NYX Buttermelt Blush
TL:DR – The NYX Buttermelt Blush is a buttery, blendable blush with 12 bold shades in matte and glowy finishes. It’s super pigmented, long-lasting, and works beautifully on brown skin. However, it’s easy to overdo, the compact can be finicky, and the faint buttery scent might not be for everyone. A solid, affordable choice if you want bold cheeks that stay put all day!
The breakdown
Let’s talk blush, specifically the NYX Buttermelt Blush. If you’re into soft, buttery cheeks that scream “I woke up like this,” you might want to check these out. This blush is all about pigment, blendability, and a formula so smooth it feels like it was made for melanin-rich skin. With 12 shades in both matte and glowy finishes, it’s got a little something for everyone.
What’s to like
Easy Blending: This blush melts into your skin like a dream, giving a natural, skin-like glow.
Finish Options: Whether you’re a matte kinda gal or you live for that glow, there’s something here for you.
Lasts All Day: It really does hold its ground, even if you’re on team oily skin. No awkward patchiness here!
Shade Variety: From peachy hues to deep plums, these shades deliver across the spectrum, especially for brown skin.
What’s not so likeable
Pigment Overload: These babies are pigmented, and I mean super pigmented. If you’re heavy-handed, proceed with caution. Light touch, and work your way up to the potency you like.
Packaging: The compact can be a bit tricky to open and feels less premium than it could. A mirror in the lid would have been a great touch to take it up a notch as well.
Scented: They have a faint buttery scent that’s hit or miss. If you’re not into fragrances in your makeup, this might bug you.
final thoughts
This blush is a steal for its price and performance, especially if you love bold, buildable pigment that lasts all day. Just go easy with your brush and layer slowly for the perfect cheek moment. Sure, it’s not perfect, but it’s still a winner if you love experimenting with cheek colours that don’t fade away by lunchtime.
Where to Snag It: OK, this is a drugstore product so prices will depend on that. For my people in the UK, you can grab it from Superdrug for £8.99 here (don’t forget your cashback)! My US people can get it direct from the NYX site here for a nice $10.
Best Shades for Brown Skin
Light brown tones: Go for Feeling Butta (a soft coral) or Sooner the Butta (a peachy vibe) for a fresh, warm look.
Medium brown tones: Had Butta (rich terracotta) and Getting Butta (rosy mauve) are perfect for that natural flush.
Deep brown tones: Back and Butta (deep plum) and For the Butta (vivid berry) will pop beautifully against deeper skin tones.
