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Best cream bronzer

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DevilishDiva · 29/05/2022 16:42

Hit me with your recommendations for the best cream bronzer. Is the Chanel one really worth £43?
I see Charlotte tilbury have a new one too but I've always found their products a bit of a let down! Damn good marketing though lol!!

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NorthFaceofthelaundrypile · 29/05/2022 16:49

I really want to try the Chanel one. In fact I’ve just a minute ago been looking on John Lewis as there’s 15% off at the moment. But they’ve only got the darker shade in stock, and I’m not sure which of the lighter two shades to go for.

leopardprintlindt · 29/05/2022 16:50

The Chanel one is worth it IMHO. I've struggled to find anything close in terms of a cream bronzer. Having said that, I now prefer 'By Terry - Tea to Tan' - although it's not for the faint hearted on first application!

LadyEloise1 · 29/05/2022 16:53

The Chanel one lasts forever.
W7 used to do a great dupe of it but I don't see it anymore why do cosmetic companies discontinue great products.
Boots 17 also did a good dupe but that's gone too. 😡

NorthernWanker · 29/05/2022 16:56

Definitely worth it! Lasted me years! But I don't wear make up everyday

SummaLuvin · 29/05/2022 19:13

i really like the Fenty one.

regarding Charlotte Tilbury, I have been disappointed with some of her products, but loved others. One of my favourites of hers was the ‘Beach Stick’ which was a cream cheek and lip product, it has been discontinued, but if that is something to judge her cream products on I would be curious to try the bronzer - which I understand to be far more colour inclusive than Chanel.

Sexnotgender · 29/05/2022 19:20

I’ve got the Chanel one and love it.

Soontobe60 · 29/05/2022 19:26
OxanaVorontsova · 29/05/2022 19:29

Fenty is fab

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DevilishDiva · 29/05/2022 20:01

Thanks for the replies!

How do I know what shade to go for? I want to use it for contouring too! I'm a 1N1 in double wear so very light skin, blonde, hazel eyes, but I want something that will be noticeable!

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SummaLuvin · 29/05/2022 20:12

I wear Nars Gobi, one of their lightest shades, and Fenty Butta Biscuit is great for me.

declutteringmymind · 29/05/2022 20:15

I use benefit hula stick for a Matt bronzer.

ElenaSt · 29/05/2022 22:39

Utan skin idol.

Sexnotgender · 30/05/2022 10:22

DevilishDiva · 29/05/2022 20:01

Thanks for the replies!

How do I know what shade to go for? I want to use it for contouring too! I'm a 1N1 in double wear so very light skin, blonde, hazel eyes, but I want something that will be noticeable!

The Chanel one I went for the lighter one but it’s totally buildable.

I’m very fair and use a very light touch with it but every now and then I’m a bit heavy handed and it’s definitely noticeable!

I use a dense brush to put it on. I absolutely love it.

WooNoodle · 30/05/2022 19:06

If you look at chanel reviews be careful as they reformulated it last year I think.

WooNoodle · 30/05/2022 19:07

Also they have a shockingly limited shade range.

failing40s · 30/05/2022 19:09

I have the Fenty one - I like it.

failing40s · 30/05/2022 19:10

failing40s · 30/05/2022 19:09

I have the Fenty one - I like it.

Also butta biscuit which works on my fair skin.

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DevilishDiva · 31/05/2022 22:29

I've braved it and went for the Chanel one in shade 390 - their lightest shade! Excited to try it! Just can't believe I've spent £43 on a bronzer lol!

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Sexnotgender · 01/06/2022 06:07

DevilishDiva · 31/05/2022 22:29

I've braved it and went for the Chanel one in shade 390 - their lightest shade! Excited to try it! Just can't believe I've spent £43 on a bronzer lol!

It lasts forever though!

Lndnmummy · 01/06/2022 08:20

I have the fenty one which is great, especially for contouring. I'm also keen to try the rare beauty one but its been out of stock for ages. Another tip is Victoria beckham blush stick in playground. Not technically a bronzer but the tone is gorgeous and the the texturw is the best I've ever found. Lasts all day.

LadyEloise1 · 13/05/2023 18:26

Apparently Primark ( which is called Penneys in Ireland where it originated ) now has a Chanel dupe bronzer.
They also do a really chunky bronzer brush which I use with my Chanel bronzer.
I haven't tried the Primark one yet.

Niftythrifter · 13/05/2023 18:35

I had the Chanel SA apply it last week and today on me and I like how subtle it is so I am going to trade in five empties at John Lewis to get some money off.

lindyloo57 · 13/05/2023 22:51

I have the chanel one, when they did one shade, but I find it too 🍊 on me

superplumb · 14/05/2023 08:29

I'm pale and have the lightest one. I've had it over a year and barely made a dent. Just make sure you keep the plastic insert on it ans screw the lid as it can dry out. It'll last ages. It buffs in really well and makes me look less dead.

Lndnmummy · 14/05/2023 08:43

I'm going to bite the bullet this year I think