Contour Like a Pro: Using Makeup Products to Define Your Face Shape
Are you tired of feeling clueless about contouring? Unsure about which products to use and where to apply them on your face? Fear not, because we've got the ultimate guide for you! In this blog post, we'll teach you how to contour like a pro by using makeup products specifically designed to define your unique face shape. Get ready for some serious glow-up action as we tackle the basics of contouring and unlock the secrets to creating your most chiseled and defined look yet!
Understanding Face Shapes: Oval, Square, Round, and Heart-Shaped
Different face shapes require different contouring techniques. Here is a guide to help you understand and define your own face shape using makeup products.
Oval:
An oval face shape is considered to be the ideal shape because it is symmetrical.
Square:
A square face shape has strong angles and a defined jawline.
Round:
A round face shape is characterized by soft curves and fullness around the cheeks.
Heart-Shaped:
A heart-shaped face is defined by a widow’s peak at the hairline and fuller cheeks.
Basics of Contouring: Tools Needed and General Guidelines
There are a few things you need before you can start contouring like a pro. First, you need the right tools. A good quality makeup brush is essential for applying your contouring products evenly. Second, you need to know what general guidelines to follow when contouring your face.
When it comes to choosing the right tools for contouring, there are a few options available. You can use either cream or powder products, and there are even some contouring palettes that come with both types of products included. The type of product you use is really up to personal preference, but cream products tend to be easier to blend and can give a more natural looking finish. Au Naturale’s Luminous Crème Bronzer Stick is perfect for this! It is creamy, blends easily and has a weightless feel to it.
As far as general guidelines go, the most important thing to remember is that less is more when it comes to contouring. You don’t want to go overboard and end up looking like you have caked on makeup. Start by applying a small amount of product and build up from there if needed. It’s also important to make sure that you blend your contouring products well so that there are no harsh lines or streaks.
Step by Step Tutorial for Different Face Shapes
When it comes to contouring, one size definitely does not fit all. The key to a natural looking contour is matching the product to your face shape. Here is a step by step tutorial for different face shapes:
Oval:
An oval face shape is the most symmetrical face shape. If you want to add a little definition, use a bronzer or contour powder, like au Naturale’s Pure Powder Bronzer, that is one shade darker than your skin tone and apply it along your hairline and in the hollows of your cheeks. Again, be sure to blend well so there are no harsh lines.
Square:
With a square-shaped face, you'll want to focus on the areas that will help to soften the angles and create more dimension. These areas typically include the temples, the jawline, and the hollows of the cheeks. Apply the bronzer to the temples: Use a fluffy brush to sweep the bronzer along the hairline and onto the temples, blending as you go. This will help to soften the angles of the forehead and create a more oval shape. Apply the bronzer to the jawline: Use a smaller brush to apply the bronzer along the jawline, blending as you go. This will help to create a more tapered and defined jawline.Apply the bronzer to the hollows of the cheeks: To find the hollows of your cheeks, pucker your lips and apply the bronzer directly under the cheekbones, blending upwards towards the temples. This will help to create more depth and dimension in the cheeks. Blend everything together with a clean brush. A highlighter can be used on the center of the forehead, down the nose, and on the chin to create dimension. Check out au Naturale’s All Glowing crème Highlighter.
Round:
The goal with contouring a round face is to create more depth and define your angles. To do this, you will want to use a bronzer or contour powder that is two shades darker than your skin tone. With a round face, you'll want to focus on the areas that will help to create more dimension and definition. These areas typically include the temples, the jawline, the hollows of the cheeks, and the sides of the forehead. Be sure to blend well so there are no harsh lines. Follow the steps for a Square-shaped face, but before you blend everything together with a clean brush apply bronzer to the sides of the forehead. Use a small brush to apply the bronzer to the sides of the forehead, blending towards the temples. You can also use a highlight on the brow bone and inner corner of the eye to brighten up the face.
Heart-Shaped:
If you have a heart shaped face, you will want to use a bronzer or contour powder that is two shades darker than your skin tone and apply it along your hairline and jawline. You will also want to apply some highlighter on the center of your forehead, down the bridge of your nose, and on top of your cheekbones. This will help balance out the overall look.
Makeup Products That Enhance Contouring
There are many makeup products that can help you contour your face like a pro. These products can help to define your face shape and give you the perfect look for any occasion.
The first product you will need is a good foundation. This will help to even out your skin tone and give you a blank canvas to work with. Next, you will need a concealer that is two shades lighter than your foundation. This will help to highlight the areas of your face that you want to contour.
Then, you will need a bronzer stick or powder that is two or three shades darker than your foundation. This will help to create the illusion of shadows on your face, which will make your features appear more defined. Finally, you will need a highlight powder or cream that is two shades lighter than your foundation. This will help to create highlights on your face and give you a glowing complexion.
We hope you feel more confident about your face shape and how to enhance your natural features, like a pro, using contouring. No matter what shape or size of your face, with the right products and techniques, you can create beautiful effects that enhance natural features and bring out the best in yourself. Contouring is an art form and by understanding which makeup products to use, when and where they should be applied, you will have all the tools necessary to create stunning makeup looks every time!