What Exactly Is Blush Stacking?

If you’ve been scrolling through beauty content lately, you’ve probably seen the term ‘blush stacking’ popping up everywhere. And no, it’s not just another TikTok trend…it’s actually a really clever technique that gives your skin that natural, multidimensional flush that looks like it’s coming from within instead of sitting on top of your foundation.

It’s something that makeup artists have been doing for years but we’ve never really put a tag or trending name to it. The same goes for techniques such as ‘the sandwiching technique’ or melting your powder in with setting spray. Nowadays theres a trending name for everything.

So, What Is Blush Stacking?

Blush stacking is exactly what it sounds like…layering different blush formulas or textures to create a seamless, long lasting, and skin like finish. Think of it like building depth and dimension with blush instead of just color.

Usually, it involves applying a cream or liquid blush first, then lightly setting it with a powder blush in a similar tone (or slightly lighter). The combination locks the pigment in place while still giving your skin that soft, blurred glow that lasts all day.