Bronzer, we’ve all heard of it, but what is it, and more importantly how do you use it? Bronzer is PERFECT because it’s a quick and easy form of getting a natural, healthy bronze! In this blog post, you’ll learn what bronzer is, how to use bronzer, and commonly asked questions about bronzer answered!
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What is bronzer?
Great question! Let’s start with the basics of what bronzer is. Bronzer is a product that gives your face warmth and radiance to your face! Bronzer can come in matte and shimmery finishes and is a makeup product applied to the face.
Bronzer comes in both liquid, powder, and cream forms but it’s most commonly used in a powder form! Overall it can be very easy to use when using the right technique which is what you’ll learn here! Bronzer always comes before highlighter too, to learn more about highlighter click here!
Which Bronzer Is Best For Me?
Sadly, all brands don’t cater to certain skin tones which is why it can make finding a good bronzer hard. I’d recommend FENTY beauty for all skin tones, as there’s quite a range, especially for darker skin tones!
On the more affordable side, I’d recommend using Physicians Formula, they are cheap and work soo well. Both pigmented and a little goes such a long way! Some other brands that are cheap but good, are elf cosmetics, loreal, and NYX.
What Brush Do I Use For Bronzer?
Using a fluffy brush that’s slanted is always the best idea. Here is the one I like to use, it’s the Wet N Wild Contouring Brush! In my opinion, Wet N Wild definitely has some of the best quality brushes ever all while being cheap. This brush is soo easy to use and blending only takes a few minutes!
Here is a photo of the one I use:
How Do I Use Bronzer?
Great question! You know what bronzer is and which is best for you, so how do you use it? Here’s how, follow the steps below!! The video guide is also below written instructions.
- Grab your brush and put a bit of bronzer onto the brush. A big hack I have is to be in good lighting when you do this. Seems so simple, but it’s honestly the biggest factor in making sure you apply it correctly!
- If the bronzer is new: You can apply it to the back of your hand first to see the amount of pigment that is given. Then you can apply it to your face!
- Start by applying on your forehead, and move the brush in a streaky motion across the outer part of the forehead.
- Apply some on your temples, making sure to avoid any other area than that. This results in a lifting effect!
- Now is time for your cheeks! Sweep the brush right below your cheekbone! If you can’t find your cheekbone apply right below you normally apply blush. Once done with one side, move to the other!
- Apply a bit on your nose, and you’re done!
- Need more help? Watch the video below!
Bronzer Video Tutorial
Frequently asked questions
I like to include these because it allows makeup beginners to learn EVERYTHING in one blog post rather than searching the whole internet!! Here are the questions and answers to the most popular searched things about applying bronzer!
Is contouring and bronzer the same thing?
I thought the same thing too when I was a makeup beginner! It can be confusing, they look the same so wouldn’t they work the same? It turns out no, they don’t do the same thing. Contouring acts to give you more depth and tone to your face. Bronzer’s purpose is to bring warmth to your skin, especially when you’re outside!
What is the benefit of bronzer?
The benefit of bronzer is to create warmth to your face!
Is it better to use bronzer or blush?
They both do different things! It’s up to you to choose which one you’d like, but here’s a basic rundown. As you learned in this blog post, bronzer is used to create warmth to the face. On the other hand, blush is created to give a rejuvenated flush of color! To learn more about blush and how to use it click here!
Do bronzers work without tanning?
Yes! If you choose the correct shade for your skin tone, bronzing will work without having to tan.
Do you apply bronzer before or after foundation?
Bronzer should always be applied after foundation and concealer! The reason for this is so you can have a good even base before moving on to the makeup products such as bronzer, blush, etc. To learn more about foundation, click here!
Should you put bronzer all over your face?
No! Otherwise, you’re going to end up with a totally tan face, which is not going to look good! Try to stick with applying where it’s advised.
Now you know everything you need to know about bronzer! How to use it, where to apply it, commonly asked questions, and more!! Subscribe to keep up with beginnersguidetomakeup.com!
