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

“It’s a scary thing to have to think about,” Electronika said, dusting on bronzer, “and it’s a scary thing that will weigh heavy on me.”

From Washington Post ● Dec. 3, 2022

Makeup mavens are now sweeping bronzer, blush and highlighter underneath their foundation for a look that’s called under painting.

From New York Times ● Jan. 13, 2022

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

For my final task, I dab on a bit of bronzer and a claret lipstick like I promised my mom.

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

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