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Hourglass Superficial Waterproof Bronzer

What it is:An extended-wear, waterproof bronzer that withstands high humidity and extreme moisture.What it does:Hourglass Superficial Waterproof Bronzer seamlessly blends onto skin to create a natural bronze color. Oil free and long wearing, Superficial is the go-to bronzer for swimming, outdoor activities, and the summer heat.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic DyesWhat else you need to know:Superficial Waterproof Bronzer is housed in the Hourglass signature 360- swivel compact with a custom, PETA-friendly brush applicator.
Average Rating:
4.25 out of 5
4.3
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76 reviews
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Review 1 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
VECTRESS
Location:Spring, TX
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Brown
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Fantastic!
-04.29.13
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking
This is my first ever review for Sephora and found the best waterproof bronzer out there. Don't be discouraged on the price tag but rather stock up as they often sell out. Easily will last me the whole season and great quality.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 2 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
tkathy
Location:Sunnyvale, CA
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
great product
-03.04.13
This is the only bronzer that does not fade after a few hours.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
Ttieu
Location:vancouver, BC
Skin Type:Oily
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Brown
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Best colour
-12.31.12
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking, luminous glow
I have used many bronzers and this gives the perfect colour! Not too muddy and not too orange, and no red, it's a beautiful universal colour for every skin type.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
fabnerd
Location:Brooklyn, New York
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Olive
Eye Color:Brown
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
I have found THE ONE!
-11.16.12
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking
I have tried many bronzers in search of the perfect one and this is it! It is beautifully matte, has no shimmer or glitter for a more natural look, and is great for contouring! This bronzer goes on smooth and is nice and light. I'm acne prone, especially on my cheeks and this has not given me any problems at all! I have had this bronzer for about 6 months and wear it almost everyday and I'e barely made a dent in it. It may be a bit pricey for some but it lasts forever and its worth every penny!
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
shortygirl059
Location:Lafayette Hill, PA
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
the best
-11.10.12
Quick Take: worth it
I've tried a few different things that were not quite as expensive - even ones that said they were waterproof...not as good as this one.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
lmanalo
Location:Tacoma, WA
Age:45-54
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
just OK
-10.21.12
The consistency was nice, not too powdery and din't leave my skin dry looking. The color however was too orange on me.I ended up returning it.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
kaye123
Location:Dallas, TX
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Gray
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Best Matte Bronzer!!!
-10.05.12
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking
This bronzer is so nice! It looks natural without being too orange and is matte. It works well for an all-over bronze or as a contour color. The bronzer is very pigmented, so use a light hand especially if you are fair like I am. It lasts a long time on me, and I live in a hot environment. Overall, this is an excellent bronzer that you should try!
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
nikinadia
Location:Queens, NY
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Olive
Eye Color:Brown
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Just Gorgeous!
-09.30.12
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking, luminous glow
I love bronzers like a crazy wierdo, and this one is really unique. The color is great for contouring and for all over tanning. Though the bronzer is matte, it gives a nice luminosity to the complexion. The texture is very buttery and goes on like a dream. Also, I'm not for someone who uses brushes that come with kits, but I like the brush included in this bronzer. It's great for contouring under the cheekbones. I love the cool packaging also. It's great and really well worth the money.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
lostsheep
Location:Los Angeles, CA
Age:35-44
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Nice color
-09.24.12
In my experience, this is not really extended wear like it says it is. I wear this everyday and by mid day, most of it is gone. And I decided to test this out while I was sun bathing, did not last through sweating at all. Was completely gone by the time I was done. Maybe it's because the BB cream I use is not water or sweat proof. Don't know. I gave it 4 stars cause it is a nice color and applies and blends very easily. It's a softer powder than all the other bronzers I have tried. And the brush is very nice as well. Super soft and great quality. The hairs don't fall out easily. As long as you don't go swimming or sun bathing, then you will have at least a little bit still there. Still better than the other bronzers which is why I decided to keep it.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
colormeglam9
Location:Danbury, CT
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Pricey, but worth the investment.
-09.23.12
I had my eye on this bronzer for a while and I finally decided to take the plunge when I received a gift card for my birthday. I have to say, I am super impressed with this product. The color is perfect for contouring my Paki skin tone. The texture is smooth and soft(but not powdery!), it blends like a dream, and lasts ALL day long.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
katybunny
Location:San Francisco, Ca
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great for contouring
-09.01.12
Matte waterproof moisturizing bronzer that works great as a contouring powder. It stays put all day and blends well. There's no shimmer to this so it looks really natural. Not orange, but a nice brown sun kissed color that gives depth to your face. Love it!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
pzv123
Location:Savage, mn
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Brown
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
LOVE this product!!!
-08.11.12
Quick Take: matte finish
This is a great bronzer, no shimmer or sheen ts just matte. Does not come off to orange or fake. It gives you a great natural glow.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
Annie1958
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
-07.29.12
Quick Take: natural looking
Natural, long wearing bronzer. Feels like a powder, but dries very naturally and sinks into your skin.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
lorrainet
Location:NJ
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great Bronzer
-07.15.12
This product is expensive and I wasn't sure if I should buy it. But I do have to say it's great. A little goes a long way and it stays on all day! The others that I have tried I always need to reapply in the afternoon. I also like brush and mirror, it makes it very easy to carry in my purse.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
bbgirl1980
Location:Norwalk, CT
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Blue
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
wonderful for fair skin & its waterproof!
-06.28.12
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking, comes with cruelty free brush, waterproof
I own a ton of bronzers, but really wanted a waterproof one. They were sold out of another brand I wanted so I got this one instead, and boy am I glad I did. Its matte and very natural looking. This is a very high quality bronzer. The brush it comes with is on par with the other individual brushes I have from Hourglass, my favorites from my brush collection. I am very excited about this bronzer. I think its my new HG bronzer!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
larrbear101
Location:tulsa. ok
Age:18-24
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
great but. .
-06.06.12
Quick Take: waterproof, natural, beautiful case
This is geeat but i dont like the brish it comes with but i really like it other wise it stays all day threw sweatand all and looks really natual im a guy so i dont like to look like im wearing make u.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
jmpg
Location:San Jose, CA
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Brown
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
BEST, BEST, BEST, BEST, B E S T !
-06.02.12
Quick Take: matte finish, natural looking, luminous glow, waterproof, blendable, buildable, smooth, longlasting, pigmented
Benefit Hoola has an olive complexion that's just muddy. Nars Laguna is way too shimmery. I have been using Too Faced Chocolate Bronzer, which has been the best but I needed something waterproof of the summer.
Waterproof for the pool or the beach, and say its silly to wear makeup to the pool or beach, but this bronzer beautifully contours my face and gives a gorgeous tanned bronzed glow.
Between the Tarte Amazonian Clay Waterproof Bronzer and the Hourglass Superficial Waterproof Bronzer, the Hourglass lasts way longer. After jumping in the pool the Tarte is already off, the Hourglass bronzer lasted the whole day.
I am a swimmer and lifeguard and this bronzer stays through school, practice, meets, work and teaching.
Waterproof= Sweat-proof, Pool-proof, Beach-proof, Gym-proof.
Goes on and blends great on liquid, power, or cream foundation, even on its own or over a little concealer. This Bronzer doesn't oxidize, which means turns orange after a while. Also it is super pigmented, so a little goes a very very long way. Being so waterproof the product doesn't tattoo onto the face, it does come of with a makeup removing wipe or facial cleanser.
Do not throw awake the brush it comes with! The quality is just as amazing as the bronzer. Hourglass does have a line of brushes and the hairs on this brush are the same that they use for their high-quality brushes.
The mirror and packaging are impressive, I've dropped it at least three times and the mirror didn't crack nor did the product.
BEST EVER, APPLAUD TO HOURGLASS,
+10points
10out of 10found this review helpful.
Review 18 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
bluslady
Location:South Bend, IN
Eye Color:Green
Skin Tone:Olive
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Best ever
-03.27.12
Quick Take: smooth, worth every penny, extremely long-lasting, gorgeous color, perfection
This is hands down the best bronzer I have ever and will ever use. No need to try any other ever again. Fabulous color, smooth even coverage AND waterproof. Holy grail of bronzers!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
ashleywilkes
Location:Los Angeles, CA
Eye Color:Brown
Skin Tone:Olive
Age:25-34
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Terrible
-12.19.11
Quick Take: not recommneded
Made my face looked dirty, no matter what brush I used. It just looked unnatural and too dark. Because of my skin tone, mode bronzers look great on me, but not this one.
-4points
0out of 4found this review helpful.
Review 20 for Superficial Waterproof Bronzer
phillyphashion
Location:Philly, PA
Eye Color:Blue
Skin Tone:Light
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Does What it Says
-11.28.11
no gross sparkle, very matte: check
although pricey, this product lasts for 4 months (or more and I use everyday): check
brush is of good quality, and lends to great for travel, bathroom touchups: check
dones't make my sensitive skin break out: check
buildable coverage for "tan" summer months: check
Only complaint is that despite all of this - the price can be a bit lower.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
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