Contouring is a makeup technique used to highlight and shape facial features. This method allows you to change the appearance of the face by applying darker or lighter shades of product to specific areas. When applied correctly, contouring makeup can create more pronounced cheekbones, a slimmer nose, and a more defined jawline. Contouring products are used to highlight and reshape facial features.

They are typically applied to the lower cheekbones, jawline, upper forehead, and sides of the nose. When performed correctly, these techniques add dimension and depth to the face, making facial features more defined. Choosing the right contouring products is key to successful makeup. There are different products you can use for contouring. They come in cream, liquid, or powder forms, which one you choose depends on your skin type and personal preference.

Golden Rose includes a wide variety of contouring products such as Chubby Contour Stick, Contour Crayon, Contour Powder Kit, Nude Look Contouring Face Pen, Stick Foundation Νο09.

By using the right techniques and materials to define your facial features, contouring can help you achieve the look you want. Learning the secrets of contouring can help you feel better and achieve a truly unique look.


Where to Apply Contouring: Facial Lines and Areas

Contouring enhances facial features, achieving a more balanced and symmetrical appearance. Contouring is typically applied to three main areas: cheekbones, jawline, and nose. Emphasizing these areas helps the face appear sharper and more defined, while to achieve a more subtle look in these areas, it is important to shade them precisely when contouring.

Here’s what you need to know about facial features and the areas where contouring can be applied:


• Cheekbones

Cheekbones are one of the most prominent facial features, and contouring can further define them. Apply contouring horizontally, starting at the base of the cheekbones, at ear level, and extending to the middle of the cheeks. This technique creates a slimmer, more attractive face. Then, gently blend the contour lines upwards to create a natural transition.


• Jaw and Chin

Jaw contouring is often used to define facial features and achieve a more defined look. Shading the jawline creates a narrower, more defined look at the lower part of the face. Lightly contouring the chin can also create a more symmetrical look to the face. This technique provides ideal balance and enhances your profile when the jawline is not particularly prominent.


• Forehead Area

Forehead contouring is often used to balance a wide forehead or add depth to the hairline. Contour is applied in a thin line along the hairline, starting at the temples and extending to the top of the forehead. Then, blend this line to create a more natural shadow effect. If your forehead is not too wide, you can proceed with a lighter stroke.


• Nose Area

Nose contouring is preferred to make the nose appear thinner and longer. When contouring, apply thin lines along the sides of the nasal bones and blend these lines carefully from top to bottom. If the tip of the nose is very prominent, you can add a light shadow or concealer under the tip to make the nose look more lifted and elegant.


• Eye Contour and Under Brows

The area around the eyes and under the brows requires smaller strokes when contouring and highlighting. For a deeper, more defined look, you can contour in the crease of the eyelid. Applying a highlighter under the brows can make the brows appear more lifted with a brow lift effect and the eyes appear wider. Applying contour and highlight to these areas will add definition to your look.

Contouring is a process that requires care and attention. Every face shape is different, so it is important to tailor the application to your specific features. After contouring, be sure to blend the products well to avoid creating harsh lines.


Makeup that can be done with Contouring

You can enhance your face by using highlighter along with contouring. Applying highlighter to specific areas of your face can further emphasize the depth you create with contouring. For example, applying highlighter to your cheekbones, along the bridge of your nose, and in the center of your chin will give your face a three-dimensional look.

Products like Nude Look Highlighting Glow Pen, So Glow! Highlighter Duo, Miss Beauty Glow Stick Highlighter can give your desired glow to your face and can be combined ideally with contouring products such as Chubby Contour Stick,Contour Crayon, Stick Foundation No 09.


Another suggestion is eye makeup. To create contouring-friendly eye makeup, pay attention to tonal transitions when applying eyeshadow. You can achieve a more dramatic look by combining the darker shades in your eyeshadow palette with the areas that have been worked on.


Choosing and Applying Contouring According to Skin Type

There are many contouring products and application methods suitable for each skin type. Choosing the right contouring helps define facial features and makes your makeup look more professional.

You can learn about contouring for different skin types by following the information below:


• Oily Skin

Contouring is a key step in makeup, and choosing products that are right for your skin type is crucial for a stunning look. When choosing skincare products for oily skin, it is important to consider your skin type. Oily skin often suffers from shine and acne. Therefore, it is best to choose skincare products that are oil-free or have a matte finish.

When contouring, powder products may be more suitable than cream or liquid products. Powder products absorb oil from the skin, creating a smoother appearance.


• Dry Skin

Those with dry skin should first use a moisturizing primer before contouring. This helps the skin look smoother. Additionally, choosing cream or liquid-based products can help maintain the moisture balance of dry skin. Powder-based products can dehydrate dry skin or exacerbate existing dryness.


• Combination Skin

When choosing contouring for combination skin, it’s important to consider both dry and oily areas. Since oiliness is often seen in the T-zone and dryness in the cheeks, balanced products are essential. Creamy products work best on dry areas of the skin, while powder contouring can control shine in oily areas. Additionally, using contouring products with a matte finish will prevent excessive shine in oily areas and help achieve a natural, balanced look.


Common Contouring Makeup Mistakes and Their Solutions

Many people make several mistakes when contouring, and these mistakes can prevent them from achieving the desired result.

The first common mistake is applying too much contouring products. Over-contouring can create a very artificial, rather than natural, look. To fix this, it is important to reduce the amount of product and choose more natural tones.

Another mistake is choosing the wrong contouring color. A contouring color that does not match your skin tone can negatively emphasize facial features. In this case, it is important to choose shades that complement your skin tone and carefully identify the areas to be applied.

Contouring is different for every face shape, but some people may use techniques that are not suitable for their face shape and emphasize the wrong areas. For example, contouring only the cheekbones of a round face can make the face appear wider.

Using the wrong brush or sponge can make it difficult to contour evenly. Brushes that are too big or too small can cause incorrect application of the product.

In Golden Rose website you can find a vast variety of Contouring Brushes such as Blending & Contouring Brush, Angled Contour Brush, Contour Brush, Contour Kabuki Brush.


Golden Rose has a wide variety of highlighters, contouring products and brushes suitable for every facial makeup technique.

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