How to Make My Boyfriend Blush over Text

Co-authored by Alysha Jeney, MA, LMFT and Hunter Rising

Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Fact Checked

Isn’t it so cute seeing your man blush after you tell him something sweet? If you want to let your boyfriend know that you’re thinking of him, a fun and thoughtful text is bound to make him smile and turn his cheeks rosy. Whenever you’re feeling flirty or romantic, try out any of the example texts below to make your guy feel all warm and fuzzy on the inside!

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“You’ve been on my mind all day.”

A reminder that your boyfriend is in your thoughts lets him know how important he is to you.

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“You look absolutely amazing today!”

A quick compliment is enough to make your BF feel special. Your guy will really appreciate that you noticed the work he put into how he looks.^{[1]
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“WOW 😍You’re SO handsome!”

Use capital letters and emojis to add some extra emphasis.^{[2]
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“Did you know that you’re super hot? 🔥”

You’ll sound more playful if you pose your compliment as a question. He’ll feel like you’re really trying to flatter him so you’ll easily make him blush.

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“Your smile brightens my day!”

Mentioning a specific thing you like shows your man how attentive you are. You can get him to blush just by noticing the small details.^{[3]
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- Reader Poll: We asked 228 wikiHow readers, and 50% of them agreed that the most attractive feature on a guy is a nice smile. [Take Poll] So, a compliment based on his smile may be extra flattering!

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“It’s so cute when you make that face 😘”

Playfully teasing him will make him blush a little from embarrassment. Just don’t say anything that’s too mean, or else you’ll hurt his feelings.^{[4]
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- Sending flirty, playful messages is a great way to turn him on and make him blush.^{[5]
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“You make me the happiest I’ve ever been 😊”

It’s a great way to remind your boyfriend how much he means to you.

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“You’re the peanut butter to my jelly.”

Try out saying any pair of things that are meant to be together, like bacon and eggs, milk and cereal, or macaroni and cheese.

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“You’re the man of my dreams!”

It tells him that no one else can make you as happy as he can.

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“I’m so lucky I get to be with you 🥰”

It will mean the world to your boyfriend if you still sound excited to spend time with him.

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“I can’t picture a day without you!”

It’ll show your BF just how serious you take your relationship.

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“Have I ever told you that you mean the world to me?”

A text about how much he means to you is a great way to remind him of your feelings.

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“You’re such an inspiration to me.”

He’ll get all warm and fuzzy knowing that he’s the reason you’ve been so motivated.

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“I’ve become a better person because of you 🥰”

Let your BF know that you look up to him, and he’s bound to be a little bashful about it.

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“You’re the best thing to ever happen to me!”

Your man will see that you think the world of him and be extremely flattered.

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“I notice every little thing you do for me ❤️ thank you babe.”

Guys want to hear when they’re doing well, so bringing it up will definitely get him to smile.

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“If home is where the heart is, then my home is where you are ❤️”

Let him know that you always feel safe and comfortable with him to really flatter him.

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“You’re my soulmate.”

He’s going to start picturing a future with you and smile at all the good times he has to look forward to.

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“Just wanted to pop in and say I love you! 😘”

Loving texts throughout the day are a surprise he’ll least expect. But your boyfriend will smile and blush when he sees how much you care.

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“I love you to the moon and back! ❤️”

Even if it sounds a little cheesy, it’ll make your BF blush knowing how much you care.

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“I can’t believe I got to fall in love with my best friend 😘”

The memories of your relationship will come flooding back to him and get him to blush.

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“Every day, I find something more I love about you ❤️”

He’ll know that you’re serious about your relationship and feel really secure with you.^{[6]
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“What’s up sexy 😏”

He might start turning red just because you’re showing him a little more interest.

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“I miss your arms around me so much 🥺 come over?”

Inviting him over lets him know you want to see him right now. Your guy will turn all rosy once he realizes that you want to spend some intimate time with him.
- Giving your man attention and physical affection is an excellent way to make him feel special.^{[7]
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“I wish you could come cuddle in bed with me 😘”

Saying that you want to be in bed together even lets him know you’d be down for more than cuddling too.

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“Just imagine if I were kissing you right now…”

He’ll think about what he’s missing out on and start getting turned on.

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“I’m going to give you a night to remember 😏”

Your guy will want to know what sexy things you have planned out. Your boyfriend will start imagining what you have in store for him, and it’s sure to get him blushing.

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“I’m getting turned on just thinking of you 😉”

He’s going to smile at the thought of how much fun he could have with you.

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“I want you. Right. Now.”

He’ll turn red just because he wishes he could be with you.

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“You were incredible last night 😉”

He’ll remember all the details of that night and start thinking about you even more.^{[8]
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What are some sweet things to say to your boyfriend?

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Feeling lots of love and appreciation for your boyfriend? Here are some super sweet things to say to him:

I love you more and more every single day.
You’re my favorite person in the world.
You’re so unbelievably handsome.
I feel so lucky to be your partner.
You make me feel so safe and happy.
My favorite place in the world is right by your side.
I’m so proud of you for everything you do.
Being with you is like a dream come true.
Talking to you is my favorite part of every day.
You’re not just my boyfriend—you’re also my best friend.

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How do I make my boyfriend feel special over text?

Alysha Jeney, MA, LMFT
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Alysha Jeney is a Licensed Relationship Therapist, the Owner of Modern Love Counseling, and the Co-Founder of The Modern Love Box. She specializes in relationship therapy, intimacy building, and existential exploration. Alysha holds a BA in Psychology from The Metropolitan State University of Denver and an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling from Regis University. She has been featured in publications such as The Washington Post and The Huffington Post.

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Make your guy feel special by asking him about his life, his hobbies and interests, his family, and his job. Understand why he likes what he likes and try your best to appreciate his unique interests.

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