When Saie Sun Melt Cream-Balm Bronzer ($28) launched earlier in the summer, I had no prior experience with the brand, so I went into testing with an open mind and no specific expectations. I have to admit, it was not love at first application for me. When I dipped a dense, synthetic bronzer brush into the pot and began blending it onto my cheeks, I saw very little colour deposited onto my skin. Perhaps it was just a far cry from the ultra-pigmented bronzers I had been using previously, but I found it to be less impactful than I prefer. However, I decided to dip my fingers into the pot and warm up the product a bit, breaking that invisible seal that often forms on the top layer of some makeup, and that changed everything.
The warm, peachy undertone of Light Bronze looked so flattering on my light complexion, and the buildability made it incredibly fool-proof. I've since used it countless times, and I absolutely love it. The texture is lightweight and easy to work with, and it leaves my skin with the most natural-looking tan. On days when I want a quick, natural bronzer application, this is my go-to.