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The Balm Bahama Mama Bronzer Review & Swatches

April 16, 2012 by 53 Comments
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The Balm Bahama Mama Bronzer Review & Swatches

Hi All,

I discovered contouring early last year. My face is completely round and the mere thought that I may be able to make it look sculpted was enough for me to decide I wanted to learn it. Ofcourse there were catastrophe’s..At the beginning I had no idea that contouring should be done with a matter powder. Needless to say I invested in a lot of bogus products which made me look like a light bulb (a burnt one) before I realised I was making a huge mistake.

It took a lot of research and mistakes for me to find the right products for me and today I’ll be reviewing one such Bronzer which marked a turning point in this hunt.

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About TheBalm Bahama Mama Bronzer: -

A bronzing powder with a beach-worthy glow. TheBalm Bahama Mama is a bronzing powder formulated to leave you skin with a beautiful, natural- looking glow and a soft, silky feel. This powder is translucent, while still providing color with staying power.

  • Matte finish creates beautifully bronzed skin
  • Features mica and silica for sheer yet pigmented color
  • Paraben-free formula designed to be layered as needed
  • Layering allows you to customize your personal ideal shade of bronze

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  • Price:  $12 and available on Strawberrynet as well.
  • Quantity: .25oz

My take on TheBalm Bahama Mama Bronzer: -


  • Packaging: Like most TheBalm products, this bronzer is packaged in a cardboard form very much resembling a book. It has a flip top lid which is magnetic and a strong magnet at that. The front houses a retro kinda pic which is the running theme of all TheBalm products. It reminds me of pin-up models in fact…don’t you think?

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  • Color: The bronzer is a sandy brown color and what I like best is that it has no orange tone like a lot of the bronzers we get here. This is an out-and-out brown without any shimmer to it. Hence, it can be used as a bronzer and for contouring as well.

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  • Pigmentation & Texture: The blush is extremely pigmented and very soft to the touch. A single swipe will bring off a huge amount of powder so its important to be careful to just dab the brush lightly in the pan. It does have a tiny bit of fall out due to its soft texture but it’s not too much at all and one need not worry about wastage.

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  • Staying Power: Once applied, this stays for about 6hrs max after which it starts fading. But the plus point is that it fades evenly and doesn’t get patchy at any point.

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  • Application: I use a slanted contour brush and dip just the tip into the pan. Since this is a highly pigmented powder, using too much by mistake would translate into chocolate bars on my cheeks Smile I then blend it in to make it look natural.

I like this bronzer lots..It defines my cheekbones very well and is so soft that it blend in perfectly and gives a very natural look. The only tricky part is learning to use the right amount. The shade is so brown that it’s easy to get a muddy look instead of a natural toned one. It took me about 4-5 tries to get the hang of it.

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Pros of TheBalm Bahama Mama Bronzer: -

 

  • Its a gorgeous brown shade which doesn’t look orange on me.
  • Has no shimmers and is totally matte which makes it perfect for contouring as well.
  • Very versatile. Can be used as a blush, bronzer, for contouring or even as an eye shadow.
  • Not too pricey considering the quality and the quantity.
  • I don’t think this will ever get over.
  • Will suit fair to medium toned skin. But those with lighter skin tones may take longer to find the right amount to be used.
  • Can be built up as required.
  • Formula is soft and easy to blend
  • I love the funky packaging. Makes it stand out from the rest of the products.
  • Sturdy packaging

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Cons of TheBalm Bahama Mama Bronzer:-

 

  • Its easy to go overboard with this and look muddy
  • Not too easily available.

Ratings: 

  • Pigmentation: 5/5
  • Texture: 5/5
  • Staying Power: 4.5/5
  • Price vs. Quality: 4.5/5

Have you tried The Balm Bahama Mam Bronzer ?

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  1. Pari says:
    April 16, 2012 at 2:53 pm

    It looks like a perfect bronzer and Zee it can also used as overall eye lid color or crease blending color na? Smile
    Pari recently posted..Weekend Beauty – Review of Bharat and Dorris Eyeshadows

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  2. anamika says:
    April 16, 2012 at 2:57 pm

    i think this is a my kind of bronzerrrrrrrrSmile

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  3. Deepika says:
    April 16, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    even ive been bitten by the contouring bug!! In Love love how it defines my cheekbones! love the ELF one and the Lakme Absolute one.. both are awesome! but now i want this.. esp for the packaging Razz

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  4. erica says:
    April 16, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    Zee…I think u r always on a hunt for interesting n weird stuff ..haina??? But this is not weird at all..but very interesting n attractive packgaing.. bronzer k naam pe i just have one JORDANA bronzer thats it! Not much into contouring but will start now..since i heard it highlights ur features Wink Grin Dance Left Right

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  5. dimpal says:
    April 16, 2012 at 3:57 pm

    Zee which contouring brush u use.. i m hunting one…
    dimpal recently posted..Tutorial: Half Moon Manicure

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  6. SD says:
    April 16, 2012 at 4:04 pm

    this is sooo nice …droooliiiinnnnnggggg Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup
    SD recently posted..The Body Shop Spa Wisdom Africa Ximenia & Salt Scrub Review + Personal Blah Blah

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  7. Tanmayee says:
    April 16, 2012 at 5:13 pm

    loved this Z………. would look lovely on us Indians Smile
    Tanmayee recently posted..My First Make up look and Eye Makeup Tutorial – Golden Brown.

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  8. Upasana says:
    April 16, 2012 at 6:12 pm

    Yippee oms supa sexy phutuuuuu Razz

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  9. tulips says:
    April 16, 2012 at 6:17 pm

    ooooooooooooooo ekdum gorgeous bronzer..bilkul my kind…. Yippee Yippee

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  10. Heena says:
    April 16, 2012 at 9:25 pm

    Dis is missin frm Sale Razz

    but awesome review Zara.. detailed Smile

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  11. Heena says:
    April 16, 2012 at 9:29 pm

    i always keep.. always checkin frm cell Grin

    yeah..it’s a gr8 art.. hv u watched contour vid by make-up geek?

    it’s d best i hv seen till date Smile

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  12. rashmi says:
    April 16, 2012 at 11:53 pm

    this is such a prettyyyyyy bronzer Zara … and am dyingggggg to see you in this Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup Hug n Makeup but tell me one thing this or hoola ???

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  13. Xuvious says:
    April 17, 2012 at 12:05 am

    The packaging is so cute! I like yellow-ish browns like this one. Orangey ones just look weird on me.
    Xuvious recently posted..NYX Eye Shadow in Taupe and True Taupe

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  14. Vish says:
    April 17, 2012 at 11:41 am

    the bronzer is so perfect one can tell from the swatches itself

    but the name ROTFL
    Vish recently posted..Funday Looks ~ Ashy Smoke with a Colorful Twirl ~ Pictorial & Face Clicks

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