20 Best Bronzers of 2021
20 Bronzers That Will Help You Fake That Sun-Kissed Look Year-Round
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While you may love getting that sun-kissed glow after a weekend at the beach, we recommend you skip the damaging UV exposure and opt for one of the best bronzers available instead. You can still get that deep golden look you crave with these products, whether it be a matte formula that will look totally natural, or one with a little shimmer to give you an ethereal glow.
You don't have to spend a ton of money either because there are plenty of excellent drugstore options. But if you'd rather splurge on something with stunning, vanity-worthy packaging we've found those, too.
Ahead, you'll find the best bronzers on the market that will give you a gorgeous faux glow.
E.L.F. Cosmetics Primer-Infused Bronzer
The E.L.F. Cosmetics Primer-Infused Bronzer ($6) is infused with priming powder to help your bronzed glow last all day long.
LYS Beauty No Limits Matte Bronzer
The LYS Beauty No Limits Matte Bronzer ($18) is a silky powder that comes in five shades. It has a matte finish and is formulated with niacinamide to improve your skin while you wear it.
PYT Beauty Faux Sun Bronzer Duo
Grab the PYT Beauty Faux Sun Bronzer Duo ($20) next time you're at Target. The bronzer has a matte side and a shimmery side so you can customize the finish.
Milk Makeup Matte Bronzer
The easiest way to look sculpted? The Milk Makeup Matte Bronzer ($30). This chunky stick glides across your skin and blends easily.
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Matte Bronzer
Don't let the price of the Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Matte Bronzer ($55) turn you off. This bronzer is so large it will last you months. And when you finally do run out, you can purchase a refill.
NARS Bronzing Powder
The NARS Bronzing Powder ($38) contains just a hint of shimmer to make you glow without making you look like a disco ball. If you become just as obsessed with it as we are, there's a jumbo size that you can purchase.
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream
The Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream ($50) is a favorite among the beauty YouTube community. It's a cream-to-gel formula that glides on easily, and a little goes a long way.
Marc Jacobs Beauty O!Mega Bronzer Coconut Perfect Tan
If you use bronzer every day, you need this massive Marc Jacobs Beauty O!Mega Bronzer Coconut Perfect Tan ($49). It smells like coconut, so that's a win, and the matte formula comes in three shades to fit different skin tones.
Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Bronzer
This Too Faced Chocolate Soleil Bronzer ($32) is infused with real cocoa powder, so it smells like a Hershey's bar. Plus, the matte formula looks natural on the skin.
Fenty Beauty Sun Stalk'r Instant Warmth Bronzer
The Fenty Beauty Sun Stalk'r Instant Warmth Bronzer ($30) comes in nine matte shades, making it easy to find your perfect match.
Becca Sunlit Bronzer
The slightly shimmery Becca Sunlit Bronzer ($38) comes in four gorgeous shades to give you an epic glow. Use it on your face and body for a full-body glow.
Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzing Powder
One of the most popular cult-favorite bronzers is the Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzing Powder ($30), which now comes in four shades.
Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer Murumuru Butter Bronzer
You'll love the soft, creamy texture of the Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer Murumuru Butter Bronzer ($16) just as much as you love the natural-looking finish. The super popular drugstore option now comes in six shades.
Milani Baked Bronzer
The Milani Baked Bronzer ($9) is superpigmented, and it's a shimmery shade that will make you glow brighter than the sun.
Urban Decay Beached Bronzer
Don't head to the beach without your Urban Decay Beached Bronzer ($32), which will make you look seriously tan and sculpted.
Nudestix Nudies Matte Blush & Bronze
When you want a quick and natural makeup look, use the Nudestix Nudies Matte Blush & Bronze ($34) to quickly contour your face. It blends quickly and easily, and adds a little extra oomph to an otherwise no-makeup makeup look.
Rimmel Natural Bronzer
An oldie but goodie, the Rimmel Natural Bronzer ($4) is packed with pigment and blends seamlessly into skin.
MAC Bronzing Powder
Customers can't get enough of the MAC Bronzing Powder ($30), calling it the "best product ever." It comes in four ultraflattering shades.
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Bronzer
Besides having the most gorgeous packaging, this Hourglass Ambient Lighting Bronzer ($52) will give you a serious sun-kissed glow.
Chantecaille Radiance Anti-Age Gel Bronzer
If you're looking for a natural, easy-to-apply formula, look no further than this Chantecaille Radiance Anti-Age Gel Bronzer ($44).
