Review and Swatch: theBalm Instain Long-Wearing Powder Staining Blush, Argyle

theBalm Instain Long-Wearing Powder Staining Blush, Argyle (6.5 g/0.23 oz)

I have been eyeing theBalm's Instain blushes ever since they came out last year, but I just couldn't make the jump. To be honest, I don't find the packaging as cute as their other products. Yes, packaging matters and you know it. When theBalm had their 50% off sale a few weeks ago, I threw the colour Argyle into my shopping cart to round-out my cheek product haul. 

The official claim
theBalm’s long-wearing, STAINING powder blush is a fashion must have! With six shades, perfect for all seasons and skin tones, it will give your cheeks color that won’t quit.

Argyle is a described on theBalm's website as a "petal pink", however a better description would be a blue-based bubblegum pink. It has a matte finish that really does last all day, so if you are looking for a long-wearing blush, I would definitely check these out. 

I would compare them to Tarte's Amazonian Clay  12-Hour blushes, but I can honestly say that the Instain's wear longer as they act as a stain on your cheeks and they also are much more pigmented. Use a light hand when applying it and if you feel you need more, just layer up. The texture is fine but not overly powdery. 

Check out my review and swatches of Tarte's Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush in Exposed here.

I like how this blush gave a healthy glow to my cheeks. I don't own too many blushes in the colour, so it's nice to have the option for a bubblegum pink. They retail on theBalm;s website for $22, but they are always having a sale, so wait and grab it then if you can. You can also find theBalm products at London Drugs and Rexall. I know Rexall has great sales on theBalm too, so keep an eye out for it. 

Let me know your thoughts!

What is your favourite long-wearing blush?

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