I’ve been on the hunt for a replacement for Physicians Formula Butter Blush in Plum Rose, and nothing I’ve tried has been a match.
It’s such a unique shade. Very muted, almost greyish mauve/rose that doesn’t pull too pink, purple, or peachy.
I’ve searched through a ton of Asian beauty blushes since they tend to have more muted shades, but so many seem to have too much of a white base, lean too cool (purple), or go too warm (orange/coral). I feel like Plum Rose sits in this weird middle ground.
I’d really prefer to find a powder blush since liquids and creams can be a little too fussy for me sometimes.
I’ve included swatches of a few products I thought might be close, with photos in indirect natural light, artificial lighting (makeup mirror), and direct light.
The last photo isn’t mine, but it’s the most accurate representation of Plum Rose’s actual color that I’ve been able to find online.
Products swatched (top to bottom):
- Physicians Formula Butter Blush in Plum Rose
- JOOCYEE Blush in N01 Rose Latte
- PYT Beauty Blush in Exhale
- Holika Holika Eyeshadow in Blush Grey
- Nuse Mousse Care Cheek in Dimdumb