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Clinique Fig Pop Cheek Pop Blush Review, Photos, Swatches

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Fig Pop

Clinique Fig Pop Cheek Pop Blush ($25.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a deepened, orange-coral with a hint of pink-red and a subtle, golden micro-shimmer that gives it a luminous sheen. The texture of this blush was incredibly soft, smooth, and almost velvety, despite being a powder product. It sits beautifully on the skin giving it a luminous sheen but never emphasizes pores or the skin’s natural texture.

It had rich, true-to-pan color payoff that can be applied and blended down, applied with a lighter hand, or at full intensity, but no matter whether you want to build the color or take it down, it’s easy to work with. I feel like when I applied the blush, it already looked soft, diffused, and blended, while still seeing plenty of color show on my skin. On me, the blush wore well for nine hours before fading slightly. The only downside is that I think it is close enough to Ginger Pop that it may be redundant depending on how you apply Ginger Pop, though this seems a bit less shimmery and more toned down.

FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).

Formula Overview

$21.00/0.12 oz. - $175.00 Per Ounce

The formula is described as “vibrant yet natural-looking cheek colour that looks virtually powderless.” The texture was smooth, soft, and dense, so it was never powdery in the pan or on the skin. The blush had good color payoff that was easily sheered out (or you could apply less, as the denser texture makes that easy to control).

It’s the kind of texture that almost blends itself as soon as you start applying and working it onto the skin. The finish became more luminous as I blended the powder onto the skin, but it was never shiny or overly shimmery, so it always looked smooth on my skin and did not emphasize pores or my skin’s texture. Most shades lasted between eight and nine hours on me.

Browse all of our Clinique Cheek Pop Blush swatches.

Ingredients

Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer , Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate , Glycerin , Dicalcium Phosphate , Squalane , Ptfe , Dimethicone , Lauroyl Lysine , Ethylhexylglycerin , Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) , Polysorbate 80 , Caprylyl Glycol , 1,2-Hexanediol , Zinc Stearate , Silica , Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate , [+/- Mica , Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850) , Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891) , Manganese Violet (Ci 77742) , Red 36 Lake (Ci 12085) , Iron Oxides (Ci 77499) , Ultramarines (Ci 77007) , Red 6 (Ci 15850) , Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985) , Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090) , Orange 5 (Ci 45370) , Bismuth Oxychloride (Ci 77163) , Carmine (Ci 75470) , Red 30 Lake (Ci 73360) , Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140) , Iron Oxides (Ci 77491) , Iron Oxides (Ci 77492)]

Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.

Makeup Look
On face:
  • Guerlain Parure Gold Foundation
  • Urban Decay Naked Loose Setting Powder
On eyes:
  • Stila Mint Julep Smudge Stick Eyeliner
  • Marc Jacobs Introvert Eyeliner
On lips:
  • Clinique Melon Pop Lipstick

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Nicole Avatar

I love this! I was going to try to get Ginger pop at the Sephora sale. But , i am thinking I may like this a little better. Can’t wait for the round- up! I have caved already on Peach, Cola, and Nude. Do you think you will include originals in your roundup as a way to compare?

Stacey Avatar

Clinique, my very first high end brand that I bought. It has been many years since I bought Clinique. Though the colors and the texture may be delightful and the design is cute, I cannot get myself to like this. I think it lacks the mirror and a cheap brush.

Jessica Avatar

I was happy to see the PS. I was going to ask for a roundup. What color pops would you suggest for someone that’s fair and with yellow undertone? I don’t have any color pops and I see how highly they are rated. I’d like to get 2 or 3. Thanks, Christine!

A Avatar

Oh damn, this seems like my kind of colour and an A+ and recommendation too? Might have to cave finally buy one of these, maybe this or Nude Pop. I hope their new lipsticks are as good as these blushes seem to be!

Sarah Avatar

I don’t usually wear much Clinique makeup, although I do like some of their skincare, but your reviews of these might’ve made me change my mind! The colors do seem really beautiful and I’m impressed with your thoughts on application/wear so I think I’ll have to give one a try.

The only thing I dislike (without having actually tried them yet) is the packaging. It seems kind of tacky/cheap. Now I know Clinique isn’t the MOST expensive of “high-end” brands so I’m not surprised by the more affordable cost, but I’m a bit of a package snob 🙁

Christine Avatar

It has a decent heft to it, even though it’s clear plastic – I don’t think it feels cheap in the hand at all in terms of actually having and holding it, I don’t get “cheap” as the vibe from it, if that helps!

But keep in mind that I find Dior/Chanel type compacts to be pretty cheap feeling!

Stacey Avatar

It just looks like a Milani product. That is why I want the mirror and that cheap brush. Back then the blushes…high or low end came with a cheap brush for travel. Makeup brushes for the normal population was not popular until MAC came into the picture.

Ginny Avatar

You model corals so well! They don’t really look good on me but when I see them on you I want them. I might give it a try though because it’s not too bright. You say it’s easy to get a light hand and sheer application?

xamyx Avatar

Pass… It’s far too warm for my liking, but I’m not complaining-there are enough of these that I *do* like, it’s probably for the best, LOL! So far, Heather, Nude, Pansy, Rosy, & Pink have made the cut, with Cola still being a contender…

Jeanie Avatar

Love your honest reviews! I may have to get Melon and Nude Pop (even though I have Peach Pop and another similar nude shade already, these are just too good to pass up). Any idea when these will be available for non-VIB Rouge members?

Noemi Avatar

I would buy it if the price in Europe was more reasonable: $21 in US, 29.5€ in Europe (almost $32, $11 difference!!! They are even not so heavy or bulky to transport). “big cheek pop”

Rachel R. Avatar

It’s pretty in the pan, but downright gorgeous on your skin. I had no idea it would turn out so stunning. I do love a good coral blush.

Wednesday Avatar

This one is a question mark for me. I’ve been tempted over Chanel Malice for quite some time, debating whether or not it strays too far towards the orange side. This could be viable less expensive option. I received Nude and Heather today from Sephora and they were perfect picks for my tastes. Nude ROCKS.. it looks like nothing in the pan, thought it almost looked too pale, but then somehow it translates to a super subtle and yet still noticeable cheek colour. I’m in love!

Ryou Avatar

I didn’t pick up Ginger Pop because I felt it was too similar to Peach Pop, but Fig Pop may or may not be different enough to justify getting both.

Rachel Avatar

I love this color, but I do have the ginger pop. Are they the same formula? Mine seemed powdery and I bit hard to work with, but maybe that will change the more I use it? Can you use these wet?

Francyn Avatar

Hi! I’ve been loving Clinique’s blush in Fig but it’s the one that comes in a green case. We don’t have it where I’m from and I want to order online but I want to know if this one is similar to it. I like the packaging more and I think the formula is better. I couldn’t see any comparisons online. Hope you can help me out. Thanks!

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