Uncover the 9 Game-Changing Blushes Under $15 That Make Pros Fight for the Spotlight—Boost Your Look Without Breaking the Bank!

E.l.f. Cosmetics is doing something right, as its products are always found in the makeup bags of Bazaar‘s beauty editors. This blush, in particular, is one of Sewell’s favorites because it’s “super creamy and easy to blend,” she says. “The colors are gorgeous too!”

What reviewers say: “These are great! Well pigmented, and look gorgeous on.” —Annie

Flower Beauty (Drew Barrymore’s brand) makes a soft cream powder blush that Sewell calls “gorgeous” in both texture and packaging.

What reviewers say: “I had heard the buzz about these, so I finally got one. I picked up ‘Sweet Pea’ — a very pretty color. Nice texture. Easy to blend. Adorable flower-shaped pan.[…]I have one in ‘Warm Hibiscus’ on the way. Looks like a very infamous blush shade that costs way more.” —Christine

As the name suggests, this is a blush for a “sunkissed” look that acts as a hybrid blush and bronzer with a luminous finish. “It’s like a thin liquid blush in gorgeous glowy shades,” says Sewell.

What reviewers say: “I don’t wear foundation, so powder blushes and bronzers don’t work for me. I purchased shade #1 as a blush and shade #11 as a bronzer. They melt into my bare skin so beautifully, and look so natural! LOVE!!” —Angel

This Maybelline Fit Me blush is super pigmented and blurring, making it a great pick for anyone looking for a filtered look and long-wearing performance.

What reviewers say: “I decided to try this in 25 Pink and it looks so good. It’s not too heavy and provides the perfect amount of pink. I used a setting spray and it stayed on all night.” —Rae

The stick blush is an excellent option for anyone on the go. This chubby stick from E.L.F. is amazing because the color is pigmented but blendable and can be used on cheeks and lips. Plus, it’s only five bucks.

What reviewers say: “I actually tried this multistick for the first time recently and fell in love! I was immediately a fan, especially in the shade ‘Luminous Berry’. I was so impressed I became obsessed with how pigmented this item is and how well and effortlessly it blends.”—Jennifer

If you like the famous Lumi Glotion, an all-over face highlighter, you’ll love the liquid blush formula, which is similarly dewy and radiant.

What reviewers say: “The best affordable liquid blush. It’s very nice easy to apply and true to the color, the consistency is very good, you just need a little bit and it blends very easily and nicely.” —Karol

E.L.F.’s Halo Glow Filter is one of its best-sellers, and it led to the production of a dedicated blush with a similar shimmery finish. The cushion-tip applicator makes blending easy, even with just your fingers.

What reviewers say: “I have been using this product for a year. It gives the right amount of cheekbone highlights. My only complaint is that it’s messy when you put the cap back on.” —Christine

This is a long-lasting, super-pigmented cheek color that doubles as a lip color. It has a precision doe-foot applicator and a velvety texture that blends seamlessly and feels like second skin.

What reviewers say: “Please don’t discontinue this! This is the best long-lasting drugstore blush on the market.” —Star

This cream blush by Milani is versatile and foolproof. The balm reads as a natural flush of color that can be applied all over the face. To prolong the wear, set it with a powder blush in a similar shade.

What reviewers say: “I absolutely love this. It’s so easy to apply and looks gorgeous on. No more struggling to blend…it’s as simple as a couple of dabs.” —V