Are These Lilac Blushes Black Women Friendly?
Since discovering my love for blush a few years ago, I have been on the hunt for a truly purple blush that gives me a whimsical, lavender finish rather than […] The post Are These Lilac Blushes Black Women Friendly? appeared first on Essence.
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By Chaela Williams ·Updated July 31, 2025 < /> Getting your Trinity Audio player ready… Since discovering my love for blush a few years ago, I have been on the hunt for a truly purple blush that gives me a whimsical, lavender finish rather than the typical berry glow. Originally popular amongst the beauty scene in the Asian community, lilac blush has now made its mark in the Western beauty industry—with various brands introducing their own versions of the light purple shade.
And, with all these new shades on the market, I of course had to try them. The color is perfect for the summer and offers a refreshing change from the usual hues. However, my journey to find the perfect lilac blush was met with a challenge. Many of the products I tested left my cheeks looking ashy, a common issue faced by those with darker skin tones. Even renowned beauty influencers struggled to find a suitable product for their complexion.
Lilac blushes are typically designed as cool-tone enhancers, catering more towards individuals with fair skin and cool undertones. Despite this, I was determined to find a lilac blush that complemented my warm, golden skin tone as I believed in the versatility and uniqueness of the color when the formula is done correctly.
After extensive research and testing over 20 products, I discovered seven lilac blushes. Below for the that not only worked beautifully on warmer and darker skin tones, but also left a radiant, doll-like finish that exceeded my expectations.
01 01 Juvia’s Place Blushed Liquid Blush in “Blushed Lily”
Marketed as a hot fuchsia pink, this liquid blush leaves a pinkish, lavender finish on darker skin tones. Effortlessly buildable and highly pigmented. Only add a few dots of product! Available at juviasplace.com 18Shop Now 02 02 Maybelline Sunkisser Multi-Use Blendable Liquid Blush 
A watery, lilac liquid blush that melts into the skin and creates a radiant glow that lasts up to 12 hours. Available at ulta.com 12Shop Now 03 03 e.l.f. Cosmetics Camo Liquid Blush in “Bold-Faced Lilac” 
A lavender, lilac blush that blends out to a soft, dewy finish. Great for dry, oily & combination skin. Available at ulta.com 7Shop Now 04 04 Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Free href="https://fentybeauty.com/products/cheeks-out-free img decoding="async" loading="lazy" src="https://www.essence.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/10734047.jpg.webp"/a /figure div class="essence-commerce-container"a class="commerce-image-anchor" href="https://fentybeauty.com/products/cheeks-out-free> fentybeauty.com Shop Now 05 05 Finding Ferdinand Tender Blush in “Frenchie” 
A lavender cream blush infused with squalane that brings the pigment and glides onto skin effortlessly. Available at findingferdinand.com 28Shop Now 06 06 HAUS LABS Color Fuse Longwear Hydrating Glassy Cheek Blush Balm Stick in “Glassy Lilac” 
Infused with skin-loving ingredients to boost skin radiance while providing buildable color and a glassy finish. Available at sephora.com 34Shop Now 07 07 Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush Mini in “Spirited” 
A soft, violet blush with a dewy and lightweight finish adds a subtle touch of color to the complexion that lasts all day. Available at rarebeauty.com 15Shop Now TOPICS: blush makeup trends summer makeupThe post Are These Lilac Blushes Black Women Friendly? appeared first on Essence.
