Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

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Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

The best cream bronzers are blendable, natural-looking, and long-wearing. We put dozens to the test to find the best options on the market.

Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

The 11 Best Cream Bronzers of 2023, Tested and Reviewed

We rounded up the best bronzers for a sun-kissed glow no matter your skin tone, type, or preference. Shop tested, reviewed, and makeup-artist-approved picks now.

Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

21 Best Bronzers for Every Skin Tone 2023, Tested & Reviewed

A lightweight, creamy balm bronzer with a natural, velvet finish that melts into skin for an effortless, sun-kissed glow. Paired with our Big Brush, Sun Melts light, creamy consistency makes it easy to build and define your bronze without overdoing it. Available in four seamless shades of true-to-you color.

Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

Saie Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer - Medium Bronze

Cream bronzers can give skin a fresh yet natural look. Is the e.l.f. Cosmetics Putty Bronzer a must-have? Ahead, a beauty writer shares her thoughts.

Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

e.l.f.'s Putty Bronzer Creates Gorgeous Sun-Kissed Cheeks

Especially useful when you're going for a fresh-faced finish (though many can be seamlessly applied atop a foundation), the best cream bronzers (and liquidy ones) are uniquely blendable and buildable in a way powders simply aren't, giving even bronzer beginners a chance to shine — or not.

Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

The 18 Best Cream Bronzers of 2021 for a Fresh-Faced Golden Glow

Laura Mercier’s Tinted Moisturizer Blush delivers a soft, sheer glow with the skincare-powered magic of a moisturizer. Put the finishing pats on any no-makeup makeup look with just a hint of natural, long-lasting cheek color. Laura Mercier, creator of the iconic Tinted Moisturizer, brings the same skincare-meets-makeup magic to a new effortless blush formula.

Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Sheer Cream Bronzer - Sunspell

Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

Physicians Formula Organic Wear Sculpting Bronzer Stick

Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

SELF Healthy Beauty Awards: The 11 Best Blushes, Bronzers, and Highlighters of 2022

Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

The Best Cream Bronzers 2023: Makeup by Mario, Fenty Beauty, More

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Bronzer vs. Contour: Which One Is Right for You?

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer - Macchiato