Bronzers, they’re iconic. Why? The hard-working beauty staple can be used to shape, shade, contour, highlight, and of course, leaves a radiant, rich finish with a few simple swipes. But finding the right bronzer is actually far trickier than you might think — because, the perfect formula will blend into the skin to bring an effortless, sun-kissed complexion with little fuss.

Over the years, the beauty world has found those few legendary formulas that do just that. So much so, they become iconic pieces to have in your makeup arsenal. Ahead, take a look at some of the most loved bronzers, from blendable cream formulations to traditional glow-giving powders.

For that breezy, island getaway glow year-round, you can’t go past Westman Atelier’s Beauty Butter Bronzer. The smooth and nourishing formula melts effortlessly into skin to deliver a warm colour, with an even, matte finish.

Uniqely lightweight and easy-to-blend, Chanel’s Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream offers up a delicate and velvety finish for a natural, sun-kissed complexion.

From Flawless Filter to Pillow Talk, Charlotte Tilbury is no stranger to a viral formula. The brand’s Beautiful Skin Sun-Kissed Glow Bronzer is no different, with the sell-out success a unique blend of skincare and makeup perfect for an all-over radiance.

Few makeup products are iconic as that of Nars’ Laguna Bronzer. Known for its legendary formula that offers up the ultimate warmth for the skin, it has the perfect blend of shimmer. The famous bronzing powder is also available in lighter and deeper shades for all kinds of skin tones.


Fenty Beauty products are known for a few things, namely their high-quality, hard-working formulas. The brand’s Sun Stalk’r Instant Warmth Bronzer is no different, with a perfectly poised post-vacay bronze.