Who has never dreamed of keeping their beautiful summer tan all year round? With sun powder, also called terracotta or even tan, it's quite possible! Neither a foundation nor a blush, this cosmetic product sublimates your skin while guaranteeing you a natural effect. The choice offered in store is very wide. Many big brands market their sun powder and all rely on unique formulas, but also on a wide range of shades. The principle of terracotta is that it adapts to each type of skin. The price can vary greatly from one product to another. It depends on the quality, the brand, but also the ingredients contained in the product and its packaging.
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How to put terracotta?
Do you want to test the sun powder to enjoy a beautiful tanned complexion? In order to obtain a visible and natural result at the same time, it is essential to use it well. Here are all of our application tips.
The right actions to adopt
Before applying your terracotta, you must first prepare your skin. The advantage of tanning is that it can be used on bare skin as well as in addition to your usual foundation. If you are used to applying day cream before applying makeup, wait until your skin is perfectly dry. Do not hesitate to absorb any traces of fat using a small blotter.
Choose the perfect shade
Terracotta is appreciated mainly for its naturalness. However, be careful to choose it well to avoid unpleasant surprises! It is important to do tests to find the shade that best matches your skin tone. In general, the brands all offer various shades. Therefore, whether you have fair skin or rather matte skin, you will easily find the ideal powder. To make your choice, do not hesitate to carry out a few tests on your neck.
Which methods for which results?
You will not choose the same powder depending on the desired result. Of course, the goal is not to be too flashy. So, if you have a fairly light complexion, you should favor a light tan. This will give you a healthy glow, without risking too much demarcation. Conversely, if your skin is rather dark, you can opt for a darker powder.
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Depending on your preferences, you will have the choice between products containing mother-of-pearl which will bring a glittery effect, and others, whose rendering will be more matte. If you want to achieve an understated effect that is as natural as possible, the shiny side might bother you. It will be better to orient yourself towards a matte compact powder. Conversely, some people appreciate precisely this aspect which brings luminosity to the face.
Terracotta and hot weather: what resistance?
If you have sensitive, dry skin, you'll appreciate a powder that contains moisturizers. The sun and the heat can make you feel tight.
Sun powder / terracotta: what are the differences?
Wondering what is the difference between terracotta and sun powder? Concretely, there is none! It is simply the same product. The only thing is that the real Terracotta is the name given to the sun powder launched by the famous brand Guerlain in the 1980s. Since then, many cosmetics designers have taken hold of the concept by launching their own ranges of bronzers. Of course, Guerlain Terracotta, of superior quality, is sold at higher prices than the majority of other products. In addition, like some sun powders, it can also be used in contouring; a make-up technique that consists of sculpting the features of the face. The purpose of bronzers is simply to bring luminosity and a tanned effect to your complexion.
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