I bought this because one, I wanted a cream blush with no shimmer, and two, I wanted something different from what I usually get, which tend to be muted rose shades that lean mauve. This guy was on sale and the bright red appealed to me, as it just looks so cheerful, like the apple used to tempt Snow White. I have fairly pale skin that is normal with some dry spots. (I wear NYX fair/light most often.) This works well on me, but I have to be careful. I wanted it to fake a bit of a flushed look and I've tried it both on cheekbones (or going for a more subdued 1980s blush look) or on the apples of my cheeks. I only need the tiniest amount of this, otherwise it risks looking like I'm dying of embarrassment. It blends easily with a brush, too, which is a nice feature. Because it's a cream blush it does look a bit dewier than a standard powder blush, which is welcome.It's not my favorite blush of all time, but I still quite like it.

This is my favorite blush. On my super pale skin, this looks rosy and natural like I'm slightly blushing. I dot a tiny amount on my finger and swirl it into my skin. It lasts all day and doesn't fade. I've had this about a year and it barely looks used at all. I've used other NYX blushes and they don't compare to this one.

Been wanting to try red blush for a while and I prefer cream and other non-powder. Got this in a MUA swap! This one works pretty well. I apply lightly with a medium stippling brush (use with finesse) then buff outwards with a kabuki. I don't like any other method for this blush because it is very pigmented. I won't repurchase because I'll never run out... Also wish it was a brighter red, like a fire engine red. It comes off as rich, not vivid, with some pink in it that subdues it.

Highly pigmented blue toned red/dark pink cream blush. I bought it online as this colour isn't sold in my area. I was actually looking for an orange toned red, and when I unpacked this, I was slightly disappointed because it looked like a very dark pink. But on my cheeks it looks absolutely amazing! A natural looking flush, like I just had some good... ehm... exercise..? ;)It also blends in well, and stays on all day. Will continue my search for a true red though... Maybe the powder blush in Red by NYX..?

If you like vintage, 1950's makeup looks, then this blush is for you. This did not give me a naturally flushed look (I have pale, light olive skin for reference) it gave me a 1950's pin-up look, which is exactly what I was looking for. I have this blush in Hot Pink as well, which blends more easily and gives me that natural, healthy glow look. This blush can be tough to blend, but the color is SO worth it if you are looking for doll or vintage looks. Plus, it's the longest lasting blush I've ever used. Just remember if you get it to barely dip your fingertips/stipple brush into the blush, and BLEND. I took off one lip for blendability, but I really like it.