CREDIT: MARIE CLAIRE
Try adding a pop of colour to your complexion this spring!

Even though it may not be feeling like spring is coming any time soon in Ontario, it's time to start channeling that nice weather and the perfect way to do that is by brightening up your makeup.

To get rid of that dreary winter complexion, change up your blush colour or start adding a blush to your makeup routine because it is one of the best ways to bring a whole new light to your face. Blush can be a tough product to pick out because you don't want it to be too dark, too light or too red etc. However, there are many staple blushes that have been around for a long time as well as new launches that will make your choice that much easier to make.

In the spring it is always best to have a blush that is bright and colourful and if you want a quick solution, you want to head to Nars.

Nars' famous “Orgasm” blush looks good on everyone. It is a beautiful coral colour that has the perfect balance of orange and pink as well as it has the right amount of shimmer to bring that glow back to your complexion.

Nars has also just released a whole new line of matte “Multiples” which is a cream product that can be used for the cheeks and the lips! Another great thing about this product is that it can be used wet or dry. If you like that intense, bold colour, blend the product onto the skin as is but if you want something more subtle and soft, add some water and you will get a beautiful wash of colour.

If you want to add some contour and highlight to your complexion as well, Shiseido will be launching its Face Colour Enhancing Trio. They not only come in four beautiful shades (peach, lychee, apple and plum) but they all include a highlight and contour powder. These face trios can either be used individually or can be blended together to create a harmonized colour that will brighten your complexion.

If you have never worn blush before or are a minimalist, you may want to try one of Benefit's cheek tints. These are very sheer in colour and can be used not only for the cheeks but for the lips as well. They now have four different shades (orchid, rose, poppy-pink and mango) that work well with any complexion. The cheek tints are also very easy to use as you just need to tap the product onto your cheeks with your fingers.

Start channeling spring and the warmer weather by brightening up your complexion. If you are an avid blush user, change up your colour or if you have never worn blush before, try it! The amount of difference a pop of colour can add to your complexion is tremendous!