theBalm Bahama Mama Bronzer

theBalm is one of my favorite brands in terms of packaging. I mean, who does not love their pin-up girl theme? I am also a big big fan of their eyeshadows. About a month ago, I decided to finally try their cheek products. I've eyed Cabana Boy blush for quite some time, and I was excited to get that. I also picked up the Bahama Mama bronzer to go with it.

The box is equipped with a magnet to ensure that the packaging will remain closed. I don't know about you, but I personally like box-type packaging. I rarely do touch-ups during the day so I pretty much leave all my makeup at home. I don't have to worry about super sturdy packaging.

Bahama Mama has a rich tan color with a little bit of shimmer. It contains silica, which is known for controlling oil. For Php 775, you get 7.08 grams of product. Not bad considering the price of 8-gram NARS bronzers, which is around $33.

This bronzer is quite tricky to apply. This is one of those products that are easy to overdo because of its mad pigmentation. I usually just stipple my angled brush on the pan, that's it. If you put on to much, this will make your skin look a bit dirty. It doesn't help that the product is quite powdery.

PROS:

• Pigmented
• Stays on for 4-6 hours
• Economical
• Adorable packaging
• Available locally (Visit Beauty Bar)

CONS:

• Easy to overdo
• Powdery
• More brown than bronze

VERDICT:

• This is one of those so-so products. I don't love it, I don't hate it. I think this is a bit too brown for my NC35 skin tone. I wouldn't recommend this for bronzer beginners because like I said earlier, this is easy to overdo. I still prefer my trusty NARS Laguna over this.