Although bronzers are typically one of the essential products in our summer makeup bag, the truth is there is no reason to give them up when the temperatures drop. In fact, during the colder months they can become our best allies to return to the face the warmth and radiance that is lost when the tan disappears.
That said, the way to use them changes. If during summer we seek to enhance the skin’s golden tone, in winter the objective is to achieve a good-face effect that looks as natural as possible. And to achieve it, it’s wise to set aside tones that are too orange, formulas that are overly pigmented, and finishes that might look artificial.
Personally, I would opt for cream bronzers, light textures and formulas that melt into the skin, since they allow better control over the intensity and help achieve that healthy look that flatters so much. Moreover, some of the most popular makeup products at the moment fit especially well with this way of understanding bronzing.
Three Natural-Effect Bronzer for Autumn
Hailey Bieber’s beauty brand has expanded its makeup collection with Pocket Bronze, a cream bronzer that keeps the philosophy of its products: practical formulas, pleasant textures, and finishes that enhance the skin’s natural appearance.
Its stick format is especially convenient to carry in a bag, and its creamy texture allows you to work the product easily, delivering a touch of color that can be intensified depending on the result you want.
Rhode Sunbed Cream Bronzer
I would choose the Sunbed shade, a medium brown with a neutral undertone, to add warmth to skin tones that are complemented by this shade. I would apply it in small amounts on the cheekbones and temples, blending well to achieve a natural result.
SoftSculpt Transforming Skin Enhancer by Makeup by Mario
If there is a product that fits the idea of achieving a natural tan in winter, it’s SoftSculpt Transforming Skin Enhancer by Makeup by Mario. Created by makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic, it stands out for a balm-like formula that allows imparting warmth and visually unifying the skin tone.
SoftSculpt Transforming Skin Enhancer by Makeup by Mario
Unlike traditional bronzers, it has a translucent, buildable coverage that lets the face’s natural texture show through. The result is a fresh, luminous finish, without the makeup looking too polished.
Precisely for that reason, it’s one of the options I would choose for days when we search for a good-face effect with little effort. Just apply a small amount with a brush on the cheekbones, temples and the forehead contour to add dimension subtly.
Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer by Saie
Saie has carved out a niche among the brands favored by those who opt for light, luminous makeup, and its Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer is one of the products that best embodies this philosophy.
It is a cream bronzer with an emollient texture that melts into the skin and allows for a natural finish. Its formula contains ingredients such as grape seed oil and oat oil, and is designed to impart warmth without leaving an overly defined result.
Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer by Saie
What interests me most about this product for winter is its luminous finish and the ability to modulate the intensity. Applied in small amounts, it allows achieving a slightly bronzed tone that adds freshness to the face without necessarily recreating the effect of sun-tanned skin.
How to apply bronzer in winter to achieve a natural look
At this time of year, when the skin is usually lighter, it’s wise to choose a shade that doesn’t stray too far from our natural color. It’s also important to consider the undertone to avoid the product looking excessively orange or grayish.
As for application, the best approach is to start with very little and blend it with a brush that allows for easy diffusion of the product. We can concentrate it on the higher parts of the cheekbones and the temples, extending it gently toward the contours of the face to prevent any harsh lines.
Finally, a touch of blush and well-hydrated skin are enough to complete the makeup. Because in winter, the goal is not to look like you’ve just returned from vacation, but to achieve that fresh and rested look that makes us have good skin even on the cloudiest days.
