NARS
NARS Blush N (903 Impassioned)
NARS Blush N (903 Impassioned)
@cosme rating: 5.4/7.0
NARS's legendary powder blush — now upgraded with a talc-free formula and 27+ shades across matte, satin, and shimmer finishes — that delivers sheer, buildable color with 16-hour wear and a soft-focus effect on pores and texture.
✓ 100% authentic
✓ Ships from Japan in 3-5 days
✓ Duties prepaid for US orders
✓ Tracked delivery via Japan Post
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What it is
The NARS Blush N is one of those products that gets described differently by everyone who uses it, because the shade range is wide enough that it genuinely behaves differently depending on what you choose. A talc-free, silky powder that moves across skin without catching on texture, applies sheer, and builds without patchiness. It also lasts a very long time — reviewers regularly describe using one for months before seeing the bottom.
Ingredients
(1) Pure Pigment Blend (4-pigment blend): NARS's proprietary system that delivers accurate, vibrant color without muddiness or patchiness
(2) Pearlescent Pigments: scatter and reflect light to soften the appearance of pores and uneven texture
(3) Talc-free base: a lightweight, smooth-application formula that feels clean on skin and reduces buildup
(4) Soft-focus powder base: blurs surface imperfections while color is applied — no separate primer step needed
Note: NARS Blush N is free from talc, silicone, alcohol, PEG, EDTA, parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and sulfates.
How to use
Tap a fluffy blush brush into the pan and tap off any excess powder before applying. Sweep upward from the apple of the cheek toward the temples in a soft C-motion. For a more concentrated flush, use a denser brush and apply directly to the cheekbone. To add dimension, use a shimmer shade at the top of the cheekbone and a matte shade just below in the hollow. Blend any edges with a clean brush. Lightly dust remaining product on the brush along the hairline, temples, or bridge of the nose for a sun-kissed effect.
We ship internationally from Japan!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this authentic?
Yes. We only buy from official retailers and directly from the brands here in Japan. Never resellers, never grey market stock.
We are beauty lovers too, so we know the worry, especially with something you are putting on your face. Authenticity is 100% guaranteed by us.
What are your shipping rates?
On orders under US$75, shipping is a flat US$20 to the United States and US$10 to all other countries.
Orders of US$75 or more ship free, applied automatically at checkout. Your exact shipping cost is shown before you pay.
How long does delivery take?
These estimates are for International Airmail (Tracked) and include 3 to 5 business days of processing in Japan.
- United States: 12 to 15 business days
- Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany: 9 to 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Finland, India, Indonesia, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland: 10 to 13 business days
- China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam: 8 to 10 business days
- Rest of the world: 11 to 18 business days
Actual delivery can be affected by customs clearance, seasonal congestion, or carrier delays in the destination country, all of which are outside our control.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes. As of 22 July 2026, we offer International Express Mail through Japan Post. The cost is based on order weight and is calculated automatically at checkout.
Will I pay customs or import fees?
US orders: No. As of July 1, 2026, all US orders ship DDP (duties delivered prepaid), meaning we prepay all import duties on our end. Nothing is due at your door.
Orders outside the US: Possibly. Duties and import taxes are set by your local customs authority and are not collected at checkout, so any charges on delivery are your responsibility.
We're working on rolling out prepaid duties for more countries soon.
It's not too thick, and it contains pearl, so it also acts as a highlighter. It's also cute when layered with other blushes! Thank you.
I'm a blush fanatic. This year, I've been interested in pink, so I've bought from various places, but the color really comes out as it appears, and what's amazing is that it makes my pores disappear and the color shines, so I'm happy that my skin looks beautiful, so I decided to write a review! It's a cute pink, but not childish; perhaps it's like cherry blossom pink? It's an exquisite pink. I looked to buy other colors, but 906 was already sold out... I regret not buying it. I thought NARS was amazing, as expected.
I bought it thinking it was a blush, but it's actually a soft, bright pink? Or maybe orange? It blends in beautifully with the skin and gives it a natural, flushed look. It's a magical blush with a sex appeal. But it's not just that! I was so amazed! The moment I applied it with the brush, the teardrop pores on my cheeks disappeared! The color is so natural and blends in so well, I tried applying it to various areas of my face where I wanted to hide pores, and they disappeared, giving me a flushed, natural look! I was so surprised I couldn't decide whether to use it as a blush or to blur pores. It's amazing. It's a blush that I truly want to keep using.
I've always wanted this blush, so I bought it! It was my first time using it, but the color was great and I think it would go well with pretty much any makeup look. It's a blush I'll be using for a long time to come! I'm hoping to get more colors too!