Alisa Janai
Summer is here, calling for sun-kissed skin and a natural glow. This season, the makeup world is channeling warmth with the “sunset blush” trend. Taking inspiration from the fiery hues of the sky, this stunning technique blends pink and orange for a dimensional, flattering blush.
Layering blush is nothing new, but rising beauty star Alyssa Janai is dazzling her 900,000 followers with innovative, vibrant looks, including this blush. “When I first saw the orange blush, an idea popped into my head. I thought it would be fun to create a sunset ombré using these colors and a cream blush,” Janai told ESSENCE. “I never thought it would happen!” [go viral] “I just enjoyed wearing makeup. I’m happy to be able to inspire so many people to enjoy and experiment with makeup.” Her joy and honesty exudes, making her an inspiration to many.
Since then, she’s become a massive TikTok hit, racking up over 8 million views and thousands of women copying her look. Why? Because it’s not only beautiful, but also incredibly easy to pull off. “It’s super easy! Just put on two dots of pink and two dots of orange, then layer some gold highlighter on top,” Janney explains. The method blends seamlessly for a 3D gradient effect that mimics the warm hues of the setting sun.
If you’re looking to jazz up your blush for an upcoming rooftop party or summer wedding, Janay has your back. Below, the content creator shares her tips for recreating the viral sunset blush look.
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Use a cream-based product
Color placement and blending is key for a smooth transition of color on the cheeks. For best results, the creator recommends using cream products. “Cream products are easier to blend, give a dewy finish, and enhance the ombre effect,” she explains. Her drugstore favorites are ELF blush and Milani’s gorgeous gold highlighter. Cream blushes are perfect for this look because they’re easy to blend, give a dewy finish, and enhance the ombre effect.
Choose the right shade
When it comes to matching Sunset Blush to your skin tone, Janay says, “For lighter skin tones, replace the peach and orange with a lighter peach and softer pink. Opt for a champagne highlighter instead of gold.” This way, everyone can enjoy this radiant look.
Prevents blush from falling off
To ensure your blush stays vibrant all day, Janney recommends a setting spray: “Avoid powder, as it can dull the look. A good setting spray will lock everything in place without ruining the fresh finish.”
