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bronzer

American

[bron-zer] / ˈbrɒn zər /

noun

a cosmetic ointment used to give the skin a tanned look.

bronzer British

/ ˈbronzə /

noun

a cosmetic applied to the skin to simulate a sun tan

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Etymology

Origin of bronzer

bronze (v.) + -er ¹

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bronzer

Following Cheetos' makeup release, YouTubers Jeffree Star and Mayra Isabel were quick to review and use the brand's eyeshadow and bronzer sets.

From Salon ● Jan. 14, 2023

She added: "That’s the most prosthetics I’ve worn. Even the bronzer and the foundation are so much darker, the lashes are thicker. The makeup gets heavier as she gets older."

From Fox News ● Aug. 25, 2021

Even the bronzer and the foundation are so much darker, the lashes are thicker.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2021

Top with a loose powder and a bit of bronzer or pink blush.

From Washington Post ● Aug. 11, 2021

I dab a little mineral bronzer on my cheeks and run a reddish-brown gloss over my lips.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed

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