Make Your Melanin Glow: The 8 Best Body Bronzers for WOC

While not officially here yet, preparation for the summer season has already started.

That means that you should have already gotten your look together, which includes your summer uniform, your hair, and of course your beauty routine. Everyone strives to achieve that enviable summer glow, yes, even us melanated goddesses. So you want to make sure that this summer you are making the most out of your naturally sun-kissed skin.

One of the best ways to do this is by using body bronzer. If you're not familiar with it, surely you've heard the phenomenon surrounding Rihanna's Fenty Beauty Body Lava, a product that is the perfect touch for those summer days and nights when you want to make jaws drop and everyone stare at your gorgeous skin.

To make things easier for you, so you can skip the research and get straight to buying, we compiled a list of the best body bronzers for WOC that range from high-end to drugstore and offer a deep color payoff or just a subtle shimmer. Check out our picks and let us know yours!

Tom Ford Soleil Blanc Body Oil

Designer Tom Ford is a staple in the fashion and beauty communities and he consistently delivers, even in the area of body bronzers. A favorite among some of the most popular beauty bloggers and influencers, the Soleil Blanc Body Oil is definitely expensive, but the gorgeous glow payoff is worth it.

Tom Ford Soleil Blanc Body Oil, Shop Here

Melanie Mills Gleam Body Radiance

It may not be as much of a well-known name as some of the other products on this list, but within the inner beauty circle, it is highly-coveted. The Gleam Body Radiance stands out because it is available in a variety of shades, which lets you control just how deeply you want your melanin to glow.

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L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Tinted Self-Tanning Lotion

As a drugstore staple and one of the biggest beauty brands in the world, L'Oreal has committed itself to making women feel their absolute best for several decades, so it shouldn't be surprising that they also offer one of the best body bronzers around. The Sublime Bronze Body Lotion provides an impressive wash of color that gives you the look of the perfect summer suntan.

L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Tinted Self-Tanning Lotion, Shop Here

The Body Shop Honey Bronze Shimmering Dry Oil

The Body Shop has a long reputation for offering skin care products that are crowd-pleasers and get the job done without a lot of added frills. The ever-popular Honey Bronze Shimmering Oil not only gaining popularity for being an affordable dupe for Fenty Beauty's Body Lava, but it is also the epitome of summertime glow in a bottle. And the price isn't too bad either.

The Body Shop Honey Bronze Shimmering Dry Oil, Shop Here

St. Tropez One Night Only

If life were perfect, we could all have the pleasure of spending at least one day in the picturesque scenery of St. Tropez, but since that may not be possible, you can still look like you were there. The One Night Only bronzer is unique because it is only supposed to last 24 hours before you reapply, which means it's perfect for those of you who want your skin to standout for a mere moment.

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NARS Laguna Body Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 30

Few in the beauty business are as beloved as NARS. Whether you flock to the brand for the high-end luxury experience or simply can't tear yourself away from the amazing products, there is always a reason to bet on them. For that summer glow to make heads turn, it doesn't get much better than the brand's Laguna Body Tint.

NARS Laguna Body Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 30, Shop Here

Sol De Janeiro Glow Oils

The sun and sand of Rio is the inspiration behind these compact bronzer oils that are made to lather on when you want your skin to look so perfectly smoothed and bronzed that it almost looks unreal. Offering a subtle and deeper option, these Glow Oils are hard to resist.

Sol De Janeiro Glow Oils, Shop Here

Fenty Beauty Body Lava

Fenty Beauty

You heard about it, seen YouTube reviews on it and unfortunately haven't been able to get your hands on it unless you were lined up during the initial launch. Rihanna's Fenty Beauty Body Lava has quickly become the must-have summer beauty product…and it's currently sold out practically everywhere. Lucky for you, we did a little digging and managed to find a few from third party sellers, but be warned—the prices have be inflated for demand.

Fenty Beauty Body Lava, Shop Here

Which bronzer are you excited to try for your summer '18 glow up?