Summer collections prove that it is not fashionable to be pale-faced - it is not for nothing that luxurious bronzers come out in each of them. We tried all the existing powders and chose 7 that are easy and pleasant to use.

Dior Diorskin 001 Paradise Duo Pink Glow

Formally, this is a blush - two bright pink sectors suggest just such use. But in practice, this is a universal powder for improving complexion with a delicate bronzing effect. If you mix beige and pink powder, you will get a very light tan shade with a fresh blush, and the translucent texture will not allow you to make a mistake and the color will always be very natural.

Sensai Bronzing Powder

Light and translucent, but still a bronzer, this powder gives a “kissed by the sun” effect. It is better to apply it to the prominent parts of the face that tan first: cheekbones, temples, chin, and then it is better to go over the entire face with a soft brush, adding radiance. It is too soft for sculpting, but it saves you in difficult times - with one brush stroke you can create a fresh, rested look.

Chanel Les Beiges

The most common mistake in makeup, according to most makeup artists, the tone is too dark. In this case, ordinary powder gives an unnatural, yellowish complexion and does not look very healthy. It was logical that someone had to come along to create a dark powder that would still look extremely natural, and the first was Peter Philips. Even the most intense shades of Les Beiges blend into a haze that blends into the skin and creates a localized tan effect. For amateurs visual correction It’s better to choose two shades at once - the light one as the main one illuminates the skin well, the dark one can highlight the cheekbones.

Carita Protecting and Bronzing Sun Powder SPF10

The three sectors differ in the intensity of the shade and the number of sparkling particles, this makes the powder convenient - the upper ones can highlight the space under the cheekbones, and the lower ones can add radiance to the protruding parts of the face. True, all three are quite dark, but this powder is created for already tanned skin; it even contains tan prolongers, sweet orange extract and Indian chaulmoogra nut oil. Put it off until your vacation and be sure to take it with you - SPF10 will fit well into your beach schedule.

Burberry Warm Glow No. 1

The lightest shade in the line is deceptively beige, but it's actually a hybrid of bronzer and blush. For snow whites, it is better to try it on the cheekbones - pull in the cheeks and apply shadow along the line. And then blend well - the texture of the powder is well pigmented and gives a noticeable golden color with a barely perceptible reddish tint; it applies quite densely, like mineral powders. A kabuki brush is ideal for it - it can be used to stretch the powder into the thinnest veil.

Guerlain Terra Nerolia

Peach, bronze and golden shades were combined in a beautiful mosaic pattern. When mixed, the shades can give a slightly dirty color, so it is better to apply them separately - the central sector is like a light blush, with bronze to enhance the shadow line under the cheekbones. Judging by the texture, this is expected - pink gives a translucent coating, the bronze sector is densely pigmented and creates a more bright color. An additional plus is that the powder is really huge, and in a good way it should be enough for at least several seasons.

Giorgio Armani Summer 2013 Eye & Face Palette

The powder is covered with a thin layer of gold, without any practical value, purely for the sake of beauty. Before applying, it is better to work thoroughly with a brush, brushing off the top spray - for example, in the décolleté area. And under the gold you will find a warm beige bronzer with tiny, imperceptible reflective particles - best applied with a soft brush, slightly enhancing the shade on the cheekbones and temples. Doesn't emphasize pores, doesn't darken during the day, stays on for a long time; in the palette, under the powder, three shades of eyeshadow are hidden in a summer golden palette - Giorgio Armani definitely knows how to attract girls.

If your vacation is still far away, and the sun is not as frequent a guest outside as you would like, bronzing powder will help give your face a light tanning effect. The ELLE editors unanimously voted to test the best representatives of this group. And this is what came out of it...

I had barely returned from vacation when I received 2 bronzers for testing - it was difficult to think of a better time. My intense Dubai tan with my usual blush did not look very organic, and therefore I gave the new products a test drive with great enthusiasm.

My first test was the bronzer Mineralize Skinfinish Gold Deposit, M.A.C. At first I was a little confused by its deep golden color with shimmery particles. However, everything turned out to be not so scary! I took a little product onto my makeup brush and spread it along my cheekbones in the usual manner. What is surprising for me, the owner light skin, the shade of powder turned out to be more than suitable. The bronzer blends easily, giving the skin a subtle glow. I was also pleased by the fact that by the end of the working day it did not disappear anywhere, but stayed on my cheekbones until late in the evening.


I had some minor problems with the second product, Bronze lights bronzer from Smashbox: I couldn’t figure out how to apply it correctly. It seemed to me that it was too pale for highlighting the cheekbones, and too dark for powder. The decision was made as follows - to highlight the T-zone as an addition to the existing bronzer from M.A.S. Through trial and error, it seems that I have created the ideal mix for myself, with the help of which I can master the technique of face sculpting. At least I was able to make my oval shape clearer, my cheekbones more pronounced, and my nose thin, something I had been dreaming about for so long.


Healthy glow and light tan. Small, almost imperceptible reflective particles helped correct the oval and emphasize the cheekbones. The bronzer lays down in a thin translucent veil, so if you want to achieve a more intense color, you will have to apply several layers. I use professional brushes for my makeup, but this set includes a small natural wool brush that you can use to quickly touch up your makeup. Usually products do not take root in my makeup bag after a beauty test, but Dr. Pierre Ricaud is that rare case when I am sure that I will continue to use the product.


Pupa's 4SUN Compact Tanning Powder comes in four different bronze shades that can be combined or used individually: perfect for sculpting the face. The delicate and airy texture is easy to blend, and reflective particles give the skin a natural glow. In addition, the powder has average degree protection SPF 15 and does not contain parabens. It seemed to me that this bronzer would look best on slightly tanned skin, so I will use it after a vacation at the seaside.


Using tanning powder you can achieve two results - excellent or disastrous. To fully enjoy its glamorous effect, it is very important not to make the mistakes described below.

Powder with tanning effect. How to apply correctly

Avoid too dark tones
First fatal error: too dark tones - it immediately adds ten years to your age! Never choose a bronzing powder two shades darker than your skin tone. For fair skinned complexions, terracotta shades of beige, pink or golden tones are suitable.
For dark complexions – copper color or with shades of brown.

Never apply tanning powder all over your face.
This is the second unforgivable and common mistake! Correct application: on the cheekbones to highlight them, on the eyelids and above the eyebrows. Apply just a little powder to the bridge of the nose and chin. If you have a slightly round face, then add a little bronzing powder under your cheekbones to visually lengthen your face.

Remember: too much is the enemy of beauty
Third mistake: too thick a layer of powder. Powder with a tanning effect is used to give the face relief. Use: a slightly concave brush that, thanks to its shape, applies just the right amount of powder to the face. You can also use a large brush to apply blush to soften the edges and remove excess powder.

1. Yves Saint Laurent 2. Lavera 3. Lise Watier 4. Peggy Sage 5. Guerlain 6. ModelCo 7. Prestige 8. Debby 9. Clinique 10. Alva 11. Korres 12. Nuxe 13. Shiseido

Bronzer, or bronzing powder, is a cosmetic product that gives the skin of the face and body a soft, natural tan.

To get a golden tan, you don’t have to expose yourself to the harmful effects of solar radiation; just choose the right bronzer that matches your skin tone and type.

Bronzer functions

First, you need to decide what exactly bronzing powder is needed for, because it performs several functions:

  • gives the skin an even tanned tone;
  • faces, sculpting it;
  • Apply instead of blush to cheekbones, face, neck and entire body.

Types of Bronzers

Bronzing powder is available in the most different types and packaging: in the form of powder, cream, fluid, gel or spray. The formula and consistency of the bronzer is selected based on your skin type.

For oily skin, a powder bronzer will give an even and soft tone. For dry skin, a cream product that contains components that protect skin from overdrying and giving it additional moisture. If you need to not only highlight your facial features, but also get a tan, then it is better to give preference to a gel texture.

Bronzing powder or gives a shade of artificial tan with a slight shine - it depends on the composition of the product. A mattifying product will look more natural, and a product with reflective particles will give the skin an inner glow.

Tone selection

Bronzing agents have several shades in their color range. To choose the right shade, hold the bronzer to your face and look in the mirror. The ideal bronzer tone will be a couple of shades darker than your natural skin color.

Light-skinned, soft light shades bronzing agents - honey or peach. Medium skin tones go well with golden and pinkish tones. Copper and brown tone with a slight shine. If you are unsure about choosing a shade, contact your sales consultant.

Application technique

Choosing the perfect shade isn't all there is to know about bronzers. Correct application is something that definitely needs to be mastered.

Bronzing agents are applied to clean face, lubricated with moisturizer. The technique for applying the product will depend on its consistency. For example, to apply powder you will need a large brush, preferably made of natural bristles. But gel, liquid and cream bronzers are conveniently applied with your fingertips or a sponge.

Bronzing powder is applied before eye shadow, mascara and lipstick. For a soft tan effect on those areas of the face that reflect light: the middle of the forehead, top part cheekbones, down the center of the nose and to the very tip of the chin. You should not cover your entire face with the product, otherwise you will not emphasize individual features, but will simply change your complexion.

If you apply bronzer to the hollows of your cheeks, temples and chin, you can visually narrow your face. At the same time, it is important not to overdo it, because a thick layer will look unnatural and will give an orange tint instead of tone.

Mistakes when applying bronzing powder

  1. Too dark tone. It will immediately add ten years to your age, so never choose a bronzer that is several shades darker than your own skin.
  2. Apply the product to the entire face. This is an unforgivable and very common mistake. It is correct to apply bronzer on the cheekbones, on the eyelids, on the areas above the eyebrows, a little on the bridge of the nose and chin. Round face It will be visually stretched if you add bronzer under the cheekbones.
  3. Too thick layer. Bronzer is designed to give the face definition, so use a good brush, maybe slightly concave - it will apply exactly the right amount of product. Or use a large blush brush to remove excess powder and soften the edges.

With the help of bronzing powder, you can not only make your knees visually slimmer and sharper. To do this, the bronzer is applied in a V shape slightly below the kneecaps.

Good bronzing products are available Yves Saint Laurent, Lavera, Guerlain, Clinique, Lise Watier, Peggy Sage, Prestige, Debby, Alva and other cosmetic companies. Well, if you don’t trust recognized global brands, make your own bronzer.

DIY bronzing agent

Those who prefer natural cosmetics to industrial ones can make their own bronzer at home from readily available ingredients.

Dosing the ingredients is quite difficult, and you will have to adjust the amount of cinnamon and powdered sugar depending on your skin tone: the darker your skin, the more cinnamon powder you need to use. Cinnamon can generally be used as a bronzer in pure form. But you can combine it with nutmeg - an excellent remedy for prevention. acne. Homemade bronzing powder is applied in a very thin layer, as the mixture of spices and herbs turns out to be rich in color.

What you will need:

  • ground cinnamon;
  • ground nutmeg;
  • powdered sugar;
  • coconut powder;
  • container with a lid (clean and dry);
  • (roses, rosemary, lavender).

Mix all ingredients in microdoses to a homogeneous consistency and place in a container or an empty container from cosmetic product.

Essential oils are not added if you need to get bronzing powder. Oils give the product a more viscous structure.

Now you don't need the sun or solarium lamps to get a tan. With a little practice, you will learn how to achieve a pleasant tone on your face, décolleté and hands without harmful radiation to your skin.

The fashion for aristocratic pallor did not remain on the podium for long. Celebrities who once loved the Snow White style are taking up self-tanning again. Christina Aguilera, Victoria Beckham, Blake Lively and other stars no longer want to look like a pale spot on the red carpet.

Nobody argues that tanning makes you sexy. And if you haven't been on vacation yet, make-up in the style of hot California or self-tanning will quickly take you out of the ranks of the pale-faced.

How to properly take “sunbathing” at home, the site explained leading makeup artist of Cosnova Yulya Ratnikova, Clinique brand specialist Elena Grishechkina and Oriflame experts - Irina Kutuzova, product trainer, and Svetlana Nazarova, cosmetologist.

Bronzing products for body and face

In the early 60s of the last century, doctors developed biologically active supplement based on dioxytocin (from sugar cane), which was given to patients with glycogen storage disease. The medicine was presented in powder form, doctors noticed that as soon as it got on the skin, after a few hours it looked as if the person had been sunbathing for a week.

Specialists from cosmetic companies took note of this formula, and the first batches of products instant tan soon went on sale. Creams and lotions have become very popular both among sunbathing lovers and among convinced Snow Whites. Of course, in order to get a golden skin tone, you no longer needed to lie for hours under the scorching sun, just apply a little cream to the skin - and voila, the artificial tan was no different from the purchased one.

Much time has passed since then, but the popularity of products that melt the sun in a jar has not diminished. True, their formulas and textures have undergone significant changes. In addition to the well-known self-tanners, which instantly give the skin bronze shade, lotions, milks, and creams appeared that have a light texture and a cumulative effect.

They need to be applied to the skin immediately after a shower, and the long-awaited tan will not keep you waiting after a few applications. In addition to their main function, these beauty products perform many auxiliary functions. Due to the presence of antioxidants, vitamins and plant extracts, they relieve the skin of wrinkles, moisturize and nourish it, and also protect it from the sun (in this case, the packaging should be labeled SPF). By the way, the “tan” you get after you stop using these products will not wash off immediately, but gradually.

Instant, one-step action tools have also appeared. These are cream gels and fluids on water based. They give the skin a light tan immediately after application and wash off the first time you shower. Such products are convenient for those who need to appear in all their bronze glory just for one day, for example, at an important event or party.

Self-tanning formulas have also changed. Containing alcohols, they had the sin of severely drying the skin. Now, coupled with moisturizing components, the products have a softer effect on the dermis. But they cannot provide complete hydration to dry or dry skin. Therefore, along with self-tanning, it is better to use a moisturizer that suits your skin type.

Your beauty assistants:

  1. Fake tanning spray Aerotan Sexy Hair,
  2. Auto-bronzant milk Lancaster Self-Tanning,
  3. Self-tanning cream Quick Bronzer Chris Farrell,
  4. Self tanning Tantasia By Jane Iredale,
  5. Self-tanning mousse "Instant shine" Sublime Bronze Mousse L "Oreal,
  6. Self tanning Magic Tan Avon,
  7. Mattifying cream with minerals for dark skin Teint Divin Caudalie,
  8. Bronzing facial gel Face Bronzing Gel Tint Clinique,
  9. Spray tanning « Even tan» Garnier,

Artificial tanning: self-tanners, powders, bronzers

  1. Self-tanning gel for face and body with accelerated action Shiseido,
  2. Tanning lotion "Kiss of the Sun" NIVEA,
  3. Gradual action auto-bronzant lotion for face and body Gradual Tanning Lotion La Prairie,
  4. Express tanning spray for body Yves Rocher,
  5. Moisturizing super body cream Super Soin Autobronzant Hydratant Corps Sisley,
  6. Toning fluid for legs Lancaster Bronzing Beauty.

How to choose a shade

It’s not for nothing that artificial tanning products have different markings on the packaging. If it is medium – deep, the shade is suitable for dark skin, light – medium – for fair skin. It happens that products, for example, fluids, do not have any markings on the packaging. They are versatile and provide just a subtle tint that suits everyone.

Do not forget that all products are based on the so-called “sugar technology” - a complex of three types of sugar - fructose, sucrose and glucose, which are obtained from sugar beets and sugar cane. These components react with amino acids on the surface of the skin and color its top layer.

Artificial tanning: self-tanners, powders, bronzers

Therefore, the resulting color depends both on the properties of the cosmetic product and on the individual characteristics of the skin: its natural shade, pH, protein composition. Of course, in the end you will get a “tan” without streaks and yellowness, but perhaps it will not be as intense as you expected.

Do not neglect such marks on the packaging as products “for the body” and “for the face”. For example, self-tanners for the face contain more moisturizing and sometimes smoothing components and have a lighter texture.

Among all artificial tanning products, self-tanning allows you to vary the intensity of the shade. If you apply it in one layer, it will be lighter; if you apply it in two, you will get a bronze shade, as if you returned from the Caribbean islands.

6 rules for applying bronzers

In order for self-tanning to go on evenly and not leave stains or unsightly marks on your hands, it must be used correctly.

1. Pre-exfoliate
Self-tanners interact with the upper keratin layer of the skin: where it is thicker (that is, a large accumulation of dead skin particles), the color will lie denser. The fat located in the pores oxidizes when interacting with self-tanning and visually becomes dark. Therefore, it is so important to clean and exfoliate the skin with peeling before applying the product. Pay special attention to problem areas - elbows and knees.

2. Moisturize your skin
If your skin is very dry, it is recommended to moisturize your skin with an easily absorbed, lightweight body wash before applying self-tanner. This is necessary to thoroughly and evenly distribute the bronzer.

3. Take a test
Before using self-tanner, be sure to do an allergy test, which will also help you evaluate the shade of the product. Apply a small amount to an inconspicuous area of ​​skin (for example, under the knee) and evaluate the result after a day.

4. Apply evenly
Apply the product in an even layer, massage in a circular motion, achieving uniform absorption. Be sure to pay special attention on the area of ​​the elbows and knees - because here the skin is thicker and the epidermis is rougher, self-tanning needs to be applied in a thin layer. When applying self-tanner to your face, try to avoid the eyebrow area and hairline.

5. Use gloves
During the procedure, you can use plastic gloves or wash your hands immediately after applying self-tanner, so as not to shock others with your bright orange palms.

6. Let the product absorb
After applying self-tanning, it is not recommended to get dressed until completely absorbed, because... Uneven coloring may result. It is better to use antiperspirant deodorants the next day; they contain aluminum salts, which can interfere with the chemical reaction and leave white marks on the skin.

Sunny makeup

If you are not a fan of sunbathing and self-tanning, decorative cosmetics will help give your skin a tanned tint.

Artificial tanning: self-tanners, powders, bronzers

Bronzing powder comes to mind first. Its functionality is very different from the usual one: it does not hide skin imperfections, does not even out the relief, but only places sunny accents. Bronzing powder always gives the skin a glow due to the reflective particles in its composition, unlike regular corrective powder, which has a matte finish.

Another beauty assistant in creating golden makeup are multicolor palettes. They consist of several blocks of color and combine the effects of blush, bronzer, highlighter, powder and eye shadow. Depending on the tone of the palette, you can mix the colors with a brush and apply a mix of pigments to the skin, or carefully pick up one shade and use it.

The third category includes vibes, which are now found in almost all brand makeup collections. They are available in light and dark colors or have a transparent gel texture. Their main function is to slightly tint the natural color of the skin, giving it a rested look.

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