I purchased this Laura Geller Beach Matte bronzer back in the spring when it first came out, but other products kept getting pushed to the front of the line. But now it gets the time to shine on my blog! But the plus side of taking forever is…I have a very strong and well-tested opinion of this product! 🙂
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Laura Geller Beach Matte Baked Hydrating Bronzer
Retail: $33 | Click for Ingredient List & More Information
Cute Packaging!
Laura Geller already has several bronzers in their line, but this is their first matte bronzer, so of course I had to buy it. You gals know my love for all things matte! 😉 The detail work in the powder is killer, you have to admit. I absolutely love the lattice work. (Gotta appreciate the pretty things in life, right?!)
The compact packaging is interesting and I’m honestly not sure why they made the cover/mirror top of the compact so thick. But my guess is so that when it’s closed it looks like you get a lot of product. I don’t really mind it, since it’s not that much thicker than a typical face powder, but it’s just something I noticed. And thought it was kind of weird.
Very Natural Pigmentation
As you can see from this arm swatch and finger swatch, it gives a really natural, more cool-tone color to your skin. I apologize for the washed out look to the picture above, but as you can see from the picture below, it’s still an accurate color of the bronzer.
The Laura Geller Beach Matte bronzer feels very smooth when you swirl your finger in it but it isn’t a buttery or soft-to-the-touch. Which is what you want in a bronzer, in my opinion. It gives you room to blend it seamlessly into your skin. Which gives you a very natural bronze or contour to your makeup.
This is a Unique Bronzer
As I think you can tell from the swatches, this Laura Geller Beach Matte bronzer is not overtly warm tone. I feel like it leans more neutral, or even cool, tone. Which I love! I tend to stay away from very warm-toned bronzers because I feel like 9 times out of 10 I end up looking oompa-loompa. And who wants that?
Why Don’t More People Talk About This Bronzer?
I am curious to try this out against the Urban Decay Beached bronzer, since they both were released around the same time and…they both have the word beach in it. Haha, but no, seriously, I am interested in seeing if they are comparable at all. I heard people rave about that Urban Decay one for months. But I haven’t heard really anyone talk about this Laura Geller Beach Matte. And I really think it amazing!
I almost hate to admit this…but I actually prefer this Laura Geller Beach Matte bronzer over my long-time-favorite one from Too Faced. *winces* Did I really just say that? Yes. I did. Because it’s true and I cannot lie, haha! Sorry Chocolate Soleil! 😛
Is it Worth Buying?
This stuff has been my JAM all summer! It’s the perfect bronzer to use for every day and can easily be built up for a more dramatic nights out. In short: I highly recommend this Laura Geller Beach Matte bronzer!
Have you purchased this bronzer? Let me know if you love it, or if you plan to purchase it anytime in the near future. I have been reaching for it on. the. daily!
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Emily Draher says
I definitely need a matte bronzer. I will put this on my wishlist!
Katie G says
I’ve been using it so much, It’s fantastic!
CosmetopiaDigest says
Laura Geller owns baked cosmetics! I prefer matte bronzers to shimmery ones on my oily skin.
Katie G says
Yes, me too, girl! I can’t get behind the shimmery bronzer 😛
Nina says
Wow, this looks amazing! I love matte bronzers for a more natural look and the cooler tones sound perfect! Thanks for sharing!
Katie G says
You’re welcome <3
Krystal E. says
I’m with you on the packaging and how pretty it looks – totally worth it to spend the money when all the fine details are there.
Katie G says
Yes, girl! I am all for that pretty packaging and detailed powder <3
Erika says
I have this bronzer on my Ulta list and now that I’ve seen your swatches, it just moved up a few notches.
Katie G says
Yes girl, you need it 😉
Michaela - The Mani Café says
i’m not a bronzer fan but i’d definitely be more inclined to use a matte one!!
Katie G says
I am not into shimmery bronzers, either. My oily skin gives me all the glow I want 😛
Shipra says
Although I don’t use bronzer, I think I would try this as a blush. I love how it looks!! <3
Katie G says
That’s a great idea! On natural days, I often omit a blush altogether and just use a matte bronzer/contour lightly on my cheeks 🙂
Ann says
That is sooooooo pretty!
Katie G says
Yessss!!!
Fairytalesnails says
This looks like a lovely bronzer x
Katie G says
I love it <3
Cris says
I’m considering buying the Too Faced one but now you’re making me doubt xD! I guess I’ll just swatch them both when I go buy it and decide.
I prefer the cool toned ones over the warmers as well, they look more appealing.
Katie G says
They’re both excellent! Definitely swatch them both and see, but I’ve just been reaching for this one so much more than my Chocolate Soliel. It’s also not as intense as the Too Faced one, so I feel like I don’t have to be as careful. I can be a bully when it comes to using makeup, haha!
Tracy says
What shade is this please?
They sell it in light, medium and dark. I am from the UK, and pale skinned.
Please reply! xxx
Tracy says
*Deep, fair and medium*
Katie G says
Hi Tracy! I have the shade medium! 🙂
I am not super pale, but definitely not tan. Generally my foundation shade is somewhere between light and medium. Hope that helps!
Tracy says
Thank you ? X
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