Bronzing drops are the fastest ways to get an instant yet natural looking glow this summer — as long as you apply them correctly, that is. In this guide, we’ll explain everything you wanted to know about bronzing drops, including what they are, what benefits they offer, how to prep your skin for bronzing drops, and how to apply bronzing drops like a pro.
What Are Bronzing Drops?
Bronzing drops are a lightweight, liquid bronzer that gives your face a glow that is both temporary and wash off. It’s important to know that bronzing drops are a cosmetic product, not a self-tanning product, so they should not be confused with tanning drops. Bronzing drops don’t contain DHA, which is the chemical in self-tanning products that turns the upper layer of your skin a darker color. Instead, bronzing drops contain iron oxides, malachite, and other pigments that will immediately give you a bronze appearance but won’t actually change the color of the underlying skin.
Benefits of Bronzing Drops
Bronzing drops give you an instant tan without the mess and fuss of applying self-tanner or laying in the sun for hours. Many people find that their face and neck are a few shades (or many shades) paler than the rest of their body, especially in the summer, so wearing bronze drops will help to even everything out.
Some people also experience sensitivity to self-tanning products, especially on their face, due to the DHA, fragrance, and other ingredients. If you can’t use self-tanning products on your face, bronzing drops will ensure that your face and neck aren’t a vastly different color than the rest of your body.
Looking tan can help you feel more confident and look more toned — not to mention that having a bronze glow can make you feel happier, healthier, and younger. If you want to get in a vacation state of mind, regardless of whether or not you’re going on a trip, wearing bronzing drops will make you feel like you had a quick beach getaway.
How To Prepare Your Skin For Bronzing Drops
While bronzing drops aren’t especially difficult to apply, prepping your skin a little will help you get the best glow possible. Here are the step we recommend following whenever you apply bronzer:
Cleansing
Cleansing your face removes any residue and preps your skin for the rest of your skincare routine as well as your makeup. Choose a clay cleanser that leaves your face feeling fresh and clean, but not dry and tight. If you have very dry skin, then you might only need to rinse your face with water in the morning, but everyone else should start with a gentle yet effective cleansing.
Exfoliating
A proper exfoliating routine will ensure that you don’t have any dry, rough patches that your bronzing drops might cling to, and will smooth out the application of all your makeup products too. There are many different ways to exfoliate, including physical scrubs and chemical exfoliating serums. Choose the one that works best for your skin and get in the routine of using it 1-3 times a week, however often your skin needs it.
Moisturizing
Having a moisturized, hydrated face will ensure that you have a smooth base to apply your bronzer and other cosmetic products. Choose a moisturizer that leaves your face feeling hydrated and plump, but that isn’t so thick it slides around on your face rather than drying down. Apply an even layer of the moisturizer all over your face, paying special attention to any dry patches, and let it dry down completely before applying bronzing drops. You can even mix your bronzing drops into your moisturizer (more on this in the next section).
Bronzing Drop Application Techniques
Did you know that you can mix your bronzer into your moisturizer, not just your foundation? Or do you know how to blend it out with a sponge to get rid of streaks? Here are some tips for getting the application of your bronzer drops just right:
Blending and mixing
Like we mentioned in the above section, some people enjoy mixing their bronzing drops directly into their moisturizer. This is a great option for no-makeup days when you still want a little bit of a bronze glow! However, we don’t recommend mixing bronzing drops into your sunscreen since that can dilute the SPF protection. Bronzing drops are also great for mixing directly into your foundation, especially if you have a shade that is a little too light for your face right now.
To mix your bronzing drops into either your moisturizer or foundation, wash your hands, then pump or dab the product into the palm of your hand. Add as many bronzing drops as you would like, then rub your palms togethers until the product is thoroughly mixed. Apply the product all over your face, then use a sponge to blend out any streaks.
Placement
Some people like to apply an even layer of bronzer drops all over their face and neck, especially if the rest of their body is tan. However, you can also use bronzer as a highlighter or contour, only applying it to areas such as the cheekbones, forehead, and nose where the sun would naturally hit. You can even combine both techniques, applying a base layer of bronzer and then building up more layers on certain areas.
You can use either your hands, a brush, and/or a beauty sponge to apply bronzing drops to your face. Your hands will make it easier to apply it over a wide area quickly, while a brush allows for more precise placement. A beauty sponge will help you blend out the bronzing drops for a streak-free glow that looks totally natural.
We hope this guide taught you everything you need to know about how to get a sun-kissed glow with bronzing drops this summer. Let us know your other tips for bronzing drops in the comments below!
