How to contour: 7 Beauty Panel tricks for crafting a flawless complexion

by FASHION Staff February 13, 2014

Kim Kardashian’s style may be constantly evolving, but when it comes to beauty, she’s had her makeup routine on lock since day one. That flawless complexion and enviable bone structure owes a great deal of credit to the magic of makeup. But you don’t need a makeup artist to look like Kim—just a few simple contouring tricks can make all the difference in making your features pop.

Sure, the idea of contouring and bronzing can evoke flashbacks to high school beauty disasters: if done incorrectly you risk looking like a pumpkin or and ‘80s prom queen. (Not a good look for anybody!) However, the end goal is to highlight the different areas of your face, achieved only through seamless blending and proper colour choice—and it’s it’s not as difficult as you may think.

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All of our intrepid Beauty Panel members recognize the value of having a good base and properly blending, but a few had some contouring tricks up their sleeves. Jennifer Francis of Spiced Beauty extols the virtues of a multitasking eyeshadow as opposed to an expensive contour set. My Beauty Box’s Ellie Somfelean places top priority on having a great brush, as one specifically designed for contouring is best. While we can’t guarantee that having super defined cheekbones will bag you a rap genius as a hubby, we can guarantee that your face will look totally fierce and flawless.

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