LORAC has come out with new blushes this year — the Color Source Buildable Blushes. If you’ve been reading my blog for any length of time, you’ll know I love LORAC Cosmetics products, but I’ve actually never tried their blushes before. Not to give anything away, but I’ve been really impressed. Let’s jump into the review!
LORAC Color Source Buildable Blushes
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There are 10 shades in the Color Source line available at Ulta with a mix of satin and matte finishes. I received two blushes — one satin (Vivid) and one matte (Chroma). The packaging for these blushes are really cute with a gunmetal gray that’s really chic. It is that mirrored-type of packaging (making it a pain to photograph, lol) and fingerprints do show up.
Along with the sleek packaging, these blushes have a magnetic closure to them. So nifty, and oddly satisfying every time they close. ๐ Each Color Source blush contains 0.17 oz of product, which is a fair amount. In comparison, the popular Tarte Amazonian Clay 12 Hour blushes contain o.2 oz.
As you can see, they swatch really beautifully — pigmentation is great. I just swatched it twice on bare skin. They are incredibly soft to the touch and just so creamy! I typically use the Real Techniques Blush brush to apply my blush and these blushes lend out, no problem. They are pretty pigmented, so going in with a light hand, and tapping off your brush first, would be my recommendation.
The lasting power is fantastic. I apply these blushes when I get ready in the morning (anywhere between 8-10am) and I can still see them on my cheeks when I go to take my makeup off at night (which is typically around 8pm). As I already mentioned, they go onto the cheeks beautifully without any streaking.
One thing I do want to point out is that the difference between the satin and matte blushes are very faint. You almost can’t detect any sheen in the satin blushes when applied to the cheeks, but a true makeup junkie can. ๐ And I actually like that. I’m not a fan of super shimmery or sparkly blushes. I prefer mattes. But with these Color Source satin blushes it gives you just the tiniest bit of highlight to your cheeks and it looks beautiful.
Do I recommend these new Color Source blushes? Yes! I like them even moreso than the Tarte blushes. And the price point is reasonable for a high end blush. With so many color options, I’m sure you’ll be able to find one to suit your skintone!
Have you purchased any of these LORAC Color Source blushes? Tell me which shade you like so I can try them next!
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Nidia - Lit From Within says
loving the color on the Chroma blush! A little highlighter can sparkle that matte right up! lol.
Katie Garvin says
Yes, I love the Chroma shade — it’s gorgeous on the skin!
Nikki says
These are gorgeous! I’m a huge fan of Lorac products, I may need to go swatch these!
Katie Garvin says
I am too! LORAC makes so many fantastic products!
Never Say Die Beauty says
Both are beauties! I’m a Lorac fan. Need to check ’em out
Katie Garvin says
Yes, they’re totally worth checking out! I want to get some more ๐
Shipra says
Pretty colors!! Want so bad! <3
Katie Garvin says
I know, they’re so gorgeous! I was swatching other shades at Kohls…just might need to get another ๐
Michaela - The Mani Cafรฉ says
i love my lorac shadow palettes but haven’t yet tried their blushes! these are pretty!
Katie Garvin says
Me too — the Pro palettes are my FAVORITE! The quality is outstanding, and it’s the same for their blushes ๐
Lacquerexpression says
Great review! I’m glad you like these as they sound like something I would want to buy.
Katie Garvin says
Yes, I highly recommend them. Very pigmented and blend well ๐
Nina says
Gorgeous colors for Spring!!! I love Chroma!!!
Katie Garvin says
Yes, they are!
Melissa says
I like matte brushes a lot. I know I’m the odd man out, but I prefer no shimmer anywhere on my face.
Katie Garvin says
Same here, I typically am a matte blush gal, but I do enjoy some shimmer on occasion. ๐
Stacie says
These both look like colors that everyone would like. Very Pretty!
Katie Garvin says
Yes, they have a great selection, there’s something for everyone!
J says
Oh man, I really like Lorac products. These are gorgeous and perfect for spring!
Katie Garvin says
Yes, the shades are beautiful for spring ๐
Emily Draher says
These look so nice! I think the satin finish sounds super nice ๐
Katie Garvin says
They both are lovely and show up beautifully on the skin ๐
Renu says
I’ve only tried Lorac’s palettes and lippies. Ugh, high time I checked out the beautiful blushes.
Katie Garvin says
I love their Pro palettes and Alter Ego lippies — and now these! Try them out ๐
Tess says
I haven’t tried any Lorac make up, but these look like nice, staple blushes to have in a make up collection!
Katie Garvin says
Oh, I highly recommend you give LORAC a try. There are so many great products that I love and HIGHLY recommend! Hmm…I feel a future post forming ๐
Lisa says
I don’t think I could pull of either one of these shades, but I love the finish and pigmentation in the matte one.
Katie Garvin says
They have a lot of shades — some very natural and soft. I want to get more of those shades ๐
Maryann D. says
I never heard of LORAC before this. These colors are lovely and I would really like to try them.
Katie Garvin says
Oh, do check them out! LORAC is an awesome brand!
Kim Pincombe Cole says
I’ve never tried LORAC blushes before. Lasting power is a huge bonus for me – I’ll have to try them!
Katie Garvin says
Yes, they hold up fantastic for me!
Jeanna Massman says
Beautiful colors. I would love to try this product.
Katie Garvin says
If you have a Kohls or Ulta nearby, stop by and check them out ๐
Haroon Khan says
Wow! Such beautiful , gorgeous colors! They will be perfect for spring.
Katie Garvin says
Yes, they will be! I’ve been joying wearing them
Louisa Dent says
they sound and look great
Katie Garvin says
I recommend them ๐
Ann @ Mani On The Move says
Those are pretty! I wish sephora still carried lorac
Katie Garvin says
I know, I wish they would carry LORAC and IT Cosmetics. I don’t know why they don’t, they’re fantastic brands!!