
Spare somebody’s blushes
Cultural Sensitivity
Consider the culture when using the phrase to ensure it's appropriate and understood, as perceptions of embarrassment vary. 
Subtle Kindness
This phrase implies a kind action done subtly to avoid drawing attention to the person's potential embarrassment. 
Not Literal
The 'blushes' part isn't literal; it means preventing any kind of embarrassment, not just blushing. 