Q: What's the difference between Sun Tone Bronzing Crème, Drops, Liquid Super Loaded, and Beauty Butter Bronzer?

"I'm always chasing back-from-vacation skin," admits Gucci, as a self-proclaimed bronzer enthusiast and editorial makeup artist known for creating effortless, sun-kissed looks. "It's all about warming up the skin with a healthy dose of color. Having options for an authentic bronze is everything!" Ahead is the ultimate guide to our four summer skin formulas, no sun required. "From golden hour radiance to natural matte, it's all about what you're in the mood for!"

Sun Tone Bronzing Crème

The newest addition to the Westman Atelier wardrobe is Sun Tone Bronzing Crème, a cream-to-powder formula in two harmonious tones to customize your ideal summer skin. “The secret to an authentic bronze is dimension,” notes Gucci of her technique. The compact pairs one cooler and one warmer shade to wear alone or layer together with the Blender II Brush. "The combination lets you build depth and warmth that feels super natural."

• What it is: Cream Bronzer
• Finish: Hydrated Matte
• Payoff: Buildable, Streak-Free
• Undertone: Warm
• Application: Best applied with Blender II Brush

Sun Tone Bronzing Drops

Reach for Gucci’s dream liquid bronzer for a sheerer, blendable alternative to the new cream. "These little bottles create the most beautiful believable bronze—like the Jen Aniston skin I love on set,” she says. Hydrating, shimmer and streak-free, the formula can be worn effortlessly on bare skin or over foundation for an ultra-real ‘day at the beach’ finish.

Liquid Super Loaded in Peau de Soleil

“A hint of tint” makes Liquid Super Loaded ideal for those seeking a sheer complexion enhancer that adds a warm radiant bronze glow. "I love blending it onto my cheeks, the center of my forehead, and bridge of nose,” says Gucci of the product, which uses translucent multidimentional pearls in place of traditional pigments to conjure a subtle ‘golden hour’ light effect that’s foolproof. “It's so easy to use!"

• What it is: Liquid Highlighter
• Finish: Radiant
• Payoff: Sheer, Ethereal Glow
  
• Undertone: Warm
• Application: Blend with your fingers
  

Beauty Butter Powder Bronzer

If you prefer a powder bronzing formula or are hoping to control excess shine, the original Beauty Butter Bronzer, is for you. The velvety yet lightweight formula is shimmer free and contains supple plant butters that melt into skin for the most authentic, no-makeup finish. Plus, the application is as beginner-friendly as it gets. "Instead of following your cheekbones, use a powder brush to sweep it on anywhere the sun would naturally hit," she explains, "I like to go horizontally across—even under the eyes—for a true mattifying, beachy effect."

• What it is: Powder Bronzer
• Finish: Velvety Matte
• Payoff: Smooth, Streak-Free
• Undertone: Warm
• Application: Best applied with a powder brush

For more "Ask Gucci" Q&As, visit our full archive! Then, for tricks on applying Sun Tone Bronzing Drops for the most authentic summer skin, watch Gucci's tutorial.