Bronzers work best when the skin looks natural. They can be brown-, red-, blue-, orange-, and sometimes yellow-based.
alabaster skin (Gwyneth Paltrow skin color) Pinky shimmer or peach
light (Drew Barrymore) Beigy brown with a bit of pink
medium (Sienna Miller) Browny pink with only a bit of orange for warmth
medium-dark (Jennifer Lopez) Brownish orange
dark (Vanessa Williams) Brownish red
deepest (Venus Williams) Brownish blue
Bronzers are available in flat or shimmering powder, gel stick, and cream formulas. Self-tanners are available in cream, gel, and spray, and are often mixed with moisturizer to get the best results.
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Powder bronzer is the easiest to apply. I use it to add a tint of color to the skin and to correct light foundation or red skin.
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1 Using a large, flat brush, apply a small amount of bronzer for even distribution. Start on the apples of the cheeks.
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2 Next, dust over the nose and chin.
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3 Brush bronzer onto the neck area.
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4 Turn the face to either side to make sure the color is well blended.