Catherine Crombie has tried dozens of makeup products over, but has yet to find the holy grail of blush. Liquid versions require too much blending and sweat off quickly, while powders tend to leave her cheeks oversaturated with color. She often found herself having to reapply whenever she went to the beach and besides, none of them came with SPF which she knew she needed to wear.
But the 22-year-old fourth-year cell and molecular biology student recently found that the right formula might involve beeswax. Combined with vitamin E, zinc oxide and a silicone base, it creates a cream that goes on smooth, lasts all day and protects against the sun.
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