Jennifer Garner and I Are Both Loyal Fans of This Luxe Bronzer

Bronzer is one of those makeup products that’s challenging to apply if you have fair skin. Trust me, I know from experience. There’s a very fine line between achieving a sun-kissed glow and looking like an Oompa Loompa. I’ve tested several bronzers that end up leaving behind an orange tint, which is especially noticeable on pale folks like me. One of the only products that produces a naturally sun-kissed appearance on my pale skin is the Chanel Les Beiges Bronzing Cream in light bronze.

If you want makeup that lasts and garners compliments, luxury is the way to go — and this Chanel bronzer is no exception. Everything about it feels opulent, from the luxe packaging to the swirled cream inside and the way it melts into my complexion. This is hands-down one of the best makeup products I’ve ever applied — point blank, period. Jennifer Garner even agrees this velvety-matte bronzer is the secret to achieving a healthy glow. I love finding celebrity-loved products that actually work!

In a Vogue Beauty Secrets video, Garner says, “I do a little of this [applying the bronzer on a fluffy brush] and then I put a little on my hand so it’s all mushed in. You gotta do the neck. You don’t want to look like a popsicle.” After application, Garner cooed, “Ooh! Look who’s coming to life!”

The creamy, gel-like bronzer formula comes in three hues. The lightest shade (aka light bronze) is ideal for those who are extra pale. Just a dab of the nourishing formula imparts the most delicate, velvety bronzed glow. While the formula builds well, I have found just a swipe is enough to define my features and breathe life into my face. Plus, it works overtime to smooth your complexion, leaving behind a filter-like finish. Most days, I skip foundation or concealer and just swipe this bronzer along my cheekbones and forehead to liven up my complexion.

Bronzer can be a tricky product to formulate, and it’s one of those that are prone to clog pores. Chanel went above and beyond when developing this bronzing cream to ensure that it’s non-comedogenic, ensuring zits won’t sprout as a result of using it.

Now I’ll be honest: When I first saw the price tag, I was a bit caught off guard. Dishing out $60 for a bronzer felt a tad over the top until I realized the size and glowing finish I experience after applying it on my skin. At over an ounce, the compact contains plenty of product. I’ve owned my Chanel bronzer for almost two years and I’ve barely made a dent. And that says a lot for someone who wears it practically every day.

Shoppers of all ages swear by the bronzer too, saying it’s one of their favorite skin investments. “This is the perfect cream bronzer,” one Nordstrom reviewer writes. I’m in my mid 40’s with combination, oily skin. I’ve been wearing it every single day! On my no-makeup days, I wear it over my sunscreen to add warmth to my face.” Another mentions the hype is very real: “This stuff is amazing and will last a very long time,” she adds.

If you’re going to splurge on a single beauty product, let it be the Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream. Go on and treat yourself — you deserve it.