Look Good in a Bikini — Now

Laura Mercier Bronzing Gel

If you only have one day: Contour your body with makeup instead

If you’re short on time, you can use long-lasting makeup to create the same contouring effects and make your body look leaner. All you need is a body bronzer and a foundation brush. Here’s how makeup artist Landy Dean says to contour your body:

On your arms: Hold one arm out and flex your muscles. Paint the gel bronzer between your bicep and triceps and use a foundation brush to blend. Repeat on the other arm.



On your chest: Use the foundation brush to paint the gel bronzer into the shadows around your clavicle bone.



On your legs: Flex your calf muscles and paint the shadows created under your muscles to accentuate them.