Then, working from the top part of the ears inward, shade along the top of the sunken area, stopping at the outer corner of the eyes. If a cream or liquid foundation is used, it is a good idea to use a finishing powder before contouring to allow for optimal blending.įor contouring your cheek area, if you do not have obvious cheekbones and hollows, the easiest way to find them is to slightly open your jaws and suck in your cheeks. Contour and highlighter should be applied after primer, foundation and concealer. The light highlighter is used to illuminate and accentuate areas. In the simplest sense, the dark contour shade is giving shape to the face, allowing for a more defined appearance.
#Contour definition in makeup skin#
Using our PureSculpt ™ two-color pressed palette takes all the guesswork out of color selections and leaves your skin natural looking. Darker skin tones will be more forgiving for the contour shade. If you are fair, start with a light application and you can build layers to reach desired effect. Remember a little goes a long way when applying contours. When your colors don’t match your skin, no amount of blending can keep you from looking bruised or dirty and that is definitely not the look we are trying to achieve. Find a contour that matches either your cool or warm undertones. We do however have some pro tips that will take some of the trial and error out of contouring for you.įirst, color matching is key. Don’t expect to be a pro at it the first time you try. The most important thing to remember is that contouring and highlighting take practice and time. If done wrong you can draw attention to unwanted areas, cause your face shape to look odd or even look dirty or bruised. Contour kits are everywhere, and if applied correctly can greatly enhance your natural beauty.
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