Easy Steps To Apply Contour

Contouring is one of those makeup techniques that can seem really intimidating, especially when you see those face charts with a zillion stripes and triangles.

I promise you though, it’s actually really easy once you know where and why to contour certain areas and know the best product for your skin type and skin tone. Learn more

When done properly, no one will even know you’ve contoured your face, it will enhance your natural bone structure, and it should take you less than a minute. Learn more

STEP 1

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STEP 2

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STEP 3

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STEP 4

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I like to blend down first, so there isn’t a harsh line between my face and neck, and then upwards to lift to look of my face.

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Easy Steps To Apply Contour

Contouring is one of those makeup techniques that can seem really intimidating, especially when you see those face charts with a zillion stripes and triangles.

STEP 1

STEP 2

Forehead At the top outer edges of your forehead, add two rainbow shaped marks, then blend up towards and into your hairline, before blending down.

STEP 3

Nose You’ll apply contour down the sides and then out at the bottom, like drawing the letter “L” on your nose.

STEP 4

Jawline Lightly press your fingers along your jawline to feel for the bone and then place product there.

I like to blend down first, so there isn’t a harsh line between my face and neck, and then upwards to lift to look of my face.

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