The Bronzers You Need in Your Makeup Bag

A good bronzer won't just add a touch of colour but should help shape, define and bring life to your complexion

This new 24H serum-infused bronzer from Lancôme delivers instant sun-kissed skin. A satin, buildable and blendable formula, it’s enriched with vitamin C, vitamin E and moringa oil for a natural, healthy glow with just a hint of shimmer. Ultra Wear CE Skin Transforming Bronzer, £44 Lancôme

The exact same formula, texture and pigment as their hugely popular blushers, Glossier’s new Cloud Paint Bronzer, £22, sinks in fast to leave behind a plumped, dewy sheen that looks healthy and luminous. Available in six shades, just tap on with fingers for a gorgeous glow.

Victoria’s trick for the ultimate sun-kissed effect is emphasising all your best angles with a two-step bronzing and contouring routine, with a soft focus finish to rejuvenate dull skin. Matte Bronzing Brick, £56 Victoria Beckham Beauty

This buildable liquid-gel formula melts seamlessly into skin for a subtle and healthy bronzed finish and it only requires your fingers to disperse, so no tools needed. Dew Bronze Soft Focus Effortless Liquid Bronzer, £20 Saie

An ultra-fine formula with naturally derived pigment, Guerlain’s new Healthy Glow Powder, £47, is perfect for a flatteringly soft, healthy glow with just a pretty hint of pink.

This versatile bronzing gel delivers a sheer, buildable veil of radiance. Layer up for a bolder impact, or mixed with your moisturiser for a soft, barely-there tint. Gel Bronzer, £32 Jones Road

Swirl your brush in this cream and powder hybrid which has a few different tones for illumination, and buff over skin for a warm glow. Luminous Silk Bronzing Powder, £48 Armani Beauty