A good bronzer can be the missing piece to your makeup routine, adding a sun-kissed glow and sculpting your features for a natural, radiant look. Whether you’re aiming for a shimmering golden hue or a matte brown for contouring, there’s a bronzer out there for every skin tone and preference.
The key is to choose a bronzer that complements your natural skin tone. Most experts recommend selecting a bronzer one or two shades darker than your natural skin tone, while also considering your undertone. Warm undertones can embrace golden bronzers, cool undertones should opt for peach hues, and neutral undertones may find pink tones most flattering.
The consistency of your bronzer depends on your personal preference and skin type. Powder bronzers are ideal for oily skin, offering a mattifying effect. Cream and liquid bronzers, on the other hand, provide a natural, dewy finish that is suitable for dry or normal skin types.
To achieve a natural-looking sun-kissed glow, apply bronzer to the areas of your face where the sun would naturally hit. Instead of the traditional “3” shape, try buffing the bronzer from the top of your ear to the corner of your mouth and from the corner of your eye to the temple. This technique creates the illusion of sculpted cheekbones, while the “3” shape can leave you with a less flattering “hamster cheek” look.
To further enhance your look, consider using a pinky-brown blush to blend seamlessly with your bronzer and create a transitional color. This will add a touch of warmth and dimension to your cheeks, completing your sun-kissed glow.
Here are some of the best bronzers recommended by makeup experts:
* Merit Bronze Balm Sheer Sculpting Bronzer
* Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sun-Kissed Powder
* Saie Dew Bronze Soft-Focus Effortless Liquid Bronzer
* Westman Atelier Super Loaded All-Over Illuminator Drops
* Rare Beauty Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Sticks
* NARS Laguna Talc-Free Bronzer Powder
* Victoria Beckham Beauty Matte Bronzing Brick
* Guerlain Terracotta Light Healthy Glow Bronzer
* Makeup By Mario Softsculpt Multi-Use Bronzing & Shaping Serum
* Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Matte Bronzing Powder
* Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Sun-Kissed Glow Cream Bronzer
* Patrick Ta Major Sculpt Crème Contour & Powder Bronzer Duo
