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Home · Makeup

9 Best Bronzers For Every Shade of Brown

Although our melanin already delivers a natural warmth to the face, bronzer only enhances that "lit from within glow." And when applied to the cheekbones, a darker shade can also create a contouring effect that naturally lifts the face to camera-ready greatness. Channel your inner bronze beauty with any of these Black girl-approved finishes. 
9 Best Bronzers For Every Shade of Brown
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Fair: Tarte Amazonian Clay Bronzer

This waterproof bronzer is also best for those with sensitive skin. 

9 Best Bronzers For Every Shade of Brown
available at Sephora $30 Buy Here
02
Fair: TOM FORD The Ultimate Bronzer in Terra

Warm your skin with this long-lasting and luxurious bronzer that doesn’t appear ashy on brown skin.

9 Best Bronzers For Every Shade of Brown
available at Sephora $110 Buy Here
03
Fair: Iman Sheer Finish Bronzing Powder in Sand

Dust this all over and trick everyone into thinking you just returned from a tropical vacation. 

9 Best Bronzers For Every Shade of Brown
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04
Medium: Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Matte Bronzer in Chocolate

Real cocoa powder make this a skin luminizer that smells good enough to eat. 

9 Best Bronzers For Every Shade of Brown
available at Sephora $30 Buy Here
05
Medium: MAC Bronzing Powder in Refined Golden

If you prefer a shimmery finish, MAC’s delivers plenty of warmth and radiance to the skin. 

9 Best Bronzers For Every Shade of Brown
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06
Medium: NYX Professional Makeup Matte Bronzer in Deep Tan

Oily skin types will appreciate this muted formula as the weather warms up. 

9 Best Bronzers For Every Shade of Brown
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07
Deep: NARS Bronzing Powder in Casino

This golden shimmer bronzer has the perfect balance of pigment and glow for darker complexions.

9 Best Bronzers For Every Shade of Brown
available at Sephora $40 Buy Here
08
Deep: Bobbi Brown Bronzer in Deep

Use this bronzer with a fluffy brush to graze over the natural angles of the face, creating a natural highlight and contour effect.

9 Best Bronzers For Every Shade of Brown
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09
Deep: Black Up Sublime Powder in NPS 05

Bronzer and brown skin have never been more perfectly paired until Black Up created this powder. Use all over the face after foundation to restore your glow!

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