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The Contour Palette That Sephora Couldn't Keep In Stock
Skill Level: Intermediate
There's a reason why this contouring makeup kit sold out in a matter of hours each time it was re-released at Sephora: the cruelty-free, hypoallergenic palette comes with five silky, matte shades (two for highlighting, three for contour) that look effortless and natural when applied, and one shimmery highlighter that gives skin a glow without looking sparkly.
Any girl worth her weight in face powder knows about Ben Nye Banana Powder — the yellow powder in this palette (also called Banana) is very similar, and sets under-eye concealer in place while adding brightness to the eyes.
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A Contour Kit That Also Includes Blush
Skill Level: Beginner
This contouring makeup kit comes with a matte bronzer, blush and shimmery highlighter that are all formulated with the brand's signature Amazonian Clay, which helps the product stay on longer.
Each powder goes on smoothly without being streaky, and the bronzer doesn't turn orange and unnatural (even on my pale skin). This is an easy, all-inclusive, cheekbone-sculpting contour palette for beginners.
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The Contouring Makeup Kit That Addresses Your Skin Care Needs
Skill Level: Intermediate
This liquid sculpt and highlight contour set dries to a natural-looking finish. The pink-toned highlighter has a touch of shimmer that makes skin look luminous; the contour shade is pigmented and only slightly warm-toned.
The kit also comes with a third shade, which falls between the highlight and contour, for "neutralizing" and softening the lines of the bronzer so it looks incredibly natural. But it's the good-for-skin ingredients, like brightening niacinamide, anti-aging snow lotus and antioxidant-rich rosehip and avocado oils, packed into each shade that make this kit a true standout.
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The Pencil-It-In Contour Kit
Skill Level: Beginner
The pencil applicator of this double-sided contour stick makes it incredibly easy to draw a precise line, but don't let the thinness of the line trick you into over-applying your sculpting makeup. One swipe imparts plenty of product for a perfectly contoured finish. One thing to watch: It blends a little too easily, meaning sometimes you end up with contour makeup all over your face instead of right under your cheekbones or nose. To avoid this, blend with a small brush and keep it controlled.
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