No7's pro artist cream bronzer, priced at £19.95, has been hailed by social media users as an affordable alternative to Chanel's soleil tan de Chanel, which costs £50. The Boots-exclusive product has gained traction on TikTok, with influencers like Kyra-Mae Turner and Bethenny Frankel praising it.
In a side-by-side test, the No7 bronzer was applied to one side of the face and Chanel's to the other. Both formulas were buffed into the skin with a dense brush. The No7 version offered a similar finish, though slightly more noticeable, and provided a warm complexion. It contains ceramides and is fragrance-free, making it suitable for sensitive skin, unlike Chanel's scented formula.
The No7 bronzer comes in three shades and offers 36g of product, compared to Chanel's 30g. The shade 'light glow' was slightly darker than Chanel's 'bronze', which could mean better value due to higher pigment density. However, after a few hours, the No7 formula began to separate on oily skin, whereas Chanel's drier texture held up better.
Despite this, the No7 bronzer is praised for its luxurious gold packaging and high-quality pigment. While the reviewer won't abandon Chanel entirely, they see the No7 product as a top-notch premium imitation at a fraction of the price.
