To enhance your look for an all-year-round tan, you should consider supplementing your makeup routine with a bronzer. Bronzing blush may not be used as commonly as the traditional color blush, but it can add a very unique bronze look to your skin without a lot of fuss, any time of the year.

For the most natural effect, it is important to find a bronzer that complements your skin tone. Blushing bronzer should subtly darken your skin tone to give you a natural, sun-kissed glow. Bronzing is a way for people with paler complexions to apply a bit of pigment to their skin. It works for people of all skin types as long as it is the right shade and it is applied correctly. Another great thing about bronzer is that you can achieve that tan look without damaging your skin with tanning beds or harsh sunlight.

The shade you choose should be very close to what your skin naturally looks like when it is tanned, and it should never be more than two shades darker than your natural skin tone. Once you’ve selected the right shade, you should apply the makeup blush to places that naturally receive a lot of sunlight, like the top of your cheeks, your forehead, your nose and even your chin. Be careful applying bronzer so you don’t appear to have dark streaks all over you face. Subtly is key. You can apply bronzer in a variety of ways, but I suggest using a brush. It’s a bit easier to control the amount of blush that goes on this way. These are just the fundamentals of how to use blushing bronzer but if you follow these basic steps, you’ll be well on your way to achieving that perfect sun-kissed look.