10 Best Bronzer Brushes 2024 | UK Makeup Artist Reviewed

Made using Taklon bristles - a synthetic fibre designed to mimic natural hair - this is our top recommendation for an animal-free alternative, and in general! The soft, fluffy bristles are on par with natural brushes when it comes to picking up powders, but it's also perfect for applying liquids and creams. 

The angled brush head follows the lines of the face while being full and rounded enough to distribute product onto the skin evenly. This allows for deep, natural-looking contours, especially when used in the hollows of the cheeks. Gorgeous!

The perfect partner to Benefit’s beloved Hoola Bronzer range, this brushes gold bamboo-effect handle and striking aqua blue-tipped head adds a bit of kitschy fun to your makeup kit. Not to mention it'll look fab on your dressing table! 

Whatever your bronzer of choice, this beauty is sure to deliver excellent results. The ultra-fine bristles feel soft against the skin, and the dome-shaped head makes it suitable for both blending and contouring.

If you often find yourself going a bit too heavy when it comes to bronzer application, the NARS Mie Kabuki Brush might just be the one for you. This double-dome brush is wonderfully adept at diffusing any excess product.

The domed head is comprised of tapered bristles to pick up and redistribute powder, whisking away any excess product on the skin. When applying bronzer, the long, thin handle cleverly forces you to hold the brush in a way that prevents you from applying too much pressure.

War Paint's brush consists of densely-packed, synthetic bristles that effortlessly scoop up powder in one swipe. The ergonomic handle makes it comfortable to grip, and the uniquely angled fishtail design gets right into the contours of the face for an impeccably chiselled finish. 

While it does an excellent job at picking up the product and moulding itself into the lines of the face, the shape and stiffness of the bristles make blending challenging for beginners. Try using small circular motions to redistribute the product or follow it with a round brush or kabuki.

We love this gorgeous kabuki brush from Charlotte Tilbury! When travelling with your makeup brushes, it’s all too common for them to get dirty or damaged, but this ingenious brush has both a retractable head and protective cap to keep things neat and clean while you’re on the go.

With high-end brands like Charlotte Tilbury, you expect to pay a high price, but this particular brush is very reasonable. The quality of Charlotte Tilbury products is excellent, and this product is a great choice for travelling due to its retractable head; however, the brush itself is not travel-sized.

Designed for use with base products such as foundation, this is an ideal brush for applying liquid bronzer. Liquids can be tricky to blend with standard powder brushes, but with an oval head and soft, densely packed bristles, this brush allows for silky-smooth application and blending. 

Want to take your makeup application to the next level? Replace the brush head with the sponge attachment for flawless bronzed skin. A great 2-in-1product that you don't have to worry about extra attachments for.

This gorgeous glittery kabuki brush from Real Techniques is part of their limited-edition Brush Crush range. While it won’t be the one to give you that sharply defined contour, this super-cute kabuki is our favourite for achieving an all-over radiant glow!

The extra-large, rounded head generously sweeps product over the skin for easy application and distribution on the face, neck and décolletage. Best of all, it's not just for bronzers! Why not give it a go with your favourite highlighter for a subtle strobing effect?

You may be wondering what a blusher brush is doing on a list of the top 10 bronzer brushes to buy online, but the Angled Blush Brush from e.l.f is an excellent choice for a versatile brush that can do it all.

A good starter brush for beginners, this brush is easy to handle and very affordable. Due to its design as a blusher brush, the head is cut at the perfect angle for applying bronzer on and around the cheeks, guiding those who may be new to contouring techniques.

The Guerlain Terracotta Pinceau Brush is an elegant yet unassuming, compact natural brush. The small size takes up minimal space in your makeup bag, and the super-soft bristles are guaranteed to create a uniform bronzing effect without leaving any marks behind.

As is typical with natural hair brushes, this one is, unfortunately, prone to shedding. However, the bold red bristles mean you can easily spot any loose hairs that may fall onto the face before you step out the door. 

At first sight, the price of these kabuki brushes seems too good to be true. Having two brushes can be incredibly handy, especially when they're as thin and lightweight as these. Keep them in your bag, and you'll never be caught short.

Naturally, they're not quite as sturdy as some more expensive brushes, and the bristles themselves are almost too soft. However, they're affordable, incredibly comfortable to hold, and they look great too!