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The best bronzers can do more than give the illusion that you just returned from a dreamy tropical vacation.
(Bronzer, you magician, you.)
A foolproof way to have (temporarily) glowy skin and skip thesun damage?
Saie also offers a handyguidefor finding your perfect shade online.
Allureassociate special projects manager Talia Gutierrez applying the Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer in Medium Bronze.
Gutierrez before applying the Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer in Medium Bronze.
Gutierrez after applying the Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer in Medium Bronze.
Allureshopping director Shanna Shipin before applying the Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer in Medium Bronze.
Gutierrez before applying the Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer in Medium Bronze.
Shipin after applying the Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer in Medium Bronze.
More of a liquid bronzer gal?
Content directorKara McGrathreaches forDew Bronzeto add a dollop of definition to her complexion.
Gutierrez after applying the Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer in Medium Bronze.
)," she says.
I dab it on my cheekbones, nose, and forehead for a natural, dewy glow.
Each of its five colorways is tailored to provide a natural-looking wash of color without erring on orange.
Allureshopping director Shanna Shipin before applying the Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer in Medium Bronze.
So when I discovered that the Juvia’s Place Bronze Duo does both, I was immediately sold.
I became an even bigger fan the more I used the product.
Then I brush on the lighter shade sparingly above my cheekbones to blend it all out.
Shipin after applying the Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer in Medium Bronze.
The result is always a warm sun-kissed glow.
Hussein before applying the Milk Makeup Cream Bronzer Stick in shade Blitzed.
Hussein after applying the Milk Makeup Cream Bronzer Stick in shade Blitzed.
Allureassociate editor Annie Blay applying the Juvia’s Place Bronzed Duo in shade Dark
Han before applying the Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream in Soleil Tan Medium Bronze.
Hanafter applying the Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream in Soleil Tan Medium Bronze.
Tester feedback:This bronzer is just as creamy as it looks.
Blay before applying the Juvia’s Place Bronzed Duo in shade Dark
With thisAllureBest of Beauty Award-winningcompact, you don’t have to choose between a powder or cream formula.
a touch to your lids likeeye shadowto tie your glow together.
To top off its nourishing formulation, antioxidant-rich rosehip oil softens the look of dark spots and delivers moisture.
Blay after applying the Juvia’s Place Bronzed Duo in shade Dark
This product comes in multiple undertones and has a silky formula that will make skin look naturally tan.
This luxurious formula also featureshyaluronic acid, a skin-care ingredient known for its hydrating properties.
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Allurecommerce writer Jennifer Hussein applying the Milk Makeup Cream Bronzer Stick in shade Blitzed.
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Likefoundation and concealer, bronzer can go catastrophically wrong if you use the wrong shade for your skin tone.
Hussein before applying the Milk Makeup Cream Bronzer Stick in shade Blitzed.
However, when it comes to undertones, neutral options will always look the most organic.
What’s the difference between powder, cream, and liquid bronzers?
“Using a brush, apply onto the skin using light strokes, she previously toldAllure.
Hussein after applying the Milk Makeup Cream Bronzer Stick in shade Blitzed.
check that to blend well into the skin for a natural finish.”
“This will give you more control over the product placement.”
“Spray your setting or hydrating mist right before your cream bronzer software,” he says.
Allurecommerce editor Sarah Han applying the Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream in Soleil Tan Medium Bronze.
He suggested applying your powder bronzer from your temples down to your cheeks for natural-looking warmth.
Does the brand offer a wide shade range inclusive of consumers with all skin tones and undertones?
Is it safe for readers who have sensitive skin or wear contact lenses?
Han before applying the Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream in Soleil Tan Medium Bronze.
Is it on the affordable side or more of a splurge?
Is its packaging consciously designed or needlessly wasteful?
This ensures our testing base spans different skin tones, genders, and dermatological conditions.
Hanafter applying the Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream in Soleil Tan Medium Bronze.
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