Rimmel London Natural Bronzer, 002 Sunbronze, 14g

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Bronzer is a makeup product that is used to darken the skin and create an even color tone. It is usually applied in the areas around the face, such as the cheekbones, forehead, and chin.

But while liquids, creams and oils (yes really – stay with me) are the best choice for skin glossing, a good old powder will always win in the longevity stakes. Today’s best are much more luminous than that tangerine compact we all carried around in the 00’s, and many come with dual tones to allow for some sneaky contouring, too. Next, you need to read the ingredient list. A fantastic rule of thumb to remember is if you cannot pronounce an ingredient or have no idea what the ingredient is, you may want to steer clear of that product. Often, a laundry list of ingredients is a red flag as well and all of those ingredients are unnecessary. Try and find a bronzer with as few ingredients as possible. The 10 Best Natural / Organic Bronzers: Cream bronzers typically offer a bit of glow as well as workable, forgiving formulas, but if you're looking for one that delivers on pigmentation and staying powder, this one from Nars does that and more. Seriously, Nars has mastered the world of bronzers. In addition to their beloved Laguna powder bronzer, the range now comes in an incredible cream formula. The creamy texture is deeply pigmented (be sure to start with a light hand), easy to blend, super long-wearing, and natural-looking on the skin. It creates an airbrushed wash of color, and we appreciate that it layers beautifully on top of foundation and with other cream and powder cheek products.Liquid & Serum Natural Bronzers : If you want a bronzer made from primarily organic ingredients, then look no further than a liquid or serum bronzer. Serum bronzers are made from a combination of nourishing plant oils, essential oils, and natural pigments. A good serum bronzer can be almost as good as applying a real facial serum treatment! Liquid bronzers can be applied by using a makeup brush or fingertip. Parabens are one of the most common preservatives found in makeup, including bronzer. Parabens are so harmful to the body because they can actually mimic estrogen, according to the FDA. This leads to an increase in breast cancer and skin cancer. But before you get glowing, it's key to find the best bronzer formula for your skin shade and needs. First, I.D. the right texture for your skin type. This is another ingredient that should be avoided when choosing a bronzer. Fragrance is where many companies like to hide an abundance of chemicals and artificial ingredients. Companies are not required to disclose what is included in the term “fragrance,” so they can put whatever they want into that category even if it is not related to fragrance at all. Additionally, most fragrances are stabilized with phthalates, which a chemical linked to reproductive issues and birth defects when tested on animals. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Since cosmetics are not fully regulated, cosmetic companies are not required to fully disclose what is in their products. Therefore, all it takes is for one natural ingredient to be used in the mascara, such as coconut oil, and they can claim they use “natural ingredients.”

Now for the most important part: placement. As legendary make-up artist Gucci Westman explains, 'you don't want to go into the nose or below the cheek. When applying bronzer I focus on the upper half of the face. Blend it so it finishes naturally on your cheeks, or you’ll struggle to fade the colour out.' The best natural bronzers are crafted from natural minerals, nourishing plant butters and oils, and yummy fruit pigments. It wouldn’t be out of the ordinary to find an organic bronzers made from cocoa powder, coffee grounds, natural iron oxide minerals, and dark berry pigments. Natural bronzers can also include a range of other ingredients such as anti-inflammatory aloe vera, antioxidant rich green tea, carrot seed oil, and pomegranate oil, and even collagen-boosting vitamin C (8, 9). Alyssa Kaplanis an experienced writer in the beauty industry and product tester specializing in cosmetics. She has been wearing and experimenting with bronzers for years, and has personally tried every product on this list. Alyssa has been a commerce writer at Byrdie since 2022, where she covers all things beauty.Organic bronzers usually come in cream form and they are usually applied on top of makeup as well as bare skin. Sunkissed skin can be an immediate confidence boost, but achieving it by baking in the sun is a serious no-no. The good news? You can get the look with minimal effort—and at any time of year—if you find the best bronzer for you. This bronzer is ideal for you if you like to sport a minimalist, no-makeup makeup look. We think the dewy finish and sheer coverage look stunning on bare skin or layered on top of a skin tint. Because of how emollient it is, it does fade a bit throughout the day, so keep this in mind if you have oily skin or require longevity out of your makeup.