10 no-brush blushes.

1) NARS Matte Multipurpose Make-up Stick 2) Josie Maran Argan Color Stick  3) Smashbox O-GLOW Intuitive Cheek Color with Goji Berry-C Complex 4) Topshop Blush Stick 5) Miracle Skin Tinted Sculpturing Balm Cheek Contouring Blush Stick 6) Clinique Blushwear Cream Stick 7) Tarte Cheek Stain 8) Giorgio Armani Maestro Fusion Blush 9) Mai Couture Blush Papier Combo 10) Cargo Color Stick

If I could describe my make-up routine in one word, it would be simple. I wear make-up on an almost daily basis, but I like to keep my application to under three minutes. {I value my beauty sleep!} It may sound crazy, but I have it down to a bit of science. When I found blush sticks, I discovered a "grown-up" version of the gel blush from Bonne Bell that I used to wear in 1999. While I do use a brush for my bronzer, I don't want to tote around a separate one for my blush. I love the fact I can concentrate my blush in one particular area with a blush stick.

I have both the NARS and Tarte sticks, which are easy to pack for work trips, vacations, and spontaneous weekends away. I like the NARS stick for everyday use. The Tarte stain is often my date night and special occasion pick for its bold color.  I love the dewy look that both give, but most of all, I love their simplicity. Do you use a blush stick or are you a fan of more "traditional" blush? xoxo {av}