Physicians Formula Butter Glow Body Bronzer — Light/Medium, Waterproof Creamy 12H Wear & Hydrating

Physicians Formula Butter Glow Body Bronzer in Light/Medium delivers an instant, washable sunless bronze with a creamy, skin-smoothing finish that’s waterproof and transfer-proof for up to 12 hours.

Skip the sun and get an effortless, natural-looking bronze in a single application. This ultra-creamy body bronzer blends smoothly across arms, legs, décolletage and shoulders to create a warm, even color while helping to blur texture. Formulated with Amazonian butters and designed for comfort on many skin types, the product aims to hydrate as it deposits color—no streaks, no sticky residue, and no animal testing.

How quickly does the bronzer build a natural-looking color?

Color appears immediately on contact and can be intensified with additional layers for a deeper glow. The formula is pigmented enough to show on most skin tones right away, yet sheers out cleanly when blended for subtle enhancement.

• Instant visible bronze in one swipe
• Layerable for medium to deeper color depth
• Blends seamlessly to avoid harsh lines
• Suitable for full-body application or targeted areas

Will this stay put through sweat, water, and daily activities?

Yes—the Butter Glow Body Bronzer is crafted to resist water and transfer, offering up to 12 hours of wear under normal conditions. While it withstands brief exposure to water and light perspiration, heavy rubbing or prolonged immersion will reduce longevity.

• Waterproof and transfer-proof finish for extended wear
• Holds through light activity and short water exposure
• Dry-touch finish minimizes transfer to clothing
• Best results when allowed to set before dressing

What skincare benefits are included in the formula?

The bronzer contains a trio of Amazonian butters—murumuru, cupuaçu and tucumã—selected for their nourishing fatty acids and pro-vitamins. These ingredients help condition and soften skin while the creamy texture promotes smooth application and a blurring effect for minor imperfections.

• Murumuru Butter: helps condition and smooth skin surface
• Cupuaçu Butter: supports moisture retention and pliability
• Tucuma Butter: contributes essential fatty acids and a rich feel
• Ultra-creamy base reduces tugging during application

How do I apply and remove the body bronzer for best results?

Apply to clean, dry skin using hands, a mitt, or a brush, blending outward in circular motions to avoid streaks. Allow the formula to set fully before dressing; remove with an oil-based cleanser or makeup remover when you want to wash it off.

• Use sparingly to build color gradually
• Blend edges well near wrists and ankles for realism
• Let set 2–5 minutes before putting on clothes
• Remove with oil cleanser or gentle body oil and wash

Who is this for: This bronzer is ideal for anyone seeking a quick, non-committal way to warm up skin tone without sun exposure—perfect for special events, photos, or everyday radiance. It suits people who want a hydrating, blendable product that resists transfer and water, and who prefer cruelty-free cosmetics. Those with very oily skin or who require full waterproofing for prolonged water sports should patch-test and consider additional setting techniques.

Physicians Formula has formulated this product with sensitive skin in mind and a commitment to thoughtful ingredients and cruelty-free testing practices, making it a convenient option for many skin types looking to achieve a healthy-looking glow without the sun.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS: WATER/EAU, ISODODECANE, SILICA, C13-14 ALKANE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, QUATERNIUM-90 BENTONITE, LAURYL PEG/PPG-18/18 METHICONE, PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, MICA, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, FRAGRANCE/PARFUM, ASTROCARYUM MURUMURU SEED BUTTER, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, LECITHIN, SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, HEXYLENE GLYCOL, ASTROCARYUM TUCUMA SEED BUTTER, THEOBROMA GRANDIFLORUM SEED BUTTER, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, TETRASODIUM EDTA, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, TOCOPHEROL, ASCORBYL PALMITATE, GLYCERYL STEARATE, GLYCERYL OLEATE, CITRIC ACID, CITRAL, BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE (CI 77163), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891). [2405-1M]