In the world of cosmetics, there are various attractive products that promise to enhance our appearance and highlight our best features.

Among these is bronzer, a type of makeup product that seems to be on everyone's lips these days. But do you really know what a bronzer is?

In this article, Pomponne explains its utility and how to apply this magical product ✨ to achieve a professional result with ease.

What is a bronzer?

A bronzer is a type of makeup product that gives the skin a tanned and luminous look.

Indeed, the contrast that the bronzer creates with your skin tone creates areas of light that can also be accentuated with a highlighter.

It is generally available in compact or loose powder form, but there are also liquid and cream versions or in stick form, like those from Pomponne.

The benefits of bronzer

• Healthy glow effect: The main advantage of bronzer is that it gives the skin a tanned and radiant look, like after a vacation in the sun. Ideal for those who are not lucky enough to enjoy prolonged exposure to UV rays, or who simply want golden skin without risking the harmful effects of the sun. Don't hesitate to check out our tutorial here!
• Contouring: Bronzer can also be used to create shadows on the face, to accentuate certain areas and add dimension. This makeup technique is called contouring.
• Highlighting: Bronzer can also be applied to highlight certain parts of the body, such as the shoulders or décolletage.

How to choose your bronzer?

We cannot emphasize enough the importance of choosing the right bronzer to avoid an unnatural or overly artificial result.

At Pomponne, the incredible Fantastick Bronzer is the essential product to brighten your face in an instant.

Here are a few criteria that will help you choose your Fantastick Bronzer:

• Shade: opt for a shade that suits all skin tones so it's impossible to go wrong, as with Pomponne's.
• Intensity: We have developed a shade that will suit everyone's desires, more or less intense depending on skin tone or season.
• Texture: Choose the stick bronzer, suitable for all skin types because it is neither too greasy nor too dry, unlike powders or cream products.
• Finish: Depending on the desired result, choose the Fantastik Bronzer which is suitable for those who like a matte finish.

How to apply bronzer for a professional result?

Now that you know everything about bronzer, here are some tips for applying it effectively and getting a result worthy of professional makeup artists:

1. Prepare your skin: To ensure better makeup hold, start by cleansing, moisturizing, and protecting your face with sunscreen if necessary.
2. Apply foundation: If you opt for a stick bronzer, warm it between your fingers beforehand to obtain a texture that is easier to work with. If you want a more accentuated result, you can apply it directly to the desired areas.
3. Outline the areas to highlight: Bronzer is generally applied to the areas naturally touched by the sun: the top of the forehead, the bottom of the temples, the bridge of the nose, and the chin. Feel free to add a little product to the décolletage and shoulders if you are wearing an outfit that exposes these areas.
4. Blend: The most important step for a successful result is blending. To do this, use your finger to tap and thus spread the material without absorbing it.

Now you know everything there is to know about bronzer! So, are you ready to adopt bronzer to be radiant all year round?

Don't hesitate to discover our usage tips for our wonderful Fantastick Bronzer! 💁‍♀️