Pretty in Purple

5 Blush Picks That Make The Most Of This Makeup Trend

When Indian makeup artist @vilcreates made a TikTok about an amethyst blush, she inadvertently created the summer’s hottest makeup trend. With its knack for augmenting brown skin tones, purple blushes turn the perfect pink when applied. Here are a few of our favorites worth trying:

RARE BEAUTY SOFT PINCH LIQUID BLUSH IN FAITH Unlike other liquid blushes, this crowd-pleaser goes on more like a cream, making application easy. Plus, this rich color is a can’t-miss.

$23 rarebeauty.com

Kulfi Beauty Mehndi Moment Blush In Lucky Lotus

Named in tribute to the artistry of henna art, the Mehndi Moment blush is similarly long-lasting and comes in a range of beautiful colors to suit every skin type.

$28 kulfibeauty.com

ABOUT FACE CHEEK FREAK BLUSH BALM IN SCORE

Packed full of moisturizing ingredients like hyaluronic acid and meadowfoam seed oil, this fun and funky blush has long-lasting color and is 100% vegan.

$18 aboutface.com

CLINIQUE CHEEK POP BLUSH IN PANSY POP

We love the fun, floral design on this gorgeous compact blush that leaves a creamy glowy look instead of overly powdered.

$29, clinique.com

Nudestix Nudies Matte Cream Blush In Moodie Blu

The built-in blush applicator on the other end of the eggplant-tinted blush stick makes application and blending a breeze.

$35 nudestix.com

The #PurpleBlush tag has more than 22 million views on TikTok

A Hair Oil How-To

Get shiny, healthy hair, plus a bonding experience

While massaging the hair with soothing oils and botanicals can offer a number of skin- and hairsaving benefits, the benefits of hair oiling go far beyond beauty. Not only is the ritual a meditative stress reliever, for many South Asian families, it can be a bonding experience when carried out at least once per week.

To get the most out of this long-standing ritual, we spoke to Diipa Büller-Kholsa, a model and philanthropist, and founder of beauty brand indē wild, for her advice.

The Perfect Pick

Bask in the Benefits. Hair oiling produces shiny, healthier hair, and reduced frizz! A hair oiling ritual also helps with shedding, scalp irritation and can even stimulate hair growth.

Use the Right Oil for Your Needs. Castor Oil and Coconut Oil are commonly used for curbing hair loss. Tea Tree Oil is another and is beneficial for flaky scalps. Neem Oil and Indian Argan Oil are helpful for dry hair.

Make it a Ritual. Commit to a weekly oiling massage. Make it a time of self-care, to fully nourish your hair and scalp, and bring calmness and balance to your mind. Follow a massage focused on acupressure marma points, and even share the experience with someone, like I do with my mother and daughter. Make it a bonding ritual—something you look forward to!

For an indulgent blend, we love the indē wild Champi Hair Oil for its 11 active ingredients, including Castor Oil, Hibiscus Flower Extract, Bhringraj Extract, Brahmi Extract, Indian Argan Oil, and Coconut Oil. $59, indewild.com