Contouring has become a makeup essential for creating a flawless, sculpted look. Whether you’re aiming for subtle definition or dramatic angles, mastering contouring can elevate your beauty game. This guide breaks down the process so you can achieve professional-level results with ease.
What is Contouring?
Contouring is a makeup technique that uses darker and lighter shades to define and enhance the natural structure of your face. Dark shades create shadows to recede areas, while lighter shades bring forward features you want to highlight. Together, these elements create depth, dimension, and a stunning finish.
The Tools You Need
To master contouring, start with the right tools:
• Blending brushes: A medium-sized contour brush and a smaller brush for precision. Avon’s Blush & Conour brush features a fluffy angled contour brush on one end and a tapered, oval blush brush on the other to add color and dimension to the face.
• Beauty sponge: For seamless blending use makeup sponges. I absolutely love these complexion sponges! Their precise angles make contouring a breeze and are perfect for reaching those tricky areas around your eyes.
•Contouring palette: Choose one with both matte dark and light shades. Foundation can be a versatile tool for highlighting by using a shade lighter than your natural skin tone to brighten and emphasize the high points of your face. It blends seamlessly with your base makeup, creating a natural, radiant look without the need for extra products.
• Setting powder: To lock in your look.
I personally find the Match Set Finishing Powder helps reduce shine especially on my T-zone with a lightweight formula that softens light, minimizes the appearance of pores and fine lines, and delivers a smooth matte finish without looking heavy.
Illuminate and Elevate!
For the perfect finishing touch, elevate your look with Avon’s fmg Colors of LOVE Glow Balm Duo Illuminating Stick in Heartthrob. This dual-ended stick offers a radiant glow and sheer, buildable color to highlight your features effortlessly. Swipe it on the high points of your face—cheekbones, brow bones, and the bridge of your nose—for a soft, dewy finish.
Its creamy formula glides on smoothly and blends like a dream, leaving your skin with a healthy, luminous glow. Whether you’re going for a natural daytime look or a glamorous evening vibe, this illuminating stick is a must-have for that final touch of radiance.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Prep Your Canvas
Start with a clean, moisturized face. Apply your foundation and concealer as usual to create an even base.
2. Map Your Contours
Using your darker shade, map out the areas you want to sculpt:
• Under the cheekbones (follow the hollow area just below
3. Highlight Strategically
Use the lighter shade to highlight:
• The center of your forehead.
• Under the eyes to brighten.
• The bridge of your nose.
• The chin and cupid’s bow.
4. Blend, Blend, Blend!
Blending is the key to a flawless contour. Use a brush or sponge to soften the lines between your contour and highlight shades, creating a seamless finish.
5. Add Blush and Glow
For a natural touch, apply a hint of blush to the apples of your cheeks and blend it upward. Finish with a highlighter on the cheekbones and brow bones for that radiant glow.
6. Set Your Look
Lock everything in place with a translucent setting powder or spray. This step ensures your makeup stays put all day.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
• Using the wrong shades: Choose a contour shade just 1-2 tones darker than your skin and a highlighter that’s not overly light.
• Over-applying product: Start with less and build gradually to avoid harsh lines.
• Skipping blending: Always blend thoroughly for a natural finish.
Practice Makes Perfect
Contouring may seem intimidating at first, but practice is the key to mastering it. Experiment with different placements to find what works best for your face shape, and soon, you’ll be contouring like a pro!
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