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How to Master Contouring Once and for AllLearning how to contour is easier than it looks -- with this step-by-step contouring guide, you'll have Kim K-like bone structure in no time |
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Next, pick your contour powder. Since you'll be using the same powder all over your face, color and consistency are really important. Contouring powder should be fine and easy to blend. Avoid bronzers with orange undertones (you're not trying to look like you have a tan). Instead, opt for a slightly taupe-gray shade. The goal is to mimic an actual shadow on your face, so you appear naturally chiseled. A cool-toned contour powder will achieve this, as long as it's matte. Anything with sparkle or shimmer will add light, and we want to subtract light in order to create the illusion of depth. We like Nars Contour Blush, $42, or like Physicians Formula Murumuru Butter Bronzer, $14.95.
Choose a shade that's one to two shades darker than your foundation. This subtle difference in hues will keep the look understated and believable.
Now, you're ready to start contouring.
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