Everyone asks me how my makeup look natural and glowy. It's all about skin care. I do not use a lot of product but what I use, I use them for last 5 years.
I like to apply blush slightly higher on the cheeks and blend it upwards towards the temples. It helps lift the face and gives a more natural, fresh look.
For a softer finish, I always blend well so it melts into the skin instead of sitting on top.