Light up your life with red!

(lifestyle)
Updated: 2007-02-22 11:08

Red is a lucky color for Chinese. Especially during the Chinese New Year, people like to decorate their homes with red accessories. You can see red couplets, red Chinese knots and red paper cuts everywhere. Red has become a kind of festive symbol. So why not wear lucky red on your cheeks this New Year and increase your luck as well as the appearance of your complexion?

But it is not a simple task to create a healthy flush. There are so many colors and types of blush to choose from, that thorough research is necessary to find one that suits you best.

1)Choose Blusher according to skin type

Powder Blush

This kind of blush is perfect for oily skin. When choosing powder blushes, you should be aware that, in terms of controlling the oil on your skin, powder blush is much more effective than cream and gel blushes. However, people with dry skin should be very cautious when using this product. Though powder is easily evenly applied, it may dry out your skin and give the appearance of wearing a mask.

Cream or Gel Blush

In winter, many women use cream or gel blushes as they add both color and moisture to your cheeks. Cream blushes are specially designed for dry skin. You don't need brushes to apply these blushes. Just use your fingers.

Recommended products:

Bobbi Brown Cream Blush

This product moisturizes the skin while creating a healthy looking flush.

Price: RMB 320
Shop Address:
Pakson, 101, Fuxingmen Street, Beijing
Tel: 010-66010316

Chanel IRREELLE BLUSH

The unique quilted surface texture helps create an easy, luminous glow.

Price: RMB 405
Shop Address:
Location 1: Beijing Shuangan Dept Store, No. 38, Bei San Huan Xi Road
Tel: 010-6213 7176
Location2: Shanghai Parkson Dept Store, No. 918, Huai Hai, Shanghai
Tel: 021-3406 018

Shu uemura GLOW ON

Shu Uemura has a variety of reds from incarnadine to wine that enhance the natural glow of the cheeks.

Price: RMB 200
Shop Address:
Location 1: Pakson, 101, Fuxingmen Street, Beijing
Tel: 010-66039186
Location 2:Pacific Xuhui, 932, Hengshan Rd, Shanghai
Tel: 021-64479006

Guerlain : Divinora Bubble Blush

The Divinora Bubble Brush has a moss-like texture that makes it easy to apply and creates a velvet effect.

Price: RMB 350
Location 1: SOGO 8 Xuanwumen Wai Street, Xuanwu District, Beijing
Tel: 010-63105302
Location 2: Pacific ZhanQian 218 Tianmu W. Rd., Shanghai
Tel: 021-64078888
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