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15 Best Bronzers for That Year-Round Summer GlowIf your Casper-like complexion needs a touch of faux glow, try using one of these best bronzers |
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The key to getting that perfect faux glow is not just having a great bronzer, it's knowing how to apply it as well. Since it's so easy to accidentally look like a muddy Oompa Loompa instead of Jessica Alba, we asked makeup artist Nick Barose for his best application tips, as well as his advice on picking the best bronzer for your skin tone.
The number one misconception about bronzers, according to Barose? People are misled by the name itself. "You should use a bronzer to look healthier and sun-kissed, not 'bronze,'" he says. For a believable tan, Barose says you shouldn't pick a color that is more than one shade darker than your natural skin color. And if you're fair skinned, he suggests looking for a sheer bronzer with peach tones. "Avoid reds or browns if you're fair, because those shades will make you look orange and dirty."
When applying bronzer, use a big, fluffy brush and tap off any excess product before swiping it on your face. He recommends that you concentrate most of the color at your temples and along the cheekbones. And without double dipping, lightly brush across your nose and chin. "Don't forget to apply and blend bronzer down your neck. And if your hair is up in a ponytail, you should also put a little around your ears," says Barose.
Now that you've got the know-how, all you need to do is find the best bronzer for you.
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Thanks for putting this together. The Laura Mercer seems like something I would really like. Love Bobbi Brown's but was surprised not to see NYX's. The Matte works really well and is among my favorites also heard really good things about their new Illuminator one, but have yet to try it. Plan of fixing that soon
by Alana_Danes Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 07:25AM Report as inappropriate
Lots of good products listed. Cant wait to try something to make my pale skin look naturally tanner.
by kfloyd01 Friday, February 22, 2013 at 04:46PM Report as inappropriate
great info thanks!! ill deff be trying the NYC & ELF bronzer.
by .flawless. Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 06:46AM Report as inappropriate
As a pale person, I am always on the look out for that perfect bronzer that will add dimension to my face, but looks natural and not the least bit orange. I love that you spend the majority of time praising the good bronzers, but also point out some of the worst.
by HeathRene Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at 04:59PM Report as inappropriate
I was looking for a good bronzer, many of them turn me orange.
by Misselizabeth Sunday, January 20, 2013 at 01:50AM Report as inappropriate
super excited to try the NYC and Rimmel bronzers!
by glamgirlseven Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 08:31PM Report as inappropriate
Great information with lots of price range.
by charbonn Friday, January 11, 2013 at 01:58AM Report as inappropriate
Thank you, I will be trying one of the Benefit bronzers for contouring!
by Taryn Saturday, January 5, 2013 at 07:13PM Report as inappropriate
great awesome
by Nicole2814 Friday, January 4, 2013 at 06:58PM Report as inappropriate
Nice
by EricaC123 Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 09:27AM Report as inappropriate