SOLEIL TAN DE CHANEL

Description:
The velvety finish of this light cream-gel bronzer leaves your skin with a beautiful sun-bathed look. Wear it on its own, or for a hint of outdoors radiance, over or under your favourite CHANEL foundation.

Ever since I purchased this bronzer, which was about a month ago, I have been using it daily and will not be parting with it...ever!

The bronzer is a cream/gel formula which is quite similar to a mousse but much thicker and creamier. It is a gorgeous caramel colour that is matte and has a very buildable texture.
It works well not only as a bronzer but also a blush or contouring product, adding a very natural looking warmth and sun-kissed glow to the face.

I've found that the best way to apply it is with either a kabuki, blusher or buffing brush. I like using MAC's buffing brush and simply swirl it lightly in the product and then buff it into the skin very gently using light circular motions.

The colour is very buildable so it's possible to have either a very sheer veil of colour or something a bit more pronounced.
It blends beautifully into the skin and does not sit on top of it the way most powders do, which in turn results in much more of a natural looking and believable sun-kissed glow.

Swatch:

...and on the cheeks as a blush/contour:

Although it is pricey (£28), the pot contains a lot of product and is bound to last a very long time, especially taking into account the fact that you really don't need all that much to attain a naturally tanned appearance.

Last but not least - it smells divine - very yummy and fruity.

Have you used it and do you love it as much as I do?