It shouldn’t really start to fade until around eight hours, and then it should be a gradual, even fade for the remainder of the day. The most important aspect is that it doesn’t settle into pores/emphasize texture over time.
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I like something with a bit of luminosity (which is why I like MAC’s Extra Dimension blushes and a few of the Mineralize ones) and I do like a blush to last throughout my day (8 to 12 hours) without the need to reapply (because I don’t carry blush or a blush brush with me).
I think everyone would agree that first of all, it has to apply very smoothly. If it goes on splotchy or is hard to blend just on the back of my hand, I won’t buy it. I don’t like alot of sparkle but I do appreciate a glow and I prefer a sheer, buildable blush. As for longevity, I find Hourglass Ambient Lighting blush lasts the longest on me, but most of my blushes last long enough for me to be satisfied. I use mostly Chanel and Dior blushes. But I’m always on the lookout for something new. Very slim pickin’s lately though in the blush department.
I like the blush to last 6 to 8 hours and fade gradually. Also the blush should not emphasize texture over time and should not change color or darken as it is worn.
I would love for a powder blush to last longer than a few hours on my skin and to provide more of an airbrushed finish. I’ve found a few that do, but I always layer my powder blush over a liquid blush; it lasts all day for me this way.
I like blushes that are matte, no shimmer or sheen in it that can accentuate pores, and textures. Longevity around 7 to 8 hours will be great. Since I have oily face, I prefer powder type of blush.
I’d like my blush to stay put until I get home from work. I don’t like touching up any of my makeup during the day other than lipstick.
As long as it’s still visible and hasn’t gone patchy or worn off by the time I get home, I’m happy with that! Mind you, half of my outings involve public transit in a very hot, and eventually humid, Phoenix summer!
I love a blush with longevity! I still wear masks to work and am very happy to see my blush remain through a workday and a dinner out after. Colourpop SS cheeks work great for this! I love both skinlike/matte finishes and shimmer.
I prefer blush to last at least 8 hours without oxidizing or fading. I prefer an even fade that doesn’t settle into pores. Not oxidizing is most important. If I have to touch up fading color after 4 hours, I’m OK with that, but I’d rather not.
What’s important for me in a blush is that it has a matte or semi matte finish in the kind of pinky coral shade without the yellowish undertones. I do like them to last longer than 3-4 hours, preferably 6-8 but many don’t do this. Having them easy to apply without being streaky or splotchy is a plus.
You said it better than I would have and the same as I want. Day how, no settling in pores (and not drying!)