Bronzing Drops Are the Hottest Way to Warm Up Your Face—Here Are 10 of Our Faves
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Ever since Drunk Elephant's D-Bronzi Drops went viral on TikTok, bronzing drops have become the talk of the makeup-sphere. And for good reason: Not only do they add warmth and radiance to the complexion all year round, but many offer skincare benefits and sun protection, too.
With an abundance of bronzing drops to choose from, you might be asking which ones are worth trying. We're on it. Ahead, we've rounded up some of our favorites. Whether you mix them in your foundation for all-over luminosity or wear them solo for natural radiance, get ready to glow.
Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops
Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops ($38)
Arguably the product that put bronzing drops on the map, Drunk Elephant's viral D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops has sold out several times. Formulated for all skin types and targeting concerns including dullness, dark spots, fine lines, and wrinkles, the drops have the consistency of a serum and are infused with peptides. Wear them alone or under makeup—just shake the bottle well before application, then get ready to live your best-bronzed life.
Tarte Cosmetics Key Largo Glow Bronzing Drops
Tarte Cosmetics Key Largo Glow Bronzing Drops ($35)
Available in four shades, Tarte's Key Largo Glow Bronzing Drops add instant glow to the complexion and can easily be mixed into moisturizers or makeup for a subtle boost of radiance. You can play around with the amount of product to intensify the bronze color or wear it alone without makeup. The hydrating formula includes skin-loving ingredients such as vitamin E, squalane, and lentil extract.
e.l.f. Cosmetics Bronzing Drops
e.l.f. Cosmetics Bronzing Drops ($12)
The e.l.f. Cosmetics Bronzing Drops are easy to apply and on the wallet—with an affordable price tag of $12, you'll want to pick up all three shades. Apply liberally all over the face and body with a fluffy makeup brush for that back-from-vacation glow.
Glossier Solar Paint Luminous Gel Cream Bronzer
Glossier Solar Paint Luminous Gel Cream Bronzer ($20)
If you're seeking an easy-to-use bronzer, look no further than Glossier's Solar Paint Luminous Gel Cream Bronzer. The lightweight gel formula blends easily and absorbs into the skin to create a lasting faux glow. Equipped with a doe-foot applicator, you can control where it goes and add more, if needed, to create a naturally bronzed makeup look. Light-reflecting pearls add some natural shimmer, while unique ingredients Desert Milk and Ayursense nourish and add luminosity.
Westman Atelier Liquid Super Loaded All-Over Illuminator Drops with Vitamin C
Westman Atelier Liquid Super Loaded All-Over Illuminator Drops with Vitamin C ($58)
Add an ethereal glow to your skin with this complexion enhancer. The coverage is light, and the finish is radiant. Formulated with vitamin C, avocado oil, and Tsubaki oil, this product does more than add some welcomed radiance: It helps protect from free radicals, hydrate, and calm skin.
Saie Beauty Glowy Super Gel Lightweight Dewy Multipurpose Illuminator
Saie Glowy Super Gel Lightweight Dewy Multipurpose Illuminator ($28)
Use Saie's water-based liquid illuminator as a primer before your makeup or to add warmth to your skin over foundation. The airy texture is easy to blend and perfect for natural makeup looks. Once you've applied your makeup, take a blush brush and lightly sweep it along the cheekbones, forehead, and even tip of the nose for subtle radiance.
Clinique Sun-Kissed Face Gelee Complexion Multitasker Bronzer
Clinique Sun-Kissed Face Gelee Complexion Multitasker Bronzer ($36)
Give your skin a sun-kissed glow with this light gel bronzer, which is oil-free and easy to apply. Wear it alone or mix it with your preferred skincare or makeup. Feel free to layer the gel to build the color until you're satisfied—it absorbs quickly and isn't sticky. Want to get your money's worth? Apply to the neck and chest area to keep the glow going all day (and night) long.
Naked Sundays CabanaGlow SPF50 Mineral Glow Serum Drops
Naked Sundays CabanaGlow SPF50 Mineral Glow Serum Drops ($35)
Naked Sundays' CabanaGlow SPF50 Mineral Glow Serum Drops combine a bronzing serum with mineral sunscreen. Layer the buildable formula until you get your desired coverage. Since SPF should be applied last in your skincare routine, opt to apply this one after your moisturizer or on top of makeup for lasting benefits. (Don't forget to reapply every 80 minutes to make the most of the SPF protection.)
Isle of Paradise Sunny Serum Instant Face Bronzer
Isle of Paradise Sunny Serum Instant Face Bronzer ($24)
With skincare ingredients including niacinamide, squalane, and jojoba oil, Isle of Paradise's Sunny Serum Instant Face Bronzer adds a bronze glow while treating the skin. If redness and dullness are on your list of skin concerns, give this product a whirl.
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Hue Drops Sun Glow Serum
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Hue Drops Sun Glow Serum ($35)
What happens when you mix a beloved serum with a glowing, sheer tint that illuminates skin immediately upon application? You get Glow Recipe's Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Hue Drops Sun Glow Serum. Infused with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, it addresses dryness and uneven texture while providing a radiant boost. Apply liberally to your face, neck, and chest as the last step of your skincare routine.
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