Best new brozers

Shape, July, 2008

Of all the copper-hued powders out there, these offer the most bang for your buck.

* Lancome star Bronzer Sun Cherub Compact ($50; lancome-usa.com), above, contains shimmery and matte bronzing powders in three versatile tones--plus, it's supersized for longevity.

* Cargo Melt-Proof Bronzer ($39 for a limited-edition set that includes bronzer, mascara, and a color palette; sephora.com) goes on sheer and stays put, thanks to its water-resistant formula.

* YSL Palette Couleurs D'Afrique ($60; saks .com) is a bronzer for the eyes. The quad of colors looks subtly sexy against self-tanned skin.