![]() ![]() Sometimes people have a tendency to place their contour too low on their cheeks, especially once they blend it out. (Here's a good visual guideline.) Avoid common mistakes For a smaller-looking nose, apply product on the sides of the bridge of your nose. For example, to define the cheekbones, you'll want to blend your contour formula in the hollow space underneath the cheekbone. For a subtle look, apply your shade on areas where shadows naturally hit. "Placement is everything," says Williamson. Note: A contour shade is supposed to mimic shadows, so it won't have any shimmer in the formula. "A traditional contouring product has a cool undertone to create the illusion of a shadow, but if you want something more subtle, you can use a warm-toned shade it'll look more like bronzer," says Williamson. Lighter skin tones should go with a hue that's one shade darker for a more natural look, while deeper tones can get away with two or three shades darker. When choosing a color, "a good rule of thumb is to pick a powder or cream that's one, two, or three shades deeper than your foundation," says celebrity makeup artist Rachel Goodwin. It's best to apply powder formulas with a brush for precision and natural diffusion, while a cream is easy to blend with your fingers or a sponge. Here's a primer: How to contour Choose the formula and color for youĬontour palettes are available in cream and powder formulas. But choosing the right shade and applying it in the right place is critical to getting the look you want, says makeup artist Jonet Williamson. Do you want stronger cheekbones? Prefer a button-nose look? Care for a more chiseled jawline? Contouring can do all of that and more. The information provided is for entertainment purposes only and is not intended to provide medical, legal or other professional advice.Contouring is a powerful makeup technique that allows you to enhance, sculpt, or even reshape your facial features. All content is the legal copyright of DERMAdoctor, Inc, and it may not be used, reprinted, or published without written consent. The author receives compensation for its creation. ![]() This content is sponsored by DERMAdoctor. ![]() Soon you’ll be contouring and highlighting like a makeup pro! Contour along the outer edges of the chin.Īs the saying goes, "Practice makes perfect." Spend some time experimenting with different products, shades and brushes until you get the look you want. Chin – Get the perfect chin highlight the center of the chin and the area between the lips and nose.Cheekbones – Create sleek cheekbones by contouring the hollows of the cheek and highlight along the top of your cheekbones.Wide Forehead – Contour a little extra at the temples and blend well.Nose – Slim your nose by contouring along each side and highlighting the center.Use the following techniques to tackle your trouble areas: Most people want to contour and highlight to hide or accent certain features. Trace both and the cheek area (for better blending) with powder bronzer.Blend both carefully using a foundation brush.Apply highlighter in a C shape just inside the contouring line from hairline to just above the cheekbone.Complete the E shape by going back to the edge of the jaw line near your ear and tracing the jaw line to the outer edge of your chin.Suck in your cheeks and trace the underside of the cheekbones. Follow the line to just under the cheekbones.Outline the hairline with contouring makeup using a makeup brush.Always start by contouring and follow up with highlighter. One simple rule to remember is highlighting tends to follow a C shape over your entire face, while contouring follows an E shape. Concealer and foundation brushes – You can always use your fingers, but we recommend these brushes for better application and blending.If you do not have a highlighter handy, you can use a concealer or foundation that's a shade lighter than your usual shade. Highlighter – Use a cream or powder based highlighter. ![]() Some experts suggest using a darker bronzer versus a concealer or foundation for contouring.
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