Trends come and go, but sunkissed skin is always in. Whether you’re headed on a tropical escape or simply want warmth without soaking in the rays, NARS formulas and techniques deliver a natural glow that can withstand the heat. The essential step for natural warmth? Founder & Creative Director François Nars believes it’s bronzing skin. “Apply to the areas that would be hit by the sun: the forehead, bridge of the nose, tops of cheeks, and chin,” he says.

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BUILD A LIGHTWEIGHT BASE

It is essential to prep with a breathable base that protects skin. François Nars’ visionary approach to beauty always encourages skin that’s enhanced, never masked. And as he always says, the first step to beautiful makeup is creating a foundation of beautiful skin. Make your complexion look, and feel, like real skin by applying the sheer, lightweight formula Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30 with your fingertips for custom coverage that’s completely in your control. The skincare-infused formula features naturally derived ingredients to help hydrate and smooth, Vitamin C for a brighter-looking complexion, and SPF 30 to protect.

Bonus: the squeeze-tube packaging makes it the perfect addition to your travel makeup kit.

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PERFECT WITH CONCEALER

Wherever you crave more coverage, layer bestselling Radiant Creamy Concealer on top for multi-purpose, 16-hour perfection and 24-hour hydration. “It brightens, perfects, and corrects skin all day long,” says François. Apply directly from the applicator, then blend out with your fingertips (the signature NARS method). The warmth of your fingertips will help to seamlessly blend concealer into the complexion for undetectable coverage. With 30 shades for every skin tone, you can also select a color two shades lighter than your usual concealer and highlight, adding dimension to the face.

Pro tip: Pack Mini Radiant Creamy Concealer, available in all 30 shades, in your carry on to correct and perfect anywhere you go.

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SWIPE ON SUNSET EYES

It’s no secret that when it comes to color, François pushes the boundaries to deliver rule-breaking artistry. But his bold nature wouldn’t be complete without an appreciation for neutral shades—perfect for an effortless bronze eye.

Create sensual eye looks with Total Seduction Eyeshadow Stick’s eight shades that easily blend and don’t crease, transfer, or budge. Versatile matte neutrals ranging from apricot to deep aubergine and black can create sunkissed or smoldering eyes in minutes. Shade your entire lid with ADULTS ONLY or DON’T TOUCH, then blend out the edges with your fingertips for a seamless finish. Layer another shade, like OBLIVION, STRIP DOWN, or MAMBO through the bridge to build more depth and dimension.

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HEAT UP CHEEKS

The easiest way to enhance your everyday glow (no suntanning required)? A little bit of bronzer for definition and warmth. For seamless, undetectable dimension, select Laguna Bronzing Cream: a luxurious formula loaded with hydrating ingredients that imparts a naturally-tanned effect. If you prefer a more controlled application, try one of Laguna Bronzing Powder’s eight shades. Focus on blending the silky, talc-free powder where the sun naturally hits the face using #14 Bronzing Powder Brush—across the forehead, tops of cheeks, bridge of nose, and chin—for all-over warmth. When you’re wearing a skin-baring outfit, sweep your brush down the décolleté to add a little extra color to the area.

Pro tip: Use Laguna Bronzing Cream to add depth and dimension to your complexion. Then, follow with a light dusting of a similar shade of Laguna Bronzing Powder to further blend and set the cream formula.

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LET LIPS SHINE

Treat lips to a surge of irresistible shine to pull together your look. Bring our coveted, bestselling shade Laguna from your cheeks to your lips with Afterglow Lip Balm in a sheer, golden bronze tint. Besides delivering a reflective gleam that catches light under the sun, the color-meets-care formula hydrates and softens lips with each swipe. Apply as a sheer hint of color on bare lips.

Prefer a lip with a bit more pigment? Choose a complementary shade of Afterglow Sensual Shine Lipstick, like warm brown Voyeur 201, for buildable color and dimensional shine before topping it off with Afterglow Lip Balm.

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“Laguna’s subtle
warmth is irresistible.”

-François Nars, Founder & Creative Director