The Best Bronzers

See which beauty products we depend on for a gorgeous faux glow

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Sugar Cosmetics Tropic Tan, $25

TotalBeauty.com rating: 8.5

"Though geared toward teens, Sugar Tropic Tan isn't as adolescent as it looks. Sans brush and inconveniently large (almost compact disc-sized), the mirrored compact may not seem worth $25 at first. But one application lasts all day and one purchase, all year. Available only in Sunkissed Bronze, the buildable, pressed powder highlights with a super-fine shimmer and can "tan" lighter skin up to two shades without looking too orange. Color is richer than that of Physicians Formula, but it's no substitute for self tanner on body. (Tip: Avoid patchiness with one of these.)"

-- Reviewed by Charli, Associate Editor

See Next Page: Urban Decay Baked Bronzer , $24

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Products Mentioned in This Story

Lola Sand & Sun Bronzer

Average Member Rating: 7.1

Benefit Hoola Bronzing Powder

Average Member Rating: 8.5

Urban Decay Good Karma Powder Brush

Average Member Rating: 9.1

Tarte Sunburst Beaded Bronzing Lotion

Average Member Rating: 6.0

Bonne Bell Gel Bronze

Average Member Rating: 7.8

Origins Sunny Disposition Liquid Bronzer

Average Member Rating: 8.8

Sugar Cosmetics Tropic Tan

Average Member Rating: 8.6

Urban Decay Baked Bronzer

Average Member Rating: 8.5

CARGO Bronzer

Average Member Rating: 9.2

Buy it for $28.00 - $30.00

Nars Highlighting Bronzing Blush Duo

Average Member Rating: 9.3

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awsome tips

by darksecret Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 09:00AM Report as inappropriate

It wasn't listed surprisingly since it's always sold out when I want to buy more, but the best bronzer this fair-skinned girl has ever used in Too Faced Snow Bunny. It's perfect if you just want a little glow or want to look darker without looking fake or cake-y.

by howlATthemoon Friday, January 13, 2012 at 01:50PM Report as inappropriate

i love benefits products...i have to review hoola soon!...i have other reviews on my blog janellelora dot blogspot dot co m...go and look :)

by janellelora Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 08:37PM Report as inappropriate

Super helpful! All the bronzers I try to pick out always look so fake, I;m glad there are some great alternatives to try.

by sportimonki13 Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at 10:32PM Report as inappropriate

I love NARS bronzers, I love the colors and the names!

by eugenia_lung Sunday, December 18, 2011 at 05:30PM Report as inappropriate

I love NARS everything, especially the blushes and bronzers. This product is one of those you will always want to invest in.

by susu_ibrahim Monday, December 12, 2011 at 04:32AM Report as inappropriate

i love all bronzers period i have like 50 diffrent ones:)

by laura_hernandezalvarado Thursday, October 27, 2011 at 01:13PM Report as inappropriate

I love my Rimmel bronzer, good color and its matte

by sarah_m Friday, August 19, 2011 at 09:38PM Report as inappropriate

I love bronzer but I have issues with it... mainly applying it lol

by Bon_Bon Monday, August 15, 2011 at 02:35AM Report as inappropriate

I have to get the Sugar Cosmetics and Urban decay bronzers; love em'!

by katherine_melendez Sunday, August 7, 2011 at 08:16PM Report as inappropriate

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