The Best Bronzing Stick

Buying Guide

There is more than one way to get a sun-kissed glow. While some people prefer to get their tan by spending time outdoors, others use a little makeup trick to look like they have just come from the beach. A bronzing stick is a great product that you can use to give your face a warm glow, in addition to helping your skin look more even. Bronzers can also be used on the neck and chest, in addition to the face.

Like most makeup products, there are many options when it comes to bronzers, which can make it difficult to choose the one that works best for you. In terms of finishes, you have the option of matte or shimmery. Matte bronzers look more realistic and minimalistic on your skin. Shimmery bronzers should be applied sparingly on just the high points of your face similar to a highlighter. Otherwise they can look overwhelming.

There are also different mediums of bronzer, such as cream, liquid and powder. Cream bronzers typically come in stick form. Some people apply the stick directly to their face, while others apply the stick to their fingers and then apply it to the face. Cream bronzers blend in well and typically have a matte finish.

Liquid bronzers are typically applied to the whole face instead of specific areas. Many people like to mix their liquid bronzer with a little moisturizer to thin it out and then apply it evenly to the whole face for a uniform sun-kissed glow. Both liquid and cream bronzers are great for people who have dry skin. If you have oily skin, powder bronzers are a great choice. They typically come in pressed form and are easy to work into the skin using the right sponge or brush.

• If you’re having trouble determining your skin’s undertones, consider how you tan naturally in the sun. You have a cool undertone if you tan more pink than golden or more reddish than golden. You have a warm undertone if you tan more peach, caramel or golden than rosy or reddish. If your skin is unpredictable and can either burn or tan in the sun, then you may have a neutral undertone.
• For those that are prone to burning in the sun instead of tanning, no matter how much sunscreen you wear, opt for a bronzer that has a pinkish hue for those who have light skin. If you have dark skin and tend to burn, go with a bronzer that has a slight shimmer.
• A great way to apply bronzer so it looks natural is to aim for the areas on your face where the sun hits first – similar to applying highlighter. These areas include the bridge of you nose and the tops of your cheeks. Some people also apply bronzer to the top of their forehead as well as their collarbone.
• If you are layering your bronzer over other makeup products, pay attention to the medium. Don’t put cream on top of powder or powder on top of cream. This will result in a streaky look as it will not be able to blend in well on your skin.