Summer showcases so many bright, bold coral blushes (hello, MAC My Paradise!), but if you’re a paler princess struggling to find summer shades that work well with your skin tone, you might really like Elizabeth Arden’s new Pure Finish Mineral Cheekcolor in Sunkissed Coral ($28), one of seven pieces in the new Bronze in Bloom Summer 2011 Collection.
I had to apply four layers of this pinkish coral sheen to get it to make a statement on my tan skin, but I’m betting that a single layer would give lighter lasses a gentle, summery flush.
While I give the packaging major points in the cute category (LOVE that it fits in my palm), I wouldn’t have minded a wider pan. It comes with a mini kabuki brush, which does fit inside just fine, but the pan’s too small for my blush brush (at least without having to shove). A small detail, but it’s a little irksome.
I adore the finish’s subtle sheen, but because I have to apply so many layers, I’ll probably reserve this for those rare mornings when I have extra time. If you’re lighter than I am, though, Sunkissed could be your perfect coral summer blush.
PRICE: $28
AVAILABILITY: Available now at Elizabeth Arden stores and also online
MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: B
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
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Steelnpurple says
June 3rd, 2011 at 11:12 amWow I love how this looks! It seems to give that summery healthy sheen, without glitter.. soooo pretty!
I might hunt for this one!
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Soo says
June 3rd, 2011 at 11:20 amunfortunate that it took so much layering, but it still looks like a lovely shade on you. I love the packaging of grinding blushes but feel like they’re way messy for travel sometimes
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Trisha says
June 3rd, 2011 at 11:35 amYay! TGIF!
I love the shimmer of this cheek color. It just…glows. I’ve been really impressed with Elizabeth Arden lately.
Heidi says
June 3rd, 2011 at 11:36 amSo pretty. I’ll have to check this one out!
Jessi says
June 3rd, 2011 at 11:57 amIt’s s shame that it wasn’t pigmented enough for you, but that just means it will probably work well on my pale, pasty skin! Here is another thing to add my infinitely long wish list.
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larie says
June 3rd, 2011 at 12:00 pmI think I will live without yet another coral blush, but your earrings are another story! Love that turquoise blue color 🙂
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Kim says
June 3rd, 2011 at 12:04 pmWhat a pretty color and, you’re right, that package is way too cute. Is it one of those twisty-shavey tops? I feel that that would translate into a lot of mess and waste in my unskilled hands! 🙂
Btw, I love your headband – it makes you look like a teenager, in a good way. Fun and youthful, ya know? 🙂 Hope you have a great weekend!
Toni says
June 3rd, 2011 at 12:10 pmTGIF! I love the color of this blush. I usually don’t like corals on me, because they always end up turning orange. I’m adding this to my list of makeup items to check out. It looks really nice on you!
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Nina says
June 3rd, 2011 at 12:14 pmTGIF!!!!
i love the blush! it looks like a natural summery flush!
gio says
June 3rd, 2011 at 1:25 pmThat’s a gorgeous shade and I love that it gives skin a healthy flush and natural sheen. I have very pale skin so I think that this may work well for me.
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Mandy says
June 3rd, 2011 at 2:23 pmLove your LIP COLOR!
TGIF as well. 🙂
Josie says
June 3rd, 2011 at 4:19 pmVery pretty blush! It reminds me of those NYX HD grinding blushes! Same concept! Hmmm i wonder how many other companies will use the same packaging or “grinding/shaving” method?
Tracy says
June 3rd, 2011 at 4:46 pmI don’t know how many times I’ve walked by this and ignored it. I tend to think of Elizabeth Arden as an old lady line, but this is really pretty! I will stop and look at it now!
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Vijaya says
June 3rd, 2011 at 5:00 pmI have to say, I find these grindy blushes a little odd.
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Phyrra says
June 3rd, 2011 at 8:16 pmI like corals, it looks like a nice shade.
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snoopysteph says
June 4th, 2011 at 9:57 pmLove this! The grinder thing makes me worry about getting too much product at once though (and getting messy in a hurry).
What’s on your lips? Love the color!
Andy says
June 8th, 2011 at 5:58 amYou look like an exotic flower. Soooo pretty. And I love your earrings. Can you pls tell me where you got them?