Given the jelly-like consistency, I was skeptical of how the application would go, but it was very intuitive. Sometimes liquid bronzer and blush can feel like a fight, and you apply it and then spend more time trying to mute the pigment. This wasn't the case with Bionic Bronzer; I was impressed.

BAKED: C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Coconut Alkanes, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax/Cire de Candelilla, Silica, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Kaolin, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Prunus Persica (Peach) Kernel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Wax, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil/Huile Vacgactale Hydrogacnace, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Bis-Stearyl Dimethicone, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Fragrance (Parfum), Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) When it comes to choosing the right bronzer your skin tone definitely matters,” explains James. “It's important not to go too dark when selecting your bronzer,” he says. You agree to indemnify and hold Space NK (and its officers, directors, agents, subsidiaries, joint ventures, employees and third-party service providers, including but not limited to Bazaarvoice, Inc.), harmless from all claims, demands, and damages (actual and consequential) of every kind and nature, known and unknown including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of a breach of your representations and warranties set forth above, or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.For any content that you submit, you grant Space NK a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, transferable right and license to use, copy, modify, delete in its entirety, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from and/or sell and/or distribute such content and/or incorporate such content into any form, medium or technology throughout the world without compensation to you. Liquid formulas lend themselves to being buildable, which makes good on that promise. With a light hand, it's easy to get a super sheer wash of color, never being too much too soon. Still, you can add more and layer to your ideal healthy bronze glow. Amanda has a clever rule of thumb that makes contouring easier, too. To sculpt and help define your bone structure, ‘Think of the number three,’ she says. ‘Use one continuous motion to create a “3” shape on each side of your face. Start at the top of the forehead; bring the bronzer down to curve under your cheekbone; finish the number by nestling the bronzer under your jawline to help define it.’ While many ‘dew it all’ formulas have built-in luminosity, a separate liquid highlighter applied to the tops of the cheekbones adds an even more multidimensional sheen and subtly enhances bone structure. ‘Bring your look together by using your bronzer or highlighter on your eyes as well,’ says Mali Thomas, the global artist in residence for Bobbi Brown. Add a few coats of mascara, then step into the light.

Yes, bronzers are an excellent way to give your skin that gorgeous, summery warmth,’ says makeup artist Caroline Barnes. ‘You’ll find them in cream, powder or liquid (think gel or oil) textures and as well as adding a glow, they’re great for giving your face dimension, enhancing and defining your bone structure.’ A matte, cream bronzer that is formulated with hydrating ingredients for buildable, blendable color or contour. Take a look at the ingredients list. Is it infused with moisturizing ingredients? Many formulas on this list, including the options from Westman Atelier, Rare Beauty, and EM Cosmetics, tapped skincare-quality ingredients for their formulas. Hydrating squalane, berryflux vita and jojoba seed oil help the bronzer melt into the skin easily, while also offering a natural, skin-like look.

Take into consideration your undertone—this could be cool, warm, or neutral,” says Ono. “To figure out your undertone, look at your veins on your arm: if they are blueish, you have a cool undertone; if they are more green, you’re warmer; and if you can’t really determine which shade you are, you’re more likely a neutral undertone,” she says.

that violates any law, statute, ordinance or regulation (including, but not limited to, those governing export control, consumer protection, unfair competition, anti-discrimination or false advertising); Ideally it should be two shades darker than your skin tone and with the same undertone for a natural look.” Here are a few tips for uncovering your undertone and then selecting a bronzer color based on your complexion. According to dermatologists, ingredients such as vitamin C, retinol, and peptides may all boost your skin's anti-aging abilities, so those are a bonus to find in any cosmetic product. Additionally, a bronzer that contains ingredients that hydrate, such as hyaluronic acid or glycerin, will not only keep skin in better shape while you're wearing it, it'll help prevent your makeup from looking overly dry on your face.

I know that not every brand is Fenty Beauty and can have 50+ shades of foundation and seven shades of bronzer. Still, I'd like to think that Milk Makeup could probably have more than three shades of bronzer. The three shades run the spectrum of light, medium, and deep, and the formula's versatility allows you to manipulate them. However, I can't get past the feeling that there needs to be more in the medium-deep range, and even one on the lighter side of the spectrum, if I'm being frank. Beyond powders, balms and creams create a juicy sheen, while refreshing gels and liquids are just the thing for hot summer skin – they’re sheer, yet buildable, and offer seamless blending. Modern bronzers also create a healthy glow in more ways than one. The best formulas are now supercharged with skincare ingredients, too, such as plumping hyaluronic acid and protective antioxidants. ‘Not only is your skin getting a natural-looking bronzed glow,’ says Milk Makeup director of artistry Sara Wren, ‘but it’ll look smoother and more hydrated, too.’