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3 Instant Fixes For Pasty Legs

Jaime Richards — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 03:05:21 PDT

While it's always a good idea to accept the skin you're in, sometimes we want a little boost. And that's where strategic use of makeup comes into play. So before fair-skinned slap on the self-tanner or go out in the sun unprotected, you can get that bronzed glow in an instant with the following items:

If it's a touch of shimmer and color you're after: Try MAC Bronze Everyday Skinsheen Leg Spray ($27). The gel-like liquid comes in two shades (Medium Dark and Dark) and gives a really natural-looking tan, all while drying in a flash. It won't rub off on your clothes, either.

If you're looking for a more matte option: Perfekt Matte Body Perfection Gel ($48) is, well, just perfect. Sweat-resistant, this glimmer-free gel moisturizes the body, all while giving pretty, stay-put, nonshiny results.

But when it's lots of shimmer you desire: St. Tropez Wash Off Instant Shimmer Stick ($20) is a body gloss that has just the slightest hint of universally flattering color, but with plenty of luster to back it up. Thanks to its wide stick applicator, this one glides on in a flash.

3 Ways to Wear Bronzer (and One Way to Skip It)

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 03:00:42 PDT

Summer is (finally!) in full swing. Layers are being shed, and one way or another, we're all trying to achieve that perfect sun-kissed glow. Makeup artist Shalini Vadhera has tips on how to look your bronzed best this season. Find out three fresh ways to wear bronzer.

Before You Get Your Bronze On, Make Sure You Scrub Up

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 03:04:00 PDT

We've all seen someone who overdoes the bronzer and ends up looking more Pigpen than Penelope Cruz. Bronzers tend to grab onto dry, dead skin and give off the appearance of a dirty face - especially when applied with a heavy hand. We caught up with makeup artist and bronzing aficionado Shalini Vadhera, whose biggest prebronzing recommendation was exfoliation. "It's really important to use a good face scrub at least twice a week," Vadhera said. "You need to remove any dry or dead skin and create a smooth canvas. You'll notice that your bronzer application is much smoother and more natural looking."

Keep from looking like you've been playing in the dirt. Click through the widget below to shop exfoliating facial scrubs that will get you perfectly prepped and ready to get your bronze on.

Get a Sun-Kissed Glow With These Bronzer Tips

BellaSugar — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 03:05:58 PDT

Want a quick, natural-looking glow? No need to step into the sun when you can fake it with bronzer. We'll show you how to choose the right shade and apply it like a pro, plus share some of our favorite product picks of the season.

Bobbi Brown's Must-Know Tips on How to Fake a Tan With Makeup

Jaime Richards — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:00:00 PDT

Want a tan without the risk of damaging your skin in the sun's harsh rays? While self-tanners definitely have their place in the, er, sun, you can always simply fake a warm, golden glow with makeup. Bobbi Brown, celebrity makeup artist and CEO of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, has a few tips to share on how to do it right. To see what she has to say, just keep reading.

Spring Makeup Shades That Work for Your Skin Tone

Brittney Stephens — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 03:10:00 PDT

As the resident beauty expert for Barneys New York, Jason Ascher is the go-to guy for all things cosmetic. And now that the new season is here, he advises seeking out the makeup mode that's best suited to your complexion. To find out which fashionable new hues Ascher says are best for your skin tone, just keep reading.

How to Wear Bronzer If You Have Fair Skin

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 03:10:21 PST

Amber Heard showed up to the Drive Angry premiere looking flawless, thanks in part to some seriously glowing skin. Mark celebrity makeup artist Mai Quynh gave Amber a slightly bronzed, luminous glow that was equal parts sweet and sexy. Find out how to copy her look when you keep reading.

Bronzer in Winter: 3 Easy Tips on Doing It Right

Jaime Richards — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 04:05:53 PST

By now, any subtle color you may have obtained from the warmer-weathered months has slowly diminished into oblivion. Luckily, bronzers enable us all to fake a healthy glow. The problem, however, is that these types of products can look a little fake on the skin come January. So I asked celebrity makeup artist and Avon global creative color director, Jillian Dempsey, if bronzers are a "do" or a "don't" for cool-weathered months. See what she had to say when you read more.

Dual It Out With Two-in-One Makeup

BellaSugar — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 06:00:00 PDT

If you're a longtime reader of Bella, then you'll know that I'm a big fan of multitaskers. And one of the greatest things about a multitasking makeup duo is that you can easily customize your own shade by blending the two colors together. In turn, some of these coupled cosmetics come with a preapplication product (like a primer), along with the makeup item itself. Even better, they take up little space. Check out the widget below for inspiration, and tell us: what's your favorite doubled-up product?

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Found: A Bronzer So Great, It Could Replace Your Foundation

BellaSugar — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:00:56 PDT

It may be nearing the end of warm times (unless you live somewhere in the southern part of the country), but that doesn't mean you can't still get your bronzer on. NYX's new Tango With Bronzer Stix ($15 each), creamy in texture, give the perfect light-reflecting glow without being too glittery, shiny, or flashy. Recently, on a daytime date with Mr. Bella, I had about negative two minutes to get ready. It was Bronzer Stix to the rescue. To find out what all the fuss is about, just keep reading.

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