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How to Use Bronzer on Dark Skin

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Light-skinned women wear bronzer to create a suntanned look. However, many dark-skinned women assume a bronzer is not useful for them. They overlook the opportunity to define and highlight their facial features, particularly cheekbones. These steps provide a guideline to use bronzer with standard blush.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Bronzer powder
  • Large makeup brush
  • Cotton makeup pad
  1. Step 1

    Select an amber bronzer powder to highlight the golden undertones associated with most dark skin tones. Test the color on a clear spot on your face before making a final decision.

  2. Step 2

    Choose a large bristle soft blush makeup brush with a rounded tip. Use a large brush instead of a small stiff brush to prevent blotches or streaks. Stick with natural fibered brushes not synthetic ones for the smoothest application.

  3. Step 3

    Add bronzer to the large makeup brush by evenly swirling the brush in the bronzer. Remove excess bronzer by tapping the brush on a clean tissue or cloth.

  4. Step 4

    Apply bronzer to your cheekbones, not the cheeks, in light sweeping strokes. Gradually add more bronzer to create the color you want. If you apply too much bronzer use a clean makeup pad to blend the bronzer. You can also add base powder or remove some bronzer and reapply.

  5. Step 5

    Examine your bronzer application in the daylight as a final check to be sure it complements your dark skin tone and gives you a golden glow. If you miss your usual blush color, blend in a small amount of your favorite blush using a clean makeup pad.

Tips & Warnings
  • Apply a little powder before the bronzer to prevent streaking.
  • Use a cream, cream-to-powder, stick or liquid bronzer on dry skin.

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