It took the sun to finally start shining last week for us to realize our skin is more Twilight than daylight. That spring switch-up moment is here—the one that's got us running to our grimy medicine cabinet filled with a season's worth of old makeup. We hit the shops to find the best bronzers as we ditch our heavier winter makeup to transition from Edward Cullen-lookalike to sun-kissed goddess. Hitting just the right golden glow is tougher than it may seem, and we tried some brands that made us look like Snooki on steroids and others that gave us a Nosferatu vibe. So we've put together the perrfect hit-list that will help you look like you've just gotten back from a weekend in Montauk, not a sojourn to the Jersey Shore. Plus, with bronzers for every skin shade, we've got you covered no matter how you like your radiance. From subtle sheen to high-impact intensity—we know Kristen Stewart will be jealous.
Nars Illuminator in Orgasm, $29, available at Sephora—
This is a classic that we can't ignore. For olive skin tones, use on cheekbones to give yourself a refreshing look, or apply to your neck and shoulders for an all-over shimmery glow.
Giorgio Armani Fluid Sheer in Number 8, $58, available at Saks Fifth Avenue—
This liquid bronzer will keep the color on all night long, but make sure to use this sparingly to avoid looking like a Donatella Versace disaster.
