Part bronzer, part highlighter and part nourishing skin oil (thanks to fatty acid-rich shea butter, sunflower and crambe seed oils and antioxidant-packed vitamin E), this multitasker provides one of the fastest ways to fake a fresh-from-Capri glow. "Mix it into your moisturizer or foundation for an all-over warm-up that's very subtle," Apanasewicz says. "Or apply it over foundation and to the high-planes of the face with a makeup brush or beauty blender for a sun-kissed highlight."
If you're looking to fake a deeper tan with just a hint of shimmer, this bronzing gel (which includes hydrating squalane and jojoba seed oil) may be just the thing. Since applying this formula with fingers can leave a streak-y finish, Apanasewicz suggests dotting a few drops on the back of the hand, then blending into skin with a contour brush for a healthy (and authentic-looking) glow.
This buildable bronzer is made to be worn on its own or over foundation, but Apanasewicz notes that it can also be applied beneath foundation to add dimension, without looking too contoured. The cream-to-powder formula blends seamlessly when applied with the included brush and boasts eight botanical ingredients — including chia seeds, seaweed and black tea — to hydrate and brighten skin.
This skin smoothing, pore-blurring bronzer was so anticipated ahead of its launch this month, that 5,000 people joined a waiting list to get first dibs. Luckily, it does not disappoint. The silky, skin care-infused powder solves for two issues makeup artist and brand founder Charlotte Tilbury consistently ran up against when using traditional bronzer: a drying effect (addressed with the inclusion of hyaluronic acid) and a tendency to catch on skin and makeup (bypassed with the use ultrafine powder). Bonus: It's also packaged in a refillable compact.
This cream-gel bronzer is made from a coconut oil base, but magically applies with a silky texture that transforms into a matte finish. Since tapping it in with fingers can cause foundation to shift underneath, Apanasewicz suggests using a brush to blend the cream in without mucking up base makeup.
