No need to get embarrassed -- doll-face rouge is a thing of the past. These sheer and natural blush shades will make your face look healthy, your cheekbones defined, and your skin anything but fake.

Soft Shades

If grandma isn't around to pinch them, give your cheeks a pinkish glow with these light colors.

Splurge: Clinique Soft-Pressed Powder Blusher in pink blush ($18.50 at department stores) comes in a small case, but you will only need a few small strokes on the top of your cheekbones for a flushed look.

Save: Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Blush in rare rose ($13 at drugstores) has a soft pink shade. Apply the shade in light circles on the apples of your cheeks.

Bright Bolds

These vivid hues look scary in their cases, but when used in small amounts, they instantly brighten up the face for a "fresh from the cold" glow.

Splurge: MAC Pro Powder Blush in devil ($20 at Sephora stores) is a vibrant orangey-pink that pops on pale skin.

Save: Sonia Kashuk Cheek Sheer in beachbabe ($8 at Target stores) has a bright, vivid color that goes on sheer. Just make sure to apply sparingly and don't focus on one part of the cheek to avoid looking splotchy.

Dewy Hues

Don't confuse dewy with sweaty. These blushes have a slight sheen that looks beautiful on any skin tone.

Splurge: Jemma Kidd Dewy Glow: All Over Radiance Crème ($32 at neimanmarcus.com) has jojoba moisturizers and sun filters that will keep your skin looking healthy.

Save: Pantina Cheek Sweeps in Radiance ($6 at drugstores) can be tapped on with fingers to achieve a natural blend.

Barely There

These shades are fresh, pretty and perfect for the girl who "doesn't wear makeup."

Splurge: Bobbi's Blush by Bobbi Brown in almond ($20 at bobbibrowncosmetics.com) defines cheekbones by low-lighting the area of skin underneath.

Save: Almay Smart Shade Blush in natural ($9 at drugstores) is sheer gel that dries quickly but leaves behind a faint gleam.

Sun Kissed

The sun is still shining, so why shouldn't your cheeks still glow? Using light bronzers will help you prevent the fake-bake look.

Splurge: Lorac Bronzer in glow ($28 at Sephora stores) is a shimmery pinkish-brown shade that is soft enough for a believable winter bronze.

Save: Rimmel Natural Bronzer in sun light ($4.50 at drugstores) combines three shades of color for one beautifully tanned color on cheeks.

Glowing Golds

For the glamour girl, or the one who just likes to look good, these glittery shades are soft enough to wear every day. Layer them for a more dramatic look.

Splurge: Stila All Over Shimmer Liquid Luminizer ($22 at Sephora stores) highlights the cheekbones without adding noticeable color.

Save: Santee Eye/Cheek Shimmer in coral brown ($3 at cherryculture.com) has a light sparkle for cheeks and eyelids that looks great when layered over bronzers.