NARS • Gina • Blush

TaraAliceBuckT on 2/23/2013 3:38:00 AM more reviews by TaraAliceBuckT

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Green    

NARS blushes are pricey but they'll last you a long time. A little goes a long way. I use Gina practically every day. I own several other NARS blushes in various shades and I love Gina because unlike a lot of NARS blushes, its not shimmery. I have a natural redness in my cheeks. Usually this is covered by foundation, but sometimes pink blushes make me look too red in the face. Gina is the perfect peach. I found Taj Mahal to be WAY too orange on my fair skin. Gina is just a delightful color that brightens up my whole face and makes me look alive.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Horny on 2/4/2013 11:08:00 AM more reviews by Horny

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Olive, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Coarse   Eyes: Hazel    

When I first bought this blush, I had dark red hair and no matter how hard I tried I just could not get this colour to look good on me (NC30/C4 skin colour) so it was put in the drawer and forgotten about. Fast forward to half a year later, I now have medium/dark blonde hair after deciding to return to my real hair colour and annoyingly all the colours I used when I had red hair were not working for me. So I pulled Gina out thinking I may as well give it one last shot! Well it turned out to be the best thing I did as now the colour suits me perfectly! It is a very true peach colour, and doesnt pull pink or red on me at all. I think it gives me a lovely beachy/summery glow now! The texture is great, very easy to blend however this blush is very pigmented, so a light hand is needed. Nars blushes are well worth the money!

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*TOP REVIEWER* Parisa909 on 1/27/2013 11:22:00 AM more reviews by Parisa909

Age: 19-24   Skin: Other, Olive   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

Too orange on my cheeks. Even with a light hand it just runs orange on me, not peach. Gilda is much better for my NC25 skintone. It's a matte blush, with incredible pigmentation. As you expect from NARS, the staying power in phenomenal. Had to give this to a friend, not flattering on me at all.

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RunawayGirl on 12/23/2012 6:30:00 PM more reviews by RunawayGirl

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Tan, Warm   Hair: Black, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

Nars Gina [First blush from Nars] is a gorgeous peachy warm color on my NC25 skin. I'm really glad this was a hit for me! I can lightly tap on a little which won't look too much with a smokey eye and then I could tap on a lot more if I want to look flourished (w/o the smokes). I must be careful because even though this comes on light, it is also easy to overdo on pigmentation and I could come off looking unnatural. Gina isn't that easy to find as some Sephora stores don't carry it. This is $36 CAN and well worth it. Ok, I was sort've slightly moved as pictures made the blush seem bigger as it is zoomed in and when I opened it, it seemed small but I realize since it is well pigmented, it would last for quite some time.
All in all, I adore this little rectangle filled peachy mattified goodness!

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*TOP REVIEWER* smurfkitten on 12/13/2012 8:48:00 PM more reviews by smurfkitten

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Neutral   Hair: Blond, Straight, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

I have fair skin that tans extremely well. In the past, I have been wary of “apricot,” “coral,” or “peachy” shades looking orange on me. Gina, however, complements the natural warmth of my tanned skin instead of contrasting with it, despite NARS’ slightly scary description of it being “tangerine.” I usually pair it with NARS Laguna bronzer to make my skin look really luminous. I have had only positive experiences with NARS blushes (my other favourites are Orgasm, Deep Throat, and Outlaw); I find they have consistently great pigmentation and fine textures, lending themselves to easily buildable colour. With a light hand, Gina gives a natural-looking glow to fair skin. Gently layering on the colour will add intensity to those with darker skintones.

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babyshark on 8/27/2012 3:44:00 PM more reviews by babyshark

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Medium, Warm   Hair: Black, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Black    

this is my fave NARS blush. It adds a pretty tangerine-ish flush on my face . :)

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sophlizz on 7/28/2012 5:43:00 AM more reviews by sophlizz

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Brown, Wavy   Eyes: Brown    

This was my first NARS blush & i've got to say the pigmentation is amazing, a little goes a long way. I've got fair skin (NW15 at MAC), & Gina just looks orange on me. I want to love this product so much, as it looks so beautiful swatched, but unfortunately it isn't for me. It will look beautiful on people with more tanned skin, as it may bring out the pink in it, but on me, it just looks orange. A high quality product & i do recommend it, but sadly, not for people with my skin tone. :(

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*TOP REVIEWER* channingto on 7/6/2012 5:08:00 PM more reviews by channingto

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Medium, Warm   Hair: Black, Fine   Eyes: Black    

I love peachy/orangey blushes. In the pan, it looked more pink than what I'd expected from seeing swatches and pictures online.. but on my cheeks it is a gorgeous peachy color with a tiny bit of pink.. not so much orange on me (which I don't mind). I'm warm toned, NC30-32 very yellow.. it looks fabulous! I use my Sigma angled contour brush to apply this

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CaramelBae on 6/21/2012 1:45:00 AM more reviews by CaramelBae

Age: 19-24   Skin: Oily, Dark, Warm   Hair: Black, Relaxed, Coarse   Eyes: Brown    

Out of my 10 Nars blushes that I own this is my absolute favorite! I reach for this so often this has become my everyday blush I definitely recommend this as a must have for everyone! It is the most gorgeous peach color and it instantly warms up my Nc45 skin, I think this could work for a range of skintones from light to dark. Don't be discourage to try this because of how pale it looks in pan it does not translate that way to the skin at all! This is my favorite nars blush and I will love it forever! This is the only blush out of all the ones I own thats evenly remotely close to hitting pan I would definitely repurchase and recommend this to everyone!

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PromiscuousGayCroMagnon on 5/20/2012 5:13:00 PM more reviews by PromiscuousGayCroMagnon

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

Love love love this blush. I have this blush along with a few others form NARS. Im AA and this is the perfect "glow" color for me. Its described as a true tangerine and thats accurate. Absolutely no chalkiness but it doesn't look orange either. NARS blushes have rarely let me down. The texture and pigmentation makes them very easy to work with. I would repurchase. Swatches in my profile.

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AndreaShortell on 4/23/2012 7:35:00 AM more reviews by AndreaShortell

Age: 19-24   Skin: Sensitive, Fair   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Other    

this blush is a gorgeous tangerine colour which gives a natural flush to my yellow toned NC20 skin tone. applied to the apples of the cheeks with NARS Laguna makes a really nice combination.

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Romanybriannah on 4/1/2012 8:50:00 PM more reviews by Romanybriannah

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

I would never have even looked twice at Gina if it hadn't been for the sales assistant in Mecca who suggested it and the reviews on here. I'm really glad I did. Luster has been my HG for a few years now but gina is definitely a better day time blush. I totally get what other reviewers mean when they say gina gives that glow from within! I apply the SMALLEST amount of gina to my cheeks and then (if I want a bit more definition) I contour my cheek bones with Nars Zen. I highlight/blend with Nars Nico and then a touch of Nars Albatross. What I love about Gina is it gives more of a golden/peachy glow, whereas Luster tends to be a lot more pink on me. Even being light-handed it can look a little too much but gina is so natural. Probably helps it's much more matte. I think the more important thing to keep in mind if you do want to try gina is to be very, very careful how much you apply. Especially if you are fair like me. I personally believe this shade should suit most skin tones if applied properly.

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papillon212 on 3/16/2012 5:08:00 PM more reviews by papillon212

Age: 19-24   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

This blush is beautiful, but I would expect nothing less from NARS. Apricot/orange-y colors are really great for people like me who have redder undertones. It is great for sculpting. I usually add some pink on the apples like Desire or Gaiety, looks really pretty. This has become my everyday blush.

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Saraah14 on 3/16/2012 8:05:00 AM more reviews by Saraah14

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Dry, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Hazel    

I love this blush! On me, its a peachy/apricot colour and looks really pretty on the cheeks. I thought this would be too orange on my NW15 skintone but not all! You can wear it sheer (like I do) or build it up if you have a darker skintone. I especially love wearing this on holidays when I'm a bit tanner and it looks fab! Would highly recommend to anyone!

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sophrowland on 2/26/2012 2:32:00 PM more reviews by sophrowland

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

This was my first NARS product i ever bought & i bought it in a small shop, which just had swatches, so after swatching various blushes on my hand, i decided to buy Gina, as it looked a gorgeous peach colour. However, when i got home & tried it on my cheeks, it looked orange, as i am quite pale. After having it for over 3 months now, i have learnt that NARS blushes are very pigmented & you can achieve a gorgeous look if you use a duo fibre/stippling brush. After use these tips, Gina gives me a beautiful peachy colour & now its my everyday blush.

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aznbunny on 2/24/2012 9:48:00 AM more reviews by aznbunny

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Cool   Hair: Black, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I love this blush! On me, it's a cross between apricot and orange (I'm NW20-25), and although it's matte, it imparts a subtle sheen and brightens up my complexion. The formula is fantastic - smooth and easy to work with, and it also lasts all day. Gina was well worth the splurge!

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tokiomama on 2/17/2012 11:23:00 PM more reviews by tokiomama

Age: 19-24   Skin: Very Dry, Olive, Cool   Hair: Black, Curly, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

Really pretty color. i think its universally flattering to all skin tones and it looks awesome with NARS Dolce Vita Velvet matte or Lipstick. The only bad part is I have many blushes that look EXACTLY like this. One is my Smashbox Regal. And I think that one has a better packaging since its padded my blush wont break if i drop it. overall though its a beautiful peachy-orange color that adds a nice warm glow to pasty yellow undertoned face like mine (fair medium skin).

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*TOP REVIEWER* nadeen4ever on 1/29/2012 12:40:00 PM more reviews by nadeen4ever

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Tan   Hair: Black, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

In my opinion this is the best blush color for nc 40 - 42 ladies it's a nice peachy color .. with matte finish so when i apply my highlighter on my cheekbone i dont end up with a glitter miss i do end up with when i use glittery blush .. its never over the top even if i apply it with a heavy hand it never give a clownish look if you know what i mean ...love it ..over all ..if you have tan or olive skin tone and into matte blush this is for you ..will buy again

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Kebella on 1/10/2012 3:56:00 AM more reviews by Kebella

Age: 36-43   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Red, Curly, Medium   Eyes: Hazel    

I've always tended to go for pink blushers thinking they would give me that youthful looking blush I was aiming for. I was happy with Benetint but it was starting to sink into my pores and emphasisng them so I thought I would move onto a power blush and thought a change of colour was in order. After reading a few reviews on Gina I am now a convert. It picks up pigment really well (something a recently bought Chanel blush failed to do) and gives a lovely, natural looking blush. I've recieved two compliments since wearing it. Really easy to apply - I've used a kubuki and a Chanel brush and both worked really well. I haven't found it too intense at all and think it will last for a long time. I've thrown my other blushes in the drawer and only using this one now, although I am keen to try a few other colours too. I will only buy Nars blush from now on!

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*TOP REVIEWER* kathrynb23 on 10/31/2011 7:39:00 PM more reviews by kathrynb23

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Medium, Neutral   Hair: Black, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

I brought this 2 years ago and have worn it every now and then since. Only recently did I really learn to really appreciate it, having worn it almost everyday for the last month.
Again quality is the same as any other NARS blush, top of their game.
To me this is the Perfect Peach! I know on the website it's describe as a true tangerine, but whatever!
I believe this is a matte finish, and when blended properly, this colour gives an absolutely amazing glowing flush. This is one of those colour that soo versatile regardless of season or occasion.
I usually just tap my flat top kabuki in the pan once, light dab it on my cheeks and then blend. A little goes a long way and yes it is really pigmented.
I'm NC30 in terms of complexion and most peach blush usually dont go well with my complexion, but this blush does.

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