AD Bronzer is the perfect beauty product for summer, as it adds a sun-kissed glow. However, unskilled applications can resemble an orange fake tan. To get the perfect bronzed look, try these five tips.
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How to Master the Perfect Bronzed Look
1. Use a Shade or Two Darker Than Skin Tone
Finding your perfect bronzer is step one to a glowing countenance. For a natural look, choose a shade that's no more than two shades darker than your skin tone. Anything darker than that will provide too much contrast, giving you a made-up look instead of the desired natural one.
Keep in mind that your skin tone changes depending on how much time you spend in the sun. Frequent visits to the beach will deepen your color, necessitating a different foundation shade. As a result, you may need two bronzer shades: one to match your early summer complexion and one to complement your midsummer tan.
2. Apply With Bronzer Brush at an Angle
The brush you choose plays a huge role in how the powder sits on the skin. Look for an angled model, such as the Patrick Ta bronzer brush, as that will help you navigate your face's curves.
Bronzer needs blending to look natural, and not every brush design can handle that. The best options have long bristles that flex as they move, evenly distributing the powder. You should also steer clear of densely packed bristles, as they don't disperse powder well. Dense brushes are better for packing on the pigment, making them better suited for concealer and foundation.
3. Try the Magic Three Technique
The best area to place bronzer is where the sun naturally hits:
- High points
- Outer part of the face
- Hairline
One of the easiest ways to get this right is to use the "magic three" technique. Starting at your forehead, apply bronzer along your hairline until you're even with your eyebrows. Then, pull it in across your cheek, then out to your ear. Finally, softly trace the edge of your jawline.
4. Use a Light Hand
One of the best things about powder bronzer is that you can layer it for a wide range of looks. To start, use a light hand and skim the powder over your skin. Blend it out with the same brush, then check the results. If you want a more intense look, you can add layers.
5. Pay Attention to Undertone
Like blush, bronzer has an undertone. Many bronzers have an orange undertone because it's eye-catching, but that may not match your skin tone. If you have trouble with bronzers looking orange on your face, try a shade with an olive undertone. Olive has a touch of green to it, making it a good match for people with warm complexions.
To Conclude
Now that you know the secrets of a perfect summer look, you can play around with different bronzer contour products. Duos are great because they pair similar shades — usually one lighter and one darker. You can utilize both to add greater dimension to your finished look or have a built-in backup shade that complements your tan.
