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Step by Step Guide on how to Contour and Highlight   Contouring is a trend that’s here to stay. It creates flattering lines in the face, and can obscure any curves or edges you’d rather not spotlight. Highlighting has become a makeup phenomenon — everyone (including us) is obsessed with achieving brilliantly glowing skin via super shimmery highlighters.   What Is Contouring? Essentially, when you   contour and highlight   you’re using shading or shadows to create an illusion of recession. Use contouring to help define or reshape your facial features. The areas that are not darkened or shaded then stand out! This can make your cheekbones look more pronounced, your nose more narrow or even help you reduce the appearance of the beloved soft under chin. You’ll instantly transform to a more sculpted Adonis self. PRO TIP:   The key to successful contouring is to always use an opaque matte powder, liquid concealer, or cream foundation. What Is Highlighting? When you us...

Contouring is a trend that’s here to stay. It creates flattering lines in the face and can obscure any curves or edges you’d rather not spotlight. Highlighting has become a makeup phenomenon — everyone (including us) is obsessed with achieving brilliantly glowing skin via super shimmery highlighters. What Is Contouring? Essentially, when you contour, you’re using shading or shadows to create the illusion of recession. Use contouring to help define or reshape your facial features. The areas that are not darkened or shaded then stand out! This can make your cheekbones look more pronounced, your nose more narrow, or even help you reduce the appearance of your soft underchin. You’ll instantly transform into a more sculpted Adonis. What is highlighted? When you use the technique of highlighting, you’re doing the opposite of contouring. The areas that have this lighter shade or shimmer will be accentuated and more pronounced. By applying a highlighter or using a strobing effect, you can help...