Round-up: Makeup Geek Blushes Overview + Report Card
Makeup Geek Valentine Blush
Makeup Geek Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) released 20 shades in an updated formula, and there were some winners and some so-so shades. For the most part, ones that fell short were sheerer (sheer to medium in coverage) rather than the pigmented as described. Most of the shades are very soft but thinner and don’t kick up as much excess powder as the original formula, though I personally found the original formula to be smoother and more luxurious in feel.
The color range is definitely more muted than the original shade range, so some shades are more unique, which is great, but even the shades that were carried over often lost vibrancy or were lightened. They also went into a different direction for the finish, which is pretty matte, compared to the more satiny finish of their original formula, which was intentional. I wish they had not changed the original shades so much in the new formula, as I think it’s odd to change both the color intensity/saturation as well as the finish and keep the same names (confusing!). I think if you like more matte blushes, don’t mind medium coverage, and like the shade range, it could definitely be worth checking out.
On a personal level, I was really disappointed to see the satin finish get axed, because it was the highlight of the formula; it was what made it more unique and versatile, and it was the reason why it was a favorite blush formula. If they had kept the original shades the same, then the range would have a good mix of satin and matte, richer and desaturated shades. It’s always a bummer when a brand tweaks one of your favorite formulas and turns it from a holy grail to an easy skip. It’s still a good blush formula overall, but it’s just not a favorite for me any longer!
Makeup Geek Infatuation Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium brown with warm, orange undertones and a mostly matte finish. NARS Dream Place (LE, $30.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar). Surratt Beauty Chaleur (P, $32.00) is darker (95% similar). Zoeva Burning Up (P, $11.80) is cooler (95% similar). MAC Bad Girl Gone Good (LE, $24.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). MAC Pleasure Model (LE, $31.00) is more shimmery, darker, brighter (90% similar). ColourPop Spot Me (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Fashion District (LE, $12.00) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). The Estee Edit First Lover (01) (P, $28.00) is more muted, cooler (90% similar). MAC I'm Not Blushing (Bottom) (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). Iconic London Fresh Faced (P, $27.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). NARS Get Lost (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Chanel Destiny (61) (DC, $38.00) is less shimmery, warmer, glossier (90% similar). Victoria Beckham Beauty Playground (P, $42.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Roosevelt (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, cooler, glossier (90% similar). Makeup Geek Infatuation (DC, $9.99) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Kiss Kiss (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). By Terry Savannah Love #5 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). NARS Spin Off (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Instant Crush (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). By Terry Tropical Sunset #6 (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Infatuation Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium brown with warm, orange undertones and a mostly matte finish. NARS Dream Place (LE, $30.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar). Surratt Beauty Chaleur (P, $32.00) is darker (95% similar). Zoeva Burning Up (P, $11.80) is cooler (95% similar). MAC Bad Girl Gone Good (LE, $24.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). MAC Pleasure Model (LE, $31.00) is more shimmery, darker, brighter (90% similar). ColourPop Spot Me (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Fashion District (LE, $12.00) is lighter, more muted (90% similar). The Estee Edit First Lover (01) (P, $28.00) is more muted, cooler (90% similar). MAC I'm Not Blushing (Bottom) (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). Iconic London Fresh Faced (P, $27.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). NARS Get Lost (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Chanel Destiny (61) (DC, $38.00) is less shimmery, warmer, glossier (90% similar). Victoria Beckham Beauty Playground (P, $42.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Roosevelt (P, $8.00) is less shimmery, cooler, glossier (90% similar). Makeup Geek Infatuation (DC, $9.99) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Kiss Kiss (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). By Terry Savannah Love #5 (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). NARS Spin Off (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Instant Crush (P, $7.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). By Terry Tropical Sunset #6 (LE, ) is lighter (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Covet Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium-dark, coral-red with warm undertones and a barely-there golden sheen. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Covet Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium-dark, coral-red with warm undertones and a barely-there golden sheen. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Heart Throb Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, medium coral-brown with warmer undertones and a satin finish. Natasha Denona My Dream (Cream Blush) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar). Laura Geller Boysenberry (P, $28.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Estee Lauder Lover's Blush (P, $34.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Mocha (P, $24.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Estee Lauder Sensuous Rose (P, $34.00) is warmer (90% similar). MAC Blushbaby (P, $24.00) is cooler (90% similar). Sephora Shame On You (01) (P, $14.00) is lighter (90% similar). Guerlain Petrouchka #7 (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar). Divergent Misty Rose (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). MAC Blush Please (LE, $30.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Urban Decay Streak Blush (-, ) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar). Chanel Innocence (160) (P, $45.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). LORAC See Beyond (LE, $23.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). ColourPop Shortbread (P, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). Kaja Pink Cloud (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (85% similar). Becca Wisteria (LE, $32.00) is cooler (85% similar). Sydney Grace Peaches and Cream (P, $9.00) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (85% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Capri (P, $58.00) is lighter (85% similar). theBalm Balm Springs (P, $21.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Dolline (P, $37.00) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Heart Throb Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, medium coral-brown with warmer undertones and a satin finish. Natasha Denona My Dream (Cream Blush) (PiP, ) is less shimmery, warmer (95% similar). Laura Geller Boysenberry (P, $28.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Estee Lauder Lover's Blush (P, $34.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Mocha (P, $24.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Estee Lauder Sensuous Rose (P, $34.00) is warmer (90% similar). MAC Blushbaby (P, $24.00) is cooler (90% similar). Sephora Shame On You (01) (P, $14.00) is lighter (90% similar). Guerlain Petrouchka #7 (LE, ) is warmer (90% similar). Divergent Misty Rose (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). MAC Blush Please (LE, $30.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Urban Decay Streak Blush (-, ) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar). Chanel Innocence (160) (P, $45.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). LORAC See Beyond (LE, $23.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar). ColourPop Shortbread (P, $12.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). Kaja Pink Cloud (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (85% similar). Becca Wisteria (LE, $32.00) is cooler (85% similar). Sydney Grace Peaches and Cream (P, $9.00) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (85% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Capri (P, $58.00) is lighter (85% similar). theBalm Balm Springs (P, $21.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Dolline (P, $37.00) is less shimmery, lighter (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Promise Ring Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a pale, light pink with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. KVD Beauty Gomez (Light) (DC, ) is darker (95% similar). KVD Beauty Clyde (Light) (DC, ) is lighter (95% similar). Jouer Tease Me (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). NARS Cheek Studio I (LE, $30.00) is lighter (95% similar). NARS Threesome (LE, $30.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar). Make Up For Ever B202 (P, $23.00) is darker (90% similar). Surratt Beauty Guimauve (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (90% similar). Dior Lolli'glow (002) (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). MAC Totally Synched (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). Hourglass Ethereal Glow (P, $40.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Make Up For Ever B200 (P, $23.00) is lighter (90% similar). Makeup Geek First Love (DC, $9.99) is lighter (90% similar). Urban Decay X-Rated (DC, $26.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop Floating Lights (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar). Physicians Formula Rosy Pink (P, $12.99) is darker, warmer (85% similar). NARS Thrill (P, $30.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar). Viseart Plum #1 (PiP, ) is warmer (85% similar). Sydney Grace Always and Forever (P, $9.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). Chanel Tweed Pink (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar). MAC Pink Cult (LE, $24.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Promise Ring Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a pale, light pink with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. KVD Beauty Gomez (Light) (DC, ) is darker (95% similar). KVD Beauty Clyde (Light) (DC, ) is lighter (95% similar). Jouer Tease Me (PiP, ) is lighter (95% similar). NARS Cheek Studio I (LE, $30.00) is lighter (95% similar). NARS Threesome (LE, $30.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar). Make Up For Ever B202 (P, $23.00) is darker (90% similar). Surratt Beauty Guimauve (P, $32.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (90% similar). Dior Lolli'glow (002) (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (90% similar). MAC Totally Synched (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). Hourglass Ethereal Glow (P, $40.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Make Up For Ever B200 (P, $23.00) is lighter (90% similar). Makeup Geek First Love (DC, $9.99) is lighter (90% similar). Urban Decay X-Rated (DC, $26.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop Floating Lights (LE, $12.00) is less shimmery, darker (85% similar). Physicians Formula Rosy Pink (P, $12.99) is darker, warmer (85% similar). NARS Thrill (P, $30.00) is less shimmery, darker, cooler (85% similar). Viseart Plum #1 (PiP, ) is warmer (85% similar). Sydney Grace Always and Forever (P, $9.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). Chanel Tweed Pink (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, warmer (85% similar). MAC Pink Cult (LE, $24.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Secret Admirer Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a bright, light-medium lavender with cool undertones and a semi-matte finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Secret Admirer Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a bright, light-medium lavender with cool undertones and a semi-matte finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Desire Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a deep, reddish plum with warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. Anastasia Blackberry (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Cover FX Sweet Mulberry (Left) (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S502 (P, $23.00) is lighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Biscotti (P, $24.00) is lighter, glossier (95% similar). LORAC Infrared (P, $23.00) is warmer (90% similar). Lethal Cosmetics Corolline (P, $15.50) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Giorgio Armani Cool Plum (61) (P, $38.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Restores Dazzle (LE, $21.00) is cooler, glossier (85% similar). Giorgio Armani Cool Mauve (50) (P, $38.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). elf Frequent Flyer (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). MAC Fever (P, $24.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). ColourPop Sweet Cinnamon (PiP, $12.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar). Phytosurgence Condensate (P, $17.07) is lighter, warmer (80% similar). Chanel Plum Attraction (LE, $45.00) is warmer (80% similar). Rare Beauty Faith (P, $23.00)(80% similar). Phytosurgence Exothermic (P, $17.07) is warmer (80% similar). NARS Debbie Harry Blush (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Desire Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a deep, reddish plum with warm undertones and a mostly matte finish. Anastasia Blackberry (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Cover FX Sweet Mulberry (Left) (PiP, ) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S502 (P, $23.00) is lighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Biscotti (P, $24.00) is lighter, glossier (95% similar). LORAC Infrared (P, $23.00) is warmer (90% similar). Lethal Cosmetics Corolline (P, $15.50) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Giorgio Armani Cool Plum (61) (P, $38.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Restores Dazzle (LE, $21.00) is cooler, glossier (85% similar). Giorgio Armani Cool Mauve (50) (P, $38.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). elf Frequent Flyer (P, $7.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). MAC Fever (P, $24.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). ColourPop Sweet Cinnamon (PiP, $12.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar). Phytosurgence Condensate (P, $17.07) is lighter, warmer (80% similar). Chanel Plum Attraction (LE, $45.00) is warmer (80% similar). Rare Beauty Faith (P, $23.00)(80% similar). Phytosurgence Exothermic (P, $17.07) is warmer (80% similar). NARS Debbie Harry Blush (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Puppy Love Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, medium mauve-y brown with warm undertones and a matte finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Puppy Love Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, medium mauve-y brown with warm undertones and a matte finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Blind Date Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a light-medium, peachy-pink with warm undertones and a matte finish.. MAC Fun Ending (LE, $24.00) is warmer (95% similar). Guerlain Ors et Merveilles #6 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar). NARS Angel Pride I (LE, $30.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop Trickery (DC, $8.00) is warmer (90% similar). KVD Beauty Delilah (Light) (DC, ) is darker (90% similar). LORAC Enchanted (LE, $23.00) is warmer (90% similar). Chanel Sakura (87) (LE, $45.00) is darker (90% similar). MAC What I Fancy (LE, $24.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). MAC Spellbinder (LE, $24.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Guerlain Gold Palette #7 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Holiday (P, $8.00) is darker, brighter, cooler (85% similar). Makeup Geek Spell Bound (P, $10.00) is darker, more muted, cooler (85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Frantic Pink (Discontinued) (DC, $60.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). KIKO 109 Candy Rose (P, $12.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Blind Date Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a light-medium, peachy-pink with warm undertones and a matte finish.. MAC Fun Ending (LE, $24.00) is warmer (95% similar). Guerlain Ors et Merveilles #6 (LE, ) is darker (90% similar). NARS Angel Pride I (LE, $30.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop Trickery (DC, $8.00) is warmer (90% similar). KVD Beauty Delilah (Light) (DC, ) is darker (90% similar). LORAC Enchanted (LE, $23.00) is warmer (90% similar). Chanel Sakura (87) (LE, $45.00) is darker (90% similar). MAC What I Fancy (LE, $24.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). MAC Spellbinder (LE, $24.00) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Guerlain Gold Palette #7 (LE, ) is darker, warmer (85% similar). ColourPop Holiday (P, $8.00) is darker, brighter, cooler (85% similar). Makeup Geek Spell Bound (P, $10.00) is darker, more muted, cooler (85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Frantic Pink (Discontinued) (DC, $60.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar). KIKO 109 Candy Rose (P, $12.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Valentine Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, medium pink with cooler undertones and a mostly matte finish. Urban Decay Nooner (Blush) (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar). Bite Beauty Lotus (P, $24.00) is brighter (95% similar). Too Faced Skyline (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar). Benefit Hervana (P, $29.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). Milani Pink Play #3 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop At Frost Sight (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Tarte Flush (P, $29.00) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Noodle (DC, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever B212 (P, $23.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (90% similar). theBalm Down Boy (P, $21.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S214 (P, $23.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). MAC Pink Sprinkles (LE, $24.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Tarte Dollface (P, $29.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Urban Decay Native Blush (-, )(85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Pink Ombre (LE, $55.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Tarte Whimsy (LE, $29.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (85% similar). Bobbi Brown Nude Pink (P, $30.00) is cooler (85% similar). Zoeva PK030 (P, ) is lighter (85% similar). KIKO 110 Bright Pink (P, $12.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Too Faced Sweet Pink (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Valentine Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, medium pink with cooler undertones and a mostly matte finish. Urban Decay Nooner (Blush) (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar). Bite Beauty Lotus (P, $24.00) is brighter (95% similar). Too Faced Skyline (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar). Benefit Hervana (P, $29.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar). Milani Pink Play #3 (PiP, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop At Frost Sight (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Tarte Flush (P, $29.00) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Noodle (DC, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever B212 (P, $23.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (90% similar). theBalm Down Boy (P, $21.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S214 (P, $23.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). MAC Pink Sprinkles (LE, $24.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Tarte Dollface (P, $29.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Urban Decay Native Blush (-, )(85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Pink Ombre (LE, $55.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Tarte Whimsy (LE, $29.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (85% similar). Bobbi Brown Nude Pink (P, $30.00) is cooler (85% similar). Zoeva PK030 (P, ) is lighter (85% similar). KIKO 110 Bright Pink (P, $12.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). Too Faced Sweet Pink (LE, ) is lighter (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek XOXO Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium, rosy pink with warm undertones and a semi-matte finish. Melt Cosmetics Flor (LE, $22.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar). NYX Rose Garden (DC, $5.00) is darker, brighter (95% similar). NARS Hot Pursuit (LE, $30.00) is cooler (95% similar). MAC Formal (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar). LORAC Underrated (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar). Anastasia Kash (PiP, ) is lighter, more muted (95% similar). Natasha Denona Pink (PiP, ) is darker, brighter (95% similar). Chanel Crescendo (250) (LE, $45.00) is brighter (95% similar). Chanel Tweed Evanescent (130) (LE, $45.00) is darker (95% similar). Dior Miss (047) (P, $48.00) is cooler (95% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Exhibitionist (LE, ) is brighter (95% similar). Estee Lauder Pink Ingenue (P, $34.00) is darker (90% similar). ColourPop Sugarcoated (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Anastasia Breeze (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Wayne Goss Sweetened (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (90% similar). Tarte Live (LE, $29.00) is warmer (90% similar). NARS Loves Me (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Dior Rose Baiser (361) (P, $48.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Tarte Decked Out (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Tarte Exhilarating (LE, $29.00) is brighter, warmer (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek XOXO Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium, rosy pink with warm undertones and a semi-matte finish. Melt Cosmetics Flor (LE, $22.00) is less shimmery, cooler (95% similar). NYX Rose Garden (DC, $5.00) is darker, brighter (95% similar). NARS Hot Pursuit (LE, $30.00) is cooler (95% similar). MAC Formal (LE, ) is warmer (95% similar). LORAC Underrated (LE, ) is cooler (95% similar). Anastasia Kash (PiP, ) is lighter, more muted (95% similar). Natasha Denona Pink (PiP, ) is darker, brighter (95% similar). Chanel Crescendo (250) (LE, $45.00) is brighter (95% similar). Chanel Tweed Evanescent (130) (LE, $45.00) is darker (95% similar). Dior Miss (047) (P, $48.00) is cooler (95% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Exhibitionist (LE, ) is brighter (95% similar). Estee Lauder Pink Ingenue (P, $34.00) is darker (90% similar). ColourPop Sugarcoated (LE, $8.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Anastasia Breeze (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Wayne Goss Sweetened (PiP, ) is less shimmery, lighter, brighter (90% similar). Tarte Live (LE, $29.00) is warmer (90% similar). NARS Loves Me (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker (90% similar). Dior Rose Baiser (361) (P, $48.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Tarte Decked Out (LE, $29.00) is less shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Tarte Exhilarating (LE, $29.00) is brighter, warmer (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Love Letter Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark lavender purple with warm undertones and a mostly matte finish....
Makeup Geek Love Letter Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark lavender purple with warm undertones and a mostly matte finish....
Makeup Geek Rendezvous Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a bold, bright, medium-dark pinky-plum with subtle, cool undertones and a mostly matte finish....
Makeup Geek Rendezvous Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a bold, bright, medium-dark pinky-plum with subtle, cool undertones and a mostly matte finish....
Makeup Geek Summer Fling Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium orange with warm, red undertones and a matte finish. Tom Ford Beauty Peach Poison (Left) (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (95% similar). Surratt Beauty Peau de Pêche (P, $32.00) is brighter (95% similar). ColourPop Main Chick (DC, $12.00) is darker (95% similar). Rare Beauty Nearly Apricot (P, $21.00) is lighter (95% similar). ColourPop Get Leid (P, $8.00) is darker (95% similar). Moira Steady (P, $8.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar). NARS Bounty (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Smashbox Persimmon (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). By Terry Tropical Sunset #1 (LE, ) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). ColourPop She Devil (LE, $8.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop Stop It (LE, $8.00) is brighter, warmer (90% similar). KVD Beauty Samson (Shade) (DC, ) is cooler (90% similar). Kosas Helios (Blush) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Giorgio Armani Warm Coral (30) (P, $38.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). OFRA Ollie Need is Love (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Praline (P, $24.00) is lighter, brighter, glossier (90% similar). Tarte Fame (LE, $29.00) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop She's in Bold (LE, $8.00) is darker (90% similar). Makeup Geek Summer Fling (DC, $9.99) is brighter, more pigmented (90% similar). Anastasia Ginger (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Summer Fling Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a medium orange with warm, red undertones and a matte finish. Tom Ford Beauty Peach Poison (Left) (PiP, ) is lighter, cooler (95% similar). Surratt Beauty Peau de Pêche (P, $32.00) is brighter (95% similar). ColourPop Main Chick (DC, $12.00) is darker (95% similar). Rare Beauty Nearly Apricot (P, $21.00) is lighter (95% similar). ColourPop Get Leid (P, $8.00) is darker (95% similar). Moira Steady (P, $8.50) is darker, warmer (90% similar). NARS Bounty (LE, $30.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Smashbox Persimmon (LE, ) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). By Terry Tropical Sunset #1 (LE, ) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). ColourPop She Devil (LE, $8.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop Stop It (LE, $8.00) is brighter, warmer (90% similar). KVD Beauty Samson (Shade) (DC, ) is cooler (90% similar). Kosas Helios (Blush) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Giorgio Armani Warm Coral (30) (P, $38.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). OFRA Ollie Need is Love (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Bite Beauty Praline (P, $24.00) is lighter, brighter, glossier (90% similar). Tarte Fame (LE, $29.00) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop She's in Bold (LE, $8.00) is darker (90% similar). Makeup Geek Summer Fling (DC, $9.99) is brighter, more pigmented (90% similar). Anastasia Ginger (PiP, ) is cooler (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Chivalry Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a dark, reddish brown with warm undertones and a satin finish. Bite Beauty Anise (P, $24.00) is glossier (90% similar). MAC Sweet As Cocoa (P, $24.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). MAC Raizin (P, $24.00) is warmer (90% similar). Anastasia Vegas (LE, ) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). MAC Swiss Chocolate (P, $24.00) is warmer (85% similar). Viseart Bronze #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). ColourPop Currently (DC, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S404 (P, $23.00) is cooler (85% similar). Patrick Ta She's So LA (Powder) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar). MAC Humour Me (P, $29.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar). Chanel Canaille (89) (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar). NARS Melina (Contour) (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar). Anastasia Chocolate (LE, ) is lighter (80% similar). ColourPop Swift (P, $8.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Chivalry Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a dark, reddish brown with warm undertones and a satin finish. Bite Beauty Anise (P, $24.00) is glossier (90% similar). MAC Sweet As Cocoa (P, $24.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). MAC Raizin (P, $24.00) is warmer (90% similar). Anastasia Vegas (LE, ) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). MAC Swiss Chocolate (P, $24.00) is warmer (85% similar). Viseart Bronze #3 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). ColourPop Currently (DC, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever S404 (P, $23.00) is cooler (85% similar). Patrick Ta She's So LA (Powder) (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (80% similar). MAC Humour Me (P, $29.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar). Chanel Canaille (89) (LE, $45.00) is more shimmery, lighter, brighter (80% similar). NARS Melina (Contour) (PiP, ) is darker, cooler (80% similar). Anastasia Chocolate (LE, ) is lighter (80% similar). ColourPop Swift (P, $8.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Bliss Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a pop of light-medium, peachy-orange with warm undertones and a matte finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Bliss Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a pop of light-medium, peachy-orange with warm undertones and a matte finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Romance Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a light-medium, peach-pink with warm undertones and a gold, frosted finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Romance Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a light-medium, peach-pink with warm undertones and a gold, frosted finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Spell Bound Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a soft, medium pink with warm undertones and a matte finish. NARS Illusive (LE, $30.00) is warmer (90% similar). Pat McGrath Nude Venus II (LE, $38.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Physicians Formula Natural (P, $12.99) is lighter (90% similar). Chantecaille Bliss (LE, $44.00) is lighter (90% similar). Jouer Rose Petal (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Hourglass Surreal Effect (LE, $40.00) is brighter (90% similar). LORAC Wavelength (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Giorgio Armani Daybreak (503) (P, $46.00) is warmer (90% similar). MAC Mocha (P, $24.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). KVD Beauty Delilah (Light) (DC, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Makeup Geek Main Squeeze (P, $10.00) is lighter (90% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Capri (P, $58.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). MAC Sweet Enough (P, $29.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Shiseido Twilight Hour (02) (P, $29.00) is darker, brighter, cooler (90% similar). LORAC Tinge (PiP, $23.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). KIKO 109 Candy Rose (P, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Makeup Geek Spell Bound (DC, $9.99) is more shimmery (90% similar). Benefit Dandelion (PiP, $29.00) is lighter (85% similar). MAC Blushbaby (P, $24.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Violet Argente (Blush) (LE, $60.00) is brighter (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Spell Bound Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a soft, medium pink with warm undertones and a matte finish. NARS Illusive (LE, $30.00) is warmer (90% similar). Pat McGrath Nude Venus II (LE, $38.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Physicians Formula Natural (P, $12.99) is lighter (90% similar). Chantecaille Bliss (LE, $44.00) is lighter (90% similar). Jouer Rose Petal (LE, ) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Hourglass Surreal Effect (LE, $40.00) is brighter (90% similar). LORAC Wavelength (LE, ) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Giorgio Armani Daybreak (503) (P, $46.00) is warmer (90% similar). MAC Mocha (P, $24.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). KVD Beauty Delilah (Light) (DC, ) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). Makeup Geek Main Squeeze (P, $10.00) is lighter (90% similar). Kevyn Aucoin Capri (P, $58.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). MAC Sweet Enough (P, $29.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Shiseido Twilight Hour (02) (P, $29.00) is darker, brighter, cooler (90% similar). LORAC Tinge (PiP, $23.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). KIKO 109 Candy Rose (P, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Makeup Geek Spell Bound (DC, $9.99) is more shimmery (90% similar). Benefit Dandelion (PiP, $29.00) is lighter (85% similar). MAC Blushbaby (P, $24.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Violet Argente (Blush) (LE, $60.00) is brighter (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Cherish Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a soft, light-medium rosy pink with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Cherish Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a soft, light-medium rosy pink with strong, warm undertones and a matte finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Soulmate Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, medim-dark plum with neutral-to-cool undertones and a matte finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Soulmate Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, medim-dark plum with neutral-to-cool undertones and a matte finish. [written_dupes...
Makeup Geek Main Squeeze Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a light-medium pink with warm, yellow undertones and a matte finish. MAC At Dusk (LE, $31.00) is lighter (95% similar). Anastasia Rose (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar). Guerlain Morning Rose (P, $52.00) is lighter (95% similar). Clinique Blush Pop (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar). MAC Modest Blush (LE, $29.00) is cooler (95% similar). KIKO 109 Candy Rose (P, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Glossier Puff (P, $18.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Urban Decay Naked Cherry #2 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). Catrice La Vie En Rose (P, $5.99) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Desert Rose (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Milani Pink Play #1 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Chantecaille Bliss (LE, $44.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Dior Bal (250) (P, $48.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Makeup Geek Spell Bound (P, $10.00) is darker (90% similar). LORAC Underrated (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Coast to Coast (DC, $12.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Physicians Formula Natural (P, $12.99) is lighter (90% similar). Milani Berry Rays #4 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Lethal Cosmetics Blossom (P, $15.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Jouer Rose Petal (LE, ) is brighter (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Makeup Geek Main Squeeze Blush ($10.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a light-medium pink with warm, yellow undertones and a matte finish. MAC At Dusk (LE, $31.00) is lighter (95% similar). Anastasia Rose (PiP, ) is darker (95% similar). Guerlain Morning Rose (P, $52.00) is lighter (95% similar). Clinique Blush Pop (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter (95% similar). MAC Modest Blush (LE, $29.00) is cooler (95% similar). KIKO 109 Candy Rose (P, $12.00) is lighter (90% similar). Glossier Puff (P, $18.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Urban Decay Naked Cherry #2 (LE, ) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar). Catrice La Vie En Rose (P, $5.99) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Desert Rose (LE, $12.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Milani Pink Play #1 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Chantecaille Bliss (LE, $44.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Dior Bal (250) (P, $48.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). Makeup Geek Spell Bound (P, $10.00) is darker (90% similar). LORAC Underrated (LE, ) is darker, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Coast to Coast (DC, $12.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar). Physicians Formula Natural (P, $12.99) is lighter (90% similar). Milani Berry Rays #4 (PiP, ) is more shimmery, warmer (90% similar). Lethal Cosmetics Blossom (P, $15.50) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Jouer Rose Petal (LE, ) is brighter (90% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.
Glossover Averages
Reader Reviews
Based on 2 Reviews, 3 Quick Reviews
The Good: Blendable (4), Easy To Apply (4), Smooth (3), Long-wearing (3), Great Value (3), Travel-friendly (3)
The In-Between: Natural (4), Buildable (3), Highly Pigmented (2), Sheer (1)
The Bad: Powdery (3), Fades (1)
For the life of me, I do not get why people feel the strange need to “fix” what wasn’t broken to begin with. Never got in on the MUG blushes when they were top notch. Missed that boat. Now though? I *may* order a few of the better ones reviewed. I also prefer satin over matte. ?
I will miss the satin finish of the older formula! Now I have to rethink my favorite budget-friendly blush, lol!
I also always delayed purchase of the old formula, did not think it would be going anywhere.. I purchased some of the new ones, they are of great pigmentation and last several hours without wearing off one bit. They’re good blushes but I am not at all a matte freak.
From what I hear I would have bought all colours easily of the satin formula!
Now I’ll happily keep the ones I have (more unusual colours that in line with Marlena’s recommendation look great on olive/tan skin like Puppy Love and Love Letter), but I’ll not get many more..
Really a shame to sack an immensely popular formula! Why? Why not just add new matte shades? Most of these 20 are new anyway! It must have had to do with production.. I can’t believe one would voluntarily change so much about an absolutely raved about formula unless one (felt one) had to..
I feel the same way, Nancy! I didn’t think they would change so the few I wanted were at the bottom of my wishlist. I might get a few of the better scoring non-mattes.
Thank you for such an awesome comprehensive review!
My pleasure, Raeanne!
Thanks for the roundup Christine! I didn’t realize these were re-formulated but I admit at this price, I don’t mind purchasing a couple!
Awesome! 🙂
Aw, sorry to hear you don’t like the change in finish 🙁 Yes, it’s never fun when a much beloved product gets changed.
I wish they had just added more matte shades but kept some satin instead! I don’t mind that they wanted to go matte or add matte shades in, but I’m super bummed they changed previously released shades!
This was such a helpful roundup, thankyou! I am really curious now to know what prompted this random formula change, though.
If I’m remembering right, part of it was a response to the highlighting craze (so you can use any highlighter with these without it being shimmer on top of shimmer) and that some people complained the previous formula was too powdery.
I’ll skip on these for now, as I really liked the old formulation a lot. Pity they changed it instead of bringing out some new ones, maybe have (almost) the same colour in satin and in matte.
I agree! I wish they had just added more matte shades but left the satins alone!
Thanks. Do prefer the older formula.
I’m curious if anyone prefers the new formula – I have not heard much about these, either way…
Hi Christine, when you do these overview & report card round-ups (which I’ve always loved!) the way they’re formatted now only allows me to see the first items grade and all the rest under it I would have to click through to read the full review if I want to see the grade. I really loved it when you made a clear and easy to quickly read report card square where you listed all the grades and noted your favorites/most unique/worst performing shades. I hope you’ll consider bringing that feature back!!!
Hi Bonnie,
It looks like you’re on mobile – we don’t have as much space to show images and text on mobile – but on tablet/desktop, you can see the ratings. Unfortunately, previously, I was doing it manually, so compiling and everything would take 2-3 hours, whereas this provides a summary in a few minutes. When we do another design update, I can see if there’s a way to have it show on mobile, but I’m not sure if it’s something that will work for the length (more scrolling, and we already have a lot of that).