Drunk Elephant’s drops have a carefully curated formula that is free of all the harsh ingredients that can sometimes pose a threat to the skin, including essential oils, alcohols, fragrances, etc., to make way for the good, such as peptides and antioxidants. The D-Bronzi drops impart a baked glow that’s less glittery, and more dewy.
Key ingredients: Peptides, blackberry extract, vitamin E
Size: 1.35 fl oz
Saie rating: 4.8/5 stars
A Saie reviewer said: “Love the instant glow and hydration this product provides! Leaves my face looking and feeling supple. Reduces the appearance of all my fine lines with its humectant properties. A must-have!”
7. Indeed Labs Nanobronze Bronzing Drops
A blend of botanical extracts plus hydrating hyaluronic acid coat the skin with radiance. While there is no SPF, the formula does contain blue light protection and works to improve redness over time.
Size: 1 fl oz
Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, cocoa seed extract
Ulta rating: 4.5/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer said: “I love this so much!! I fake tan a lot, and often my face loses its color the quickest; this product makes it look normal for me to not wear foundation!! It’s so glowy and pretty!”
8. Physicians Formula Butter Glow Liquid Bronzer Bronze
As the name suggests, this bronzer is packed with a medley of butters, including murumuru butter, cupuaçu butter, and tucuma butter, that offer intense moisture and nourishment. The shimmer comes courtesy of speckled minerals that impart a glow that looks fresh on all types of skin.
Size: 1.3 fl oz
Key ingredients: Murumuru butter, cupuaçu butter, and tucuma butter
Amazon rating: 4.3/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer said: “I don’t usually order makeup online, but this liquid highlighter is stunning. It has a very subtle, but nice glow to it.”
9. Iconic London Sheer Bronze
With Iconic London’s Sheer Bronze in your arsenal, a professional bronzed glow isn’t hard to achieve. With six shades to choose from, add a touch of warmth to your face with this easily blendable and buildable formula that’s packed with plant extracts and a soft-focus element that leaves you looking dewy and photo-ready.
Size: 0.42 fl oz
Key ingredients: Plant extracts
Ulta rating: 4.9/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer said: “This bronzer is one of the best bronzers on the market. It is my favorite to use when summer is here. It’s lightweight, buildable, blends beautifully, etc. The only issue I have is the squeezy tube, but that’s just a personal preference.”
