As the seasons transition, updating your makeup collection is essential to ensure you are using the right products for the changing weather. Emily Atack opts for a richer blush shade from Merit’s Flush Balm Cream (£26) as autumn arrives.

Makeup artist Lydia Barnes praises the Merit blush, particularly the shade Postmodern, for its ability to provide a natural warmth to the skin, aligning perfectly with the French girl aesthetic favored during this season.

The Flush Balm Cream by Merit offers a lightweight, buildable formula that delivers a natural flush to the cheeks without masking the skin’s texture. Infused with vitamin E and free of acne-triggering ingredients, it is ideal for sensitive skin.

This blush is beginner-friendly and forgiving, allowing for easy application directly onto the skin or with a brush. Its sheer finish blends effortlessly, enabling you to adjust the intensity gradually.

For those seeking similar options, Jones Road’s Miracle Balm (£38) serves as a versatile product that functions as a blusher, bronzer, and highlighter in one. Alternatively, The Beauty Crop’s Glow Milk Luminous Blush Powder (£8) offers a silky powder formula for a more manageable application.

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