Homemade Blush

I got spoiled when I worked at a department store makeup counter with all of the high end products I was getting for free. When I moved and could no longer work for that store, I struggled with the fact that I could no longer purchase the products I loved so much because I could not afford $40 foundation, $25 eyeliner, $30 mascara, or $95 moisturizers. I am a slowly recovering addict. This recipe for homemade blush has helped. Sometimes, the feeling of saving money overpowers the feeling of wearing products from that certain high-end makeup line. 

You'll Need:

Water
Baby powder 
Red food coloring

In a bowl, mix your desired amount of food coloring (1-2 drops for light pink, 3-4 drops for medium pink, 5-6 drops for dark pink/red) with 3 tbsp water. Add baby powder 1 tbsp at a time until you reach the consistency of soft clay and becomes kind of chalky. Make sure you mix well. It will begin to sort of break up when it is ready. Use your finger tips to press the mixture into an old blush compact or small jar with a lid. Let the mixture air dry over night.
Use like you would store bought blush. Apply to the apples of the cheeks with either a sponge or a blush brush. 

Wow! And the blush I had been getting for free from work retailed for $49! This blush costs less than $5!