How to apply bronzer

Just a few tips on applying bronzer, to make us all into the bronze goddess, that we are!!

Seeing as we are full swing into summer, and when else is there a better time for bronzing ourselves. I figured I might throw in a few useful tips amongst my endless/useless ramblings.

So here we go:
Bronzers ( if chosen in the right shade) will give your skin a natural sun kissed glow , or even out your tan, or brighten up a pasty/tired complexion. I personally am a HUGE fan of bronzer!!! I use it year round, of course in moderation!

First off ... the most important thing is to apply bronzer with a light hand, and here I speak from experience!! It's easier to go darker then to lighten the bronzer once already applied. I tend to have a heavy hand when applying makeup, so I really watch it with the bronzer.

Choose a bronzer that is a few shades darker than your skin tone, too dark will look unnatural and even make your face look dirty. Now who would want that?? For fair complexion girls, a pinky or peachy toned bronzers are great. If your more of a medium or olive complexion like me, go for the coppers. They will do wonders for you!! :D

Another big thing!! AVOID bronzers with an ORANGE tint to it .. you will end up looking like Jack Lalaine(sp?). hahahaha Anyway the point is you will have an orange tint to your skin and there is nothing bronze goddess like about an orange looking complexion. :S If you are looking for a bronze "glow" look for bronzers with just an hint of shimmer. That will give your complexion a natural looking glow. You don't want it to be too sparkly tho.

Finally ....
When applying bronzer, use either a bronzer buffer, or a big round fluffy powder brush. You can use either brush for mineral bronzer, but I would recommend to use the fluffy brush for traditional bronzers. Always remember whether it's mineral or traditional makeup, to tap your brush to remove any excess product floating on the head of the brush. Now, apply your bronzer dusting the cheeks, forehead, nose, and chin, gently but making sure to blend well. ALWAYS, always blend, blend, blend .. don't leave any harsh lines!!!