Bronzy golden hour glow is back - thanks to this Y2K beauty trend

We've been deep in a cool-toned era lately, with silvery shadows, icy highlights, and minimalist makeup dominating the moodboards. But just as fashion circles back, so does beauty, and now the early-2000s bronze glow is re-emerging, warm and radiant as ever.

The golden hour - that soft, golden light just before sunset - has long been the beauty world's favourite filter. It flatters every skin tone, adds warmth, and creates that lit-from-within radiance. The early 2000s embraced this idea with bronzy, sun-kissed makeup that sculpted the face and gave it a goddess-like glow.

From J.Lo's caramel cheekbones to Beyoncé's luminous skin, this look defined the era - and it's officially making a comeback.

To recreate it, start with a dewy base and build warmth using a cream or powder bronzer across the cheeks, temples, and eyelids. Blend a golden shimmer or copper eyeshadow on your lids, add a sweep of highlighter on the high points of your face, and finish with a nude gloss for that iconic Y2K finish.

Bonus tip: a few faux freckles give a playful, fresh-from-the-sun vibe - no actual tanning required.