed look that's not so severe.

Clinique Blushing Blush Powder Blush Innocent Peach, R385.

Clarins Blush Prodige in Soft Peach, R415.

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