When it comes to creating shadows on the face for the appearance of a thinner face, the ideal finish would be a matte blush; if you love a slight glow, you can take it up a notch with a satin finish demi-matte to achieve the desired results.
Shimmery blushes tend to have a ton of reflective pigments in them which, when hit with light, enhance the area they’re applied to, so it’s wise to steer clear of any overly shimmery blush for this technique. If you love your glow, you can always go in with your highlighter to add life back to your skin but for this technique, stick to matte blushes.
The shade of your blush also plays a crucial role in getting the full benefit from this technique. We recommend taking a blush that’s slightly darker than your skin tone and compliments your undertone. Going in with a sheer blush that barely shows up on the skin will only cost you time to build the intensity for the desired result, so it’s best to start with a more opaque yet blendable formula, be it cream, liquid, or powder.