Rhode Pocket Blush Review: Every Shade Tried, Loved (or Not)

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Looking for a blush that fits in your pocket and flatters your skin? Enter the Rhode Pocket Blush, Hailey Bieber’s latest drop that’s been breaking the internet and selling out faster than glazed donut skin at Sephora. I tried all 11 shades of this cream blush stick—from the cool-toned “Sleepy Girl” to the fiery “Spicy Marg”—and I’m here to tell you which ones are worth the hype and which ones are more… influencer fantasy than everyday essential.

Whether you’re a fan of Rhode Skin or just on the hunt for your next go-to blush, here’s your no-fluff guide to this viral launch.

What is the Rhode Pocket Blush?

Rhode Pocket Blush is a dewy, blendable cream blush that comes in a sleek, portable stick. Designed by Hailey Bieber and her Rhode Skin team, it’s marketed as a “no-makeup makeup” essential—something you can swipe on with your fingers for a sheer, healthy flush. The formula claims to be buildable, hydrating, and compatible with all skin tones.

• Format: Cream blush stick
• Price: $24
• Finish: Dewy, skin-like
• Vegan? Yes
• Cruelty-free? Yes
• Available Shades: 11

Pocket Blush Shades Reviewed: Personal Takes on All 11

I wore each blush for at least a full day (on bare skin, over foundation, and even on lips), and here’s what I found:

1. Piggy – Baby Pink Perfection

If you love that bubblegum, soft girl aesthetic, Piggy is for you. It gave me a doll-like flush—playful, light, and super flattering on fair skin. I did need to layer it more on medium/tan tones, but it still worked.

💗 Best for: Fair to light skin tones looking for a youthful pop.

2. Spicy Marg – Warm Coral with Attitude

This shade surprised me—it looks intense in the tube but melts into a sheer coral warmth that flatters olive and golden undertones beautifully. Spicy Marg makes you look like you just came back from a beach vacation with a spicy mezcal in hand.

🍹 Best for: Medium to deep skin tones, or anyone wanting a bold summer flush.

3. Freckle – Terracotta Nude

Freckle is that effortless “no-makeup makeup” shade I didn’t know I needed. It’s like bronzer and blush had a baby—warm, earthy, and perfectly sun-kissed. I love it on cheekbones and nose for a faux-freckled effect.

☀️ Best for: Light-medium to tan skin; great as a blush-bronzer hybrid.

4. Sleepy Girl – Muted Mauve

A cool-toned mauve that gives just enough color without being dramatic. It’s chic and understated, and I found it looked surprisingly sophisticated with minimal eye makeup and a slicked bun.

💤 Best for: Cool undertones or pale skin seeking subtle definition.

5. Juice Box – Bright Pink Pop

This is Rhode’s take on the TikTok “cold girl” blush trend. It’s bold in the tube but super sheer on the cheeks. I wore it on a bare face with just lip balm and got compliments from strangers.

🍓 Best for: All skin tones—especially those who want to fake a winter flush.

6. Toasted Teddy – Rich Cinnamon

Deep brown with reddish undertones, Toasted Teddy is a statement shade. I found it looked gorgeous as a contour-blush hybrid on deeper skin, and I even dabbed it on my lips with clear gloss.

🍂 Best for: Deeper complexions or contour lovers.

7. Ribbon – Cool Baby Pink

More muted than Piggy, Ribbon is soft, icy, and slightly ethereal. It gives you that Y2K mall-girl blush vibe in the best possible way. I didn’t expect to like this one, but now it’s a fave.

🎀 Best for: Fair, cool-toned skin and playful makeup moods.

8. Peach Pit – True Peach

Classic peach, easy to wear, and universally flattering. If you’ve tried Glossier’s Beam, this is Rhode’s glossier (pun intended), more hydrating cousin.

🍑 Best for: Everyone—seriously, if you don’t know what shade to get, start here.

9. Spicy Marg – Again? Yes. Because It’s That Good.

This is worth reiterating—it’s the most vibrant and summery shade in the lineup, and I find myself reaching for it every time I want to look alive in five seconds flat.

🔁 Also great on lips.

10. Good Luck – Berry Wine

This one brings drama. It’s bold but blends sheer. I wore it for a dinner date and felt like I had a real adult face. It’s more fall/winter than summer, but beautiful regardless.

🍷 Best for: Nighttime looks or deeper skin tones wanting a pop.

11. Tan Line – Warm Bronze

Tan Line is a blush-bronzer hybrid that I’ve been using daily. It warms up the whole face in seconds and adds that “I got sun” glow without actual sun damage.

🌞 Best for: Light-medium to deep skin; doubles as contour.

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First Impressions

Wow, it’s tiny. Like, really small. Think, mini-lipstick. There’s more plastic than makeup.

Is the Rhode Pocket Blush Worth It?

Yes—with a few caveats. If you’re expecting highly pigmented, editorial-style pigment, this isn’t that. But if you love a creamy, sheer, easy-to-blend tint with a glowy finish, Rhode Pocket Blush delivers. It’s beginner-friendly, buildable, and comes in shades that work across a wide range of skin tones.

Pros and Cons

✅ Pros

• Buildable color that blends like a dream
• Hydrating formula (no patchy cheeks!)
• Multipurpose—cheeks, lips, even lids
• Chic, compact packaging

⚠️ Cons

• Dewy finish might not suit oily skin
• Needs touch-ups throughout the day
• Some shades are very sheer

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Where to Buy Rhode Pocket Blush

You can purchase all 11 shades directly from Rhode Skin’s official website for $24 each. They often sell out quickly, so if your shade is in stock, grab it.

Final Thoughts: Should You Try It?

If you’re a dewy blush girly, this was made for you. Rhode Pocket Blush isn’t revolutionary, but it’s reliable, pretty, and makes me feel like the cool girl I always wanted to be in high school. Whether you’re going glam or keeping it casual, there’s a shade (or three) here that will win you over.

FAQs About Rhode Pocket Blush

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