Benefit Cosmetics, the iconic beauty brand known for its innovative products, has teamed up with renowned celebrity makeup artist Alexis Oakley to bring beauty enthusiasts a series of eight custom looks.  

 These looks, designed to help makeup lovers bronze and glow like professionals, will be revealed over the next month. Today, we delve into the art of achieving a lifted ombre blush look, using Benefit’s latest creations — Wanderful World Sunny and Crystah blushes. 

BeachVacay by Benefit Cosmetics (Courtesy photo)

 Benefit Cosmetics has long been recognized as a trailblazer in the beauty industry, not only for its high-quality products but also for its commitment to diversity and inclusion. With a history that spans decades, the brand has continuously strived to cater to individuals of all skin tones and ethnic backgrounds. 

 In this exclusive collaboration with Oakley, Benefit Cosmetics sets out to demonstrate how to create a lifted ombre blush look that brightens the cheeks and enhances the facial structure.  

 Oakley, a highly acclaimed makeup artist known for her expertise in creating flawless and radiant looks, shares her step-by-step guide to achieving this stunning effect. 

 Step 1: Begin by applying Benefit’s Wanderful World Sunny blush directly onto the apples of the cheeks. Gently blend the color upward, ensuring a seamless finish. 

A model displays the lifted ombre blush look. (Courtesy photo)

 Pro tip: To create a truly seamless look, Oakley recommends lightly blending a small amount of blush underneath the eyes as well. 

 Step 2: Take Benefit’s Crystah blush and apply it to the high points of the cheekbones, similar to where one would typically apply highlighter. This technique provides a lifted effect, enhancing the base makeup. 

To make things even more exciting, Benefit Cosmetics introduces its new limited-edition blush and bronzer duos, perfect for those on the go. Each slimline paperboard palette features Benefit’s beloved Hoola bronzer paired with a corresponding blush, all conveniently packaged for travel.  

Additionally, the brand offers the Sun’s Up Butter Balms, providing a touch of color and up to 12 hours of moisture. 

 The blush and bronzer duos are available four combinations and Sun’s Up Butter Balms is available in four irresistible shades. Beauty enthusiasts can now explore these new offerings by visiting BenefitCosmetics.com.