5 Blush Shades Inspired By Sweet Summer Produce

Tomatoes and peaches might rule the farmer’s market this time of year, but on our vanities it’s all about blush season. Think juicy peaches and sun-ripened tomatoes, bottled up in a blush that give us that just-back-from-holiday glow (even if we’ve only been to our local grocery store). We’ve rounded up the best blushes to help us fake our most sunkissed look yet, no SPF mishaps required. —Vicki Duong

rhode pocket blush in sun soak ($38). A warm spiced orange that delivers a just-back-from-the-sun glow. This long-wearing formula gives a flush that won’t budge, hydrates for baby-soft cheeks, and never feels greasy or sticky. Made with peptides and tamanu oil, it blends seamlessly into skin. Initially released in limited edition summer packaging, Sun Soak will now join Rhode’s core line as the brand enters Sephora.

charlotte tilbury unreal blush stick in peachy glow ($57). This poppy peach stick adds a fresh golden hour flush to cheeks and lips. The creamy formula blends easily and leaves a soft, second-skin finish that feels weightless. Infused with hyaluronic acid and a plant-derived active that supports natural collagen production, it helps keep skin smooth, hydrated and plump while giving you a healthy, sun-blushed glow year-round.

nyx cosmetics buttermelt blush in had butta ($17.49). This bright tomato red-orange is a drugstore find that really packs a punch, so a light hand goes a long way. The buttery formula blends easily for a smooth, even finish and is made with mango, almond and shea butters to keep skin comfortable. Despite the bold pigment, it layers well if you want to build intensity, making it as versatile as it is affordable.

nars the multiple in hot take ($51). NARS has reimagined many of its signature shades in cream form with The Multiple, a jumbo stick that can be used on cheeks, eyes and lips. Hot Take, an apricot hue, gives a warm flush that melts seamlessly into skin. For extra impact, layer it with the matching powder blush to dial up the colour and staying power.

haus lab color fuse blush balm stick in glass tangelo ($47). Lady Gaga clearly knows what she’s doing with this true orange shade that sits right between tomato red and peach. The balm-stick formula melts effortlessly into skin and blends easily with just your fingertips, leaving a fresh, juicy finish. Glassy Tangelo instantly wakes up the complexion and brings that sunkissed brightness with minimal effort.