I find that sometimes the best and most interesting things happen on a random Thursday when you’re not expecting them to.

Today, I have a fun one. Ever wanted a blush that you can use on your cheeks and as a contour? Something that will give you a warm, radiant glow on cold dreary days, and cheekbones when you’re having a bit of a fat day?

I have what you’re looking for – no, really, I do. It’s Korres Zea Mays Blush in 15 Natural. I’ve got a review and swatch comparisons after the jump.

Before I go any further, I should say that I realise now that my picture of the blush in the pan is too pink. The actual colour of the blush is much closer to that of a bronzer, but… you get the idea.

Korres Zea Mays 15 Natural Blush is a warm, neutral shade. There’s a touch of peachy bronze, and a slight shimmer-sheen. It isn’t dirty, it isn’t orange, and… it’s just perfect on my warm skin.

It isn’t massively pigmented which I like – it allows me to build up the colour when and if I need it. The texture is really smooth, and it’s a dream to apply.

I’ve been wearing it as a contour some days, and as a back-of-the-cheeks blush other days as well. I’ll definitely have a face of the day post up soon so you can see how it looks on my skin, but for now here are some swatches.

Left is MAC Lilicent Blushcreme (a flesh-toned pink, now discontinued), Arbonne Apricot Blush (reviewed here), Korres Zea Mays Blush in 15 Natural, and Becca Mineral Bronzing Powder in Duende (more here). I wanted you all to see how it compares to something pinky, apricot, and an actual bronzer, so you can see the colour variances.

As you can see, Korres Natural sits right in between them.

I love Korres products and I’m fanatical about their mascaras, so I was keen to give the blushes a go. This didn’t disappoint and I’m definitely off to get more.

It’s the holy grail of natural blushes for me, which is fitting considering the name.

I bought mine from Bath & Unwind, but if you’re planning a trip to Greece, I would definitely suggest you bring a spare carry on so you can load up on as much Korres as you can get your little mits on.

I have 16 Pink to show you tomorrow, but in the meantime here are the shades in the Korres Zea Mays Range:

• 15 Natural
• 16 Pink
• 18 Peach
• 22 Purple
• 32 Purple Brown
• 44 Orange
• 45 Coral
• 47 Orange Brown

If you’re wondering what Zea Mays means, it refers to what’s in the blush – Corn!

Cost?
Australia: $49.95 from Kit Cosmetics
UK: £17.50 from Bath and Unwind
USA: $24 from KorresUSA

Full Disclosure: I bought this myself.

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