People always comment on my 'glow' – and it's down to these liquid blushers

Juicy liquid blush is having a moment – a beauty editor reveals her top formulas plus how to apply them

Collage of images of three of the liquid blushers featured in this guide from NARS, Armani Beauty and Rare Beauty, in white boxes against a sunset-coloured background
(Image credit: NARS/Armani Beauty/Rare Beauty/Future)

As a beauty editor, my favourite compliments to receive are about my skin – in particular, that I am looking "glowy". While my skincare routine and base are key to achieving that glow, I recently realised how important liquid blush is to the final overall look.

The best blushers of all kinds are seeing a resurgence of late, but particularly liquid formulas. From newer brands such as Rhode and Rare Beauty launching bestselling buys to seasonal trends like 'blush draping' doing the rounds, it’s all about the cheeks.

With the right blush placement, this makeup bag staple is also brilliant for adding a pop of colour and brightening the complexion. It’s especially handy if you experience tired, dull skin or if you are usually in a rush in the morning, as it makes a huge difference to your makeup look with minimal effort. As blusher’s number one fan, here I’ve reviewed my go-to products in non-powder formulas for the ultimate glowing pop of colour. Prepare to add at least one of these to your basket...

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How we tested the best liquid blush formulas

Ahead of writing this guide, I returned to many of my favourite products and tried out some newer offerings, such as Rhode’s and Armani’s blushers. I was looking for colour payoff (pigmentation), longevity, ease of application and blending, and levels of luminosity. I used each blusher with both fingertips and a dense brush and wore them all day to see how well they lasted. My usual base is a glowy skin tint, so I wore each of these blushers on top of this for consistency.

Rebecca Fearn

Rebecca (best known as Becky) is a freelance beauty editor and features writer with a decade worth of experience in the industry. She started her career at Glamour UK and has since worked in roles at titles and brands such as Eliza, Bustle and Space NK. She has written for British, US and Australian publications, from Marie Claire and Refinery29 to Stylist and The Coveteur.

She is a keen traveller and often works on the road, covering everything from beauty and fashion to sex, love and dating. Her favourite pieces to write are first person features born from her experiences in the world. She is proudly queer, feminist and pro-choice, and advocates for mental health issues and women's rights. You can check out her work at her portfolio and on her Instagram.