Using mens bronzer

While fashion and cosmetics used to be the sole domain of women, more and more men today are not shy about being fashionable, styling their hair, whitening their teeth or even wearing make-up. In fact, many male celebrities and models use a makeup artist prior to making public appearances. This ensures that their best features are accentuated and blemishes and scars are hidden. Most men may think that using a bronzer is a daunting task. Believe me, it's not rocket science! It's quick and easy. Here are some simple steps to using men's bronzer:

1. Before you even consider using any make-up. It is important to establish a daily regime for skin care. Three words to remember - CLEAN, TONE and MOISTURIZE. I suggest cleansing your face initially to remove dirt and dead skin cells. Then apply a toner. This restores the skin to its natural pH level and remove any remaining dirt and dead skin cells. Finally, apply moisturizer to your face and neck. I suggest using a moisturizer with SPF 15 or higher for that added protection against the harmful rays of the sun.

2. I also suggest exfoliating your skin 2-3 times a week. Wash your face using an exfoliator and warm water. Use a circular motion to help remove dead skin cells.

3. Now we're ready to apply our bronzer. Use a large good quality brush to apply the bronzer. But if you're using a cream bronzer, then a sponge or your fingers will do.

4. Apply to areas where the sun would normally hit such as the forehead, nose, chin and across the cheekbones.

5. Use small, downward strokes. Make sure you apply the bronzer evenly otherwise your bronzer make up will appear dirty. Always blend and blend some more.

6. Avoid applying too much bronzer as this can make your skin look orange. If you've applied too much, tone it down by blotting the area with some tissue or applying some loose powder on top or wiping it off with a clean make-up sponge until you've achieved the desired effect. If none of these methods work, then remove the bronzer and start from the beginning.

7. Practice! practice! practice! As with any makeup application, practice makes perfect.

8. At the end of the day, always remove your bronzer as leaving it overnight is harmful to your skin. Remember the three words I mentioned above - CLEAN, TONE and MOISTURIZE. Use a richer moisturizer at night particularly if you have dry skin.