Contouring your face can sound like an intimidating task that should be left to the professionals. But we want that whether you want to make your face look thinner, your nose longer or make your cheekbones stand out, contouring is the quickest and easiest way to change the overall look of your face. Since your face is a combination of light and shadows, adding a darker contour shade creates false shadows which give the appearance of depth.
Contouring with Cream
Use a cream concealer that is two shades darker than your skintone.
Use your finger to apply under the cheekbones.
Add a small amount under the chin.
To thin your nose, apply on each side beginning at the bridge of the nose.
Set with powder.
Contouring with Powder
Use an angled brush and a pressed powder 2 shades darker than your skin.
Use the same tricks as with the cream only using your brush instead of your finger.
Use a clean brush to buff out any lines.
Recommended products:
Milani cream concealer
MAC Mineralized Skin finish Milani bronzer of your choice)
NARS Loose Powder -
Milani Mineral powder
Bh cosmetics blush brush & kabuki brush
Tips:
Not everyone needs to contour- if you feel that your cheekbones are prominent or that your face is thin, it is best not to contour as you may appear too “chiseled”
ALWAYS choose a cream or powder that is just 2 shades darker than your skin- any darker, and it looks unnatural
If you use cream to contour, make sure to apply after your foundation and before your setting powder
It takes practice getting the contour technique down as each face is different, so don’t give u!
"Look Good...Feel Good"
Much Love,
Oye-Ebony
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