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  • Question
    What shade of bronzer should I use?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    You should select a bronzer shade that is slightly warmer and 1-2 shades darker than your skin tone. The closer it is to your skin color the easier it is to blend.
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    What is bronzer used for?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    Bronzer gives the skin a subtle sun-kissed glow. It can also be used for contouring.
  • Question
    Can you put bronzer all over your face?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    You should not apply bronzer all over your face. It can make you look brassy or like you have a bad fake tan.
  • Question
    Where should you put bronzer?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    Bronzer should be applied around the edges of the face and under the cheekbones. Use a large soft brush or an angled contour brush.
  • Question
    How do you use bronzer, contour, highlighter, and blush all on your cheeks?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    The short answer is you shouldn't. Either use blush and bronzer, contour and highlighter, OR bronzer and highlighter. Apply the products to the same areas you would if you were using them independently.
  • Question
    Should I use bronzer or cream first?
    Community Answer
    Use cream. Always apply liquids first. If you were to apply liquid on top of a powder, it would clump/cake.
  • Question
    Where should I apply highlighter?
    Community Answer
    You should use highlighter on your cheekbones. Also, if you contoured your nose, it's optional to use it on the bridge of your nose too.
  • Question
    How can I tell if the bronzer is too dark?
    Community Answer
    Bronzer should be two shades darker than your natural skin tone. Avoid any orange-looking bronzers, as those tend to take away from the natural look. The point is to give your face a little dimension. Buy a lighter bronzer first and test the color before jumping to "two shades darker" because you may not like the depth it gives you.
  • Question
    Do I need to use both a pressed powder and bronzer?
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    Yes. Put the powder on first, then the bronzer. It will help bring out the color of the bronzer.
  • Question
    Where does the bronzer go? On the cheekbone or under the cheekbone?
    Community Answer
    Just under. Highlighter goes on the cheekbone. If you put bronzer directly on the cheekbone, it will not slim your face the way it's supposed to. It will just make your skin look muddy.
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    What should I do if the bronzer is lighter than my skin tone?
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    If it's shimmery, use it as a highlighter. But your bronzer should be two shades darker than your natural skin tone.
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    What order do I put on moisturizer, foundation, powder and bronzer? How do I pick the color for all three?
    Community Answer
    You apply it in the order you wrote it. Most makeup stores like ULTA and Sephora have workers who will help find a color for you, if you ask.
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    Where do you put blush?
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    On the apples of your cheeks, or the parts that puff up when you smile. Some people apply a tiny bit on the bridge of their nose to have a rosy-looking complexion, but this takes practice to look right.
  • Question
    Do I have to use concealer to use bronzer?
    Community Answer
    Not necessarily, but concealer does help hide imperfections, which makes for a smoother finish with the bronzer.
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    What is the difference between bronzer and contour products?
    Community Answer
    Many people use bronzer to contour, they just apply it more intensely and more precisely. If something specifically is labeled a contour, it's probably just more pigmented than most bronzers.
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    Do I use only concealer on my full face instead of foundation?
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    No. You use concealer under your eyes if needed and on any blemishes, then you apply your foundation to your full face.
  • Question
    In what order do I apply my foundation, pancake and bronzing powder?
    Ayesha Mukherjee
    Community Answer
    You apply it in the order you wrote it. First the foundation, then pancake, and then bronzing powder.
  • Question
    When I apply bronzer, do I swipe my brush upwards?
    Community Answer
    You swirl it in circular motions. There is a mini video of this in the article.
  • Question
    Do I have to use foundation first?
    Community Answer
    You do not need to apply foundation if you don't want to. Foundation is optional.
  • Question
    What is the purpose of concealer and when it is applied?
    Community Answer
    Concealer is used to cover imperfections or blemishes. It is used under the eyes and on any spots or blemishes. Some people apply it after their foundation, others apply it before foundation. Either way, make sure to blend it well so there aren't obvious spots of concealer on your face.
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    Do I have to use concealer, or can I use powder?
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    They have different purposes. You don't need to use any makeup product you don't want/need to. Concealer is the best option for covering up blemishes. Powder is mainly meant to set your other makeup in place.
  • Question
    What is the difference between bronzer and rouge?
    Ayesha Mukherjee
    Community Answer
    Rouge is basically blush, which is used to give a natural glow. Bronzer is used to give a tan or sun-kissed look. It also help to make your face look slimmer if applied properly.
  • Question
    What do I do if I can't afford contour kits?
    Community Answer
    If you can't afford contour kits, you can buy multiple bronzers in different shades, or you can make you own bronzer using cocoa powder.
  • Question
    Could I use blush and a highlighter?
    Community Answer
    Yes, with blush on the apples of your cheeks and highlighter on your cheek bones. They have different purposes but will complement each other well.
  • Question
    What is difference between highlighter powder and contour powder?
    Community Answer
    Highlighter powder is applied on your cheekbones and is generally very shimmery and light, while contour is used directly under cheekbones to slim down your face and is a darker shade then your complexion.
  • Question
    Do I apply blush onto my cheekbones on top of the bronzer?
    Community Answer
    Yes. You can apply bronzer just under the jawline, and then apply blush on the part that puff when you smile.
  • Question
    What is bronzing powder used for?
    Community Answer
    It's used to look a little more tan and/or to help contour your face.
  • Question
    Can I have a boyfriend if I do this?
    Community Answer
    Makeup will not get you a boyfriend. Looking attractive could increase your chances of getting asked out by someone, but there is no guarantee. The best way is to talk to people and make friends.
  • Question
    Do I need to use bronzer after applying contour?
    Ayesha Mukherjee
    Community Answer
    No, it is not required as both of them are used for the same purpose. Contour products are much more pigmented, so they are more difficult to blend, whereas bronzing powder is very easy to use and will give you an even finish.
  • Question
    Where and how should I apply powder?
    Community Answer
    If it's setting powder, all over. If it is like a baking powder, just right under your eyes.
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