Fran Drescher, 67, shares the bronzing serum she uses to get a 'sun-kissed glow'

We're getting deeper into fall — it's already October! — and with the autumn days often comes the fading of our summer glow. If you're dreading the cold-weather return to pale, there's an easy solution: bronzing serum. But not just any bronzer; after all, we don't want to end up looking like pumpkins. That's where Laura Geller New York Serum Bronzing Cheek Lift comes in: It's subtle, easy to use, hydrating and beloved by seemingly ageless, glowy celebs like the ever-fabulous Fran Drescher.

Laura Geller New York Serum Bronzing Cheek Lift

$28

Fran uses the Pretty in Paradise shade for her glow, but there are other bronze tones to choose from, including Soft Sunshine and Relaxing Rich. 

$28 at Amazon

Laura Geller New York Serum Blush Tint

$22

In seven pinky shades, the Cheek Lift adds a pretty flush wherever you'd like to liven up your color.

$22 at Amazon

"I'm not a fan of the sun, so I stay away from UV rays to protect my skin from cancer and premature aging, but I still love a bronzed look," Drescher, who just turned 67, said on Instagram. To get her sun-kissed shine, she depends on this Laura Geller serum to maintain a natural-looking tan all year long. "It's lightweight and buildable, so I can control how bronzed I look," she said. "I'm using the Pretty In Paradise shade. It also contains hyaluronic acid, which helps keep my skin hydrated and prevents moisture loss, making it even more amazing! Love this stuff!"

Fran also demonstrated how she applies the bronzer. First, she dabs the serum onto her cheeks using the sponge-top applicator, which dispenses pretty, pigmented color. Then she continues to swipe it "everywhere [else] the sun would go," like her nose, chin and forehead, and gently blends it in with her fingers (though you could certainly use a beauty blender if you'd prefer, like this highly rated Amazon favorite).

"You put this on just to have that gorgeous sun-kissed glow," she continued. "And here we are ladies. Isn't that nice? It gives me a lift, it makes me feel good."

Amazon reviewers agree that Laura Geller New York Serum Bronzing Cheek Lift is a handy solution for post-summer pale skin.

One reviewer shared, "This bronzing serum wears so beautifully! It made my (admittedly light) makeup look so much better than powder bronzers do. It has a lovely, dewy look to it. There is zero glitter in this, which is what I prefer. The dewy effect just comes from how hydrating the formula is, and it's definitely not a greasy-looking dewy; it's very natural. When applied in the proper places, it does give the face a lifted look. It blends super easily and doesn't sink into lines."

"It glides on like silk and it blends like a dream," gushed another shopper. "The color, like all of Laura’s products, is buildable, sheer, and so natural looking on the skin. I applied it to one cheek only and my sister and I did a “stare-and-compare” to my plain cheek. My sister said 'Wow! I love it! You look alive!' LOL! It's beautiful. I am older (62) and I tend to have drier skin, but I think this would be gorgeous on any skin type, of any age."

"Delivers just the right amount of healthy glow. It blends flawlessly and lasts all day," raved a final fan.

Some reviewers have noted that it takes several twists to get the bronzer into the sponge applicator, so take note: "Took a lot of twists to get the foundation up to the ball," said one user, adding, "[It] goes on smooth and easy."

Looking for a rosier tone for your cheeks? The Cheek Lift has that covered, too:

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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.