Dior Icone (720) Rouge Blush ($45.00 for 0.22 oz.) is a stunning deep plum shade that features subtle, warm red undertones, perfectly complemented by a barely-there satin finish. This blush is designed to enhance your natural beauty, providing a pop of color that can elevate any makeup look. Its versatile hue makes it suitable for various skin tones, allowing for a radiant glow that lasts throughout the day. Whether you’re aiming for a subtle flush or a more dramatic look, this blush adapts beautifully to your application technique and skin type, ensuring you achieve a flawless finish every time.
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Here’s a curated list of potential dupes that the editor has identified, awaiting rating and official entry into our database. These alternatives offer similar shades or finishes to the Dior Icone (720) Rouge Blush, providing options for beauty enthusiasts seeking variety.
- Anastasia Exotic (PiP, ).
- Benefit Moone (P, $29.00).
- Viseart Plum #3 (PiP, ).
- ColourPop Please-blossom (LE, $7.00).
- Melt Cosmetics Fire Fury (P, $22.00).
- Fenty Beauty Summertime Wine (P, $20.00).
- Pat McGrath Night Bloom (LE, $44.00).
- Huda Beauty Baddie Berry (P, $25.50).
- Black Up NBL 03 (P, $26.50).
- NARS Premiere (LE, $30.00).
In-Depth Analysis of the Dior Blush Formula
$45.00/0.22 oz. – $204.55 Per Ounce
The formula is celebrated for its “silky” and “lightweight” texture, designed for long-wearing performance with “buildable” intensity. During application, the blushes exhibited a smooth and lightweight consistency that was finely milled, striking a balance between being too powdery and not too firmly pressed into the pan. This ensures that you can achieve your desired look without excessive effort or mess.
Throughout my testing, most of the shades displayed medium, buildable pigmentation that made them hard to overdo, while still allowing for higher coverage if that’s what you desire. They applied effortlessly, blending seamlessly into the skin. The blushes maintained a semi-matte finish, with the more shimmery options providing a subtle sheen rather than overt shimmer, which resulted in a sophisticated metallic finish that complements a wide range of looks.
On my skin, the majority of hues I tested lasted around eight hours before any signs of fading appeared, showcasing impressive longevity. Additionally, there was a delightful soft, floral scent to the powders, enhancing the overall user experience without being overwhelming.
Discover more by browsing all of our Dior Rouge Blush swatches, showcasing the extensive color range and finishes available.
Comprehensive Ingredient Breakdown
#18560 SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE • MICA • LAUROYL LYSINE • SILICA • ZINC STEARATE • CELLULOSE • MAGNESIUM MYRISTATE • OCTYLDODECYL STEAROYL STEARATE • BIS-BEHENYL/ISOSTEARYL/PHYTOSTERYL DIMER DILINOLEYL DIMER DILINOLEATE • DICAPRYLYL ETHER • KAOLIN • BORON NITRIDE • HIBISCUS SABDARIFFA FLOWER EXTRACT • IRIS FLORENTINA ROOT EXTRACT • AQUA (WATER) • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN • SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE • PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) • PENTYLENE GLYCOL • STEARIC ACID • TOCOPHEROL • HYDROLYZED VIOLA TRICOLOR EXTRACT • 1,2-HEXANEDIOL • SODIUM BENZOATE • POTASSIUM SORBATE • [+/- CI 77491, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES) • CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE) • CI 73360 (RED 30 LAKE)]
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