No joke, this $16 NARS blush looks good on every single skin tone

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I’m not a person who wears a lot of makeup every day, but I do need a little something to make me look alive and put together. Most days, I only use four products to look presentable enough for video meetings: brow gel, mascara, lipstick and this NARS Orgasm X Blush. Of all the products I use on a daily basis, the Orgasm X Blush is the most affordable, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It is so simple to apply, looks good on every skin tone and can totally transform your face!

NARS Mini Orgasm X Blush, $16

Credit: Sephora

If you’re a beauty lover, then you’re probably familiar with the original NARS Orgasm blush. It’s the original universally flattering pink shade that makeup mavens swore by to create the perfect sunkissed glow. For a while, it seemed like no other blush could compare to NARS Orgasm, but then the brand introduced Orgasm X. The former only has 3.7 out of 5 stars at Sephora, while the latter has 4.6 out of 5 stars. So yeah, Orgasm X is definitely a big improvement!

The beauty of NARS Orgasm X is that it’s not just a gorgeous blush that complements lots of different complexions. It also has a hint of shimmer, so you can use it as a highlighter, plus the color is versatile enough that you can also use it as an eyeshadow. No matter where you use it, NARS Orgasm X doesn’t overpower your natural beauty but enhances it.

I usually just apply two small dabs of Orgasm X on my cheeks each morning, and my face instantly looks brighter and more awake. No matter how little time I have to get ready in the morning, I always use this product because it’s so easy yet makes such a big difference.

I’m not the only person who swears by NARS Orgasm X. Lots of shoppers around the internet love this perfect little blush, too.

“Brown girl friendly!” one Sephora shopper titled their review. They went on to say, “This gives me such an amazing flush of color and glow. Beautiful!”

Another shopper commented, “The blush is so pretty. It’s sparkly so it acts both like a blush and a highlighter. Not super pigmented but good for days you want to wear natural to light makeup. Overall love this product.”

You can buy the NARS Orgasm X Blush in full size, but honestly, I think the $16 mini is more than enough for most people. I’ve been using the same one for over three months, and it’s not even close to being empty.

If you’re one of those people who thinks blush is for old ladies and grannies, you’re wrong, and you’re totally missing out. No matter your age, the NARS Orgasm X Blush will give you the perfect rosy flush; no filters or retouching required.

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