
A few weeks back TheBalm had one of their online flash sales (50% off!) and I got the two InStain blushes I'd been eyeing, Lace and Toile. This is a line of "long-wearing powder staining blushes." To be honest, I don't notice the subtle differences in the colors of blush. But I was was looking for a matte blush and these looked so pretty! They included a sachet of the Honey Face and Body Primer, which I will most likely use for my legs when I fly back home.

Above are all six shades from theBalm's website. It seems they've grouped the shades into "spring" and "fall" colors for fair, medium, and deep skin tones. Without noticing this, I purchased the shades for the medium tones, how perfect. Also, the borders match the blush name! ♥






Lace is a pink that looks scarily bright in the pan, but is very pretty and youthful when applied. It reminds me of my No7 marble blusher but more intense, and matte.








The Wrap
Pros
Gorgeous colors in a finely-milled very pigmented formula.Adorable packaging -- I love!
Long-lasting.
Neutral
A bit pricey but worth it, especially the price in Beauty Bar and with sales in the US.theBalm InStain blushes have a full retail price of US $22 or an incredibly reasonable PhP 895 at Beauty Bar in the Philippines.