Contouring and highlighting are makeup techniques used to enhance and define the natural shape of your face. When done correctly, they can create a flawless, radiant complexion that looks like you’re wearing a filter in real life! In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to master contouring and highlighting.
Step 1: Prep Your Face
Before you start contouring and highlighting, make sure to:
- Wash and moisturize your face
- Apply a lightweight foundation or tinted moisturizer that matches your skin tone
- Conceal any blemishes or dark circles under your eyes
Step 2: Identify Your Face Shape
Understanding your face shape is crucial in determining where to contour and highlight. The main face shapes are:
- Oval
- Round
- Square
- Heart-shaped
- Triangular
Step 3: Choose Your Contour and Highlight Products
Select products that are one to two shades deeper and lighter than your natural skin tone. You’ll need:
- A contour powder or cream
- A highlight powder or cream
- A bronzer (optional)
Step 4: Contour Your Face
Using a contour brush or a makeup sponge, apply the contour product to the following areas:
- Hollows of your cheeks: Create a “3” shape starting from the temple, curving down to the mouth, and back up to the ear.
- Temples: Apply a small amount to the sides of your forehead, just above the eyebrows.
- Jawline: Define the edge of your jaw, starting from the ear and working down to the chin.
- Nose: Create a subtle definition by applying a small amount to the sides of your nose.
Step 5: Highlight Your Face
Using a highlight brush or a makeup sponge, apply the highlight product to the following areas:
- High points of your face: Apply to the tops of your cheekbones, nose, cupid’s bow (the curve of your lips), and brow bone.
- Inner corners of your eyes: Brighten up the area with a small amount of highlight.
- Lip contour: Apply a small amount to the curve of your lips to create a subtle definition.
Step 6: Blend, Blend, Blend!
Make sure to blend all contour and highlight areas seamlessly into your skin. This will prevent harsh lines and create a natural-looking finish.
Step 7: Add a Touch of Bronzer (Optional)
If you want to add a sun-kissed glow to your face, apply a small amount of bronzer to the areas where the sun would naturally hit your face, such as the tops of your forehead, cheeks, and nose.
Step 8: Set with Powder
Set your contour and highlight with a light dusting of translucent powder to ensure a long-lasting finish.
And that’s it! With these steps, you’ll be on your way to a flawless, contoured, and highlighted face. Remember to practice makes perfect, so don’t be discouraged if it takes a few tries to get the hang of it. Happy contouring and highlighting!
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