As a fair skinned makeup wearer, you might struggle to find a suitable bronzer shade. The biggest concerns are bronzers that provide an orange hue, or a muddy appearance. I have put together a list of the best bronzer for fair skin, covering 10 options.
elf Putty Bronzer in Tan Lines
There is something about this toasty brown hue that looks beautiful on pale skin. It is always warm, yet gentle and buildable with zero shimmer. Their creamy formula blends into the skin and sets like powder to prevent fading. You can read more and see swatches in my elf Putty Bronzer review.
Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer in Bronzer
The creamy murumuru butter formula nearly feels like an actual cream, but it is all silky smooth powder that blends like a dream. Everyone loves the tropical scent, and this shade screams summer tan with a hint of refined pearls.
elf Primer Infused Bronzer in Forever Sunkissed
\Word on the street is that it is a suitable dupe for Nars Laguna, which is featured later. While it is pretty close, it is not 100%. This warm hue is all matte with a smooth finish. It is great for those with a yellow undertone, and the primer in the formula helps it to last all day.
Revlon Skin Lights Prismatic Bronzer in Sunlit Glow
For a radiant option this bronzer has a silky texture that glides over the skin in such a beautiful way. It is full of refined pearl pigments that any shimmer bronzer lover will adore.
Fenty Beauty Sun Stalk’r Instant Warmth Bronzer in Shady Biz
It is a light bronzer shade with warm undertones and a matte finish. The formula is light as air and transfer resistant.
Nars Bronzing Powder in Laguna
It is an award winner for a reason! It is best known for its natural, healthy looking glow that is easy to diffuse. Honestly, it compliments many skin tones as it even contours and enhances your real tan. As you explore my natural bronzed makeup look tutorial, it makes a great substitution or add-in to the products that I recommend.
Tarte Park Ave Princess Amazonian Clay Matte Waterproof Bronzer
It is designed to be universally flattering and you can use it to add warmth, to sculpt, or to achieve an all-over radiant glow.
Too Faced Milk Chocolate Soleil Longwear Matte Bronzer
The 100% real cocoa formula smells great, but the buildable matte formula is the real star. This warm shade is meant to add dimension and depth to the skin for up to eight hours.
The Balm Bahama Mama Bronzer
It is known for giving you that fresh off the beach look, but without any orange tones. The matte formula can also double as a contour or crease shade, but you can use virtually any bronzer in the eye crease.
Benefit Hoola Bronzer
I used mine all up, so I do not have a picture to share. It is another award winner, featuring a natural matte finish that looks so soft on the skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should pale people wear bronzer?
Pale people should wear bronzer! It is the best makeup product to warm up the complexion for a natural, sun-kissed look. Besides that, a face full of foundation sans bronzer can give you a flat, washed-out appearance. Bronzer helps to gently sculpt.
How do I find the right bronzer for my skin tone?
Those with fair skin should aim for bronzer that is one to two shades darker than their skin tone, especially if you want a natural look. It is also helpful to know if your skin tone is warm, cool, or neutral, which dictates the shade you should be using. Bronzers normally come in those corresponding shades.
Is blush or bronzer better for fair skin?
Both blush and bronzer are perfectly fine for fair skin. You should seek out formulas with buildable coverage and lighter tones to avoid a heavy-handed look. Both products are a great way to add color back to a full face of makeup.
Shop The Bronzer
Many of these are cult-favorite classics that have won countless beauty awards, and for good reason. The key is applying with a light hand, and seeking out buildable formulas. For us, many bronzers can even double as contour for a double-duty look. What is your go-to bronzer, and why? Until next time, continue to let your true beauty shine.
