Contouring is a makeup technique that uses shading to enhance certain features in your face. When paired with highlighting, contouring can help shape your face to flatter your best features. Though the process is pretty standard, it is not created equal for every face shape. Ever wondered how to contour correctly for your unique face shape? Use these tips below to get your best look!
First, figure out what your face shape most resembles.
Next, identify where to shade and where to highlight according to the tutorial below. To further break down, the white dots represent where you should highlight (brighten), the brown dots represent where you should add depth (shade) and the pink dots represent where you should add blush(usually between the contour and highlight regions).
Not sure what products to use? Below are some popular picks to help you get started…