How to successfully contour your face?

Our tips for successful facial contouring

Contouring has become a beauty essential . This makeup technique allows you to sculpt the face , accentuate features and create an illusion of relief thanks to a subtle play of shadows and lights. Whether you have a round, oval, square or heart-shaped face, contouring can enhance your natural assets ... provided you master the right method and use the right products.

The principle of contouring

Contouring relies on an optical illusion . By using a shade darker than your skin tone, you create shadows to "hollow out" certain parts of the face. Conversely, lighter shades add light and volume.

The goal is to visually rebalance the shape of the face to make it more harmonious. Contouring can be light and natural for everyday use or more pronounced for events or photoshoots.

The essential products for your contouring

Successful contouring depends as much on technique as on the cosmetics used. Here are the essentials to have in your beauty kit to sculpt your face with precision and naturalness.

• Moisturizer: Well-hydrated skin is the foundation for smooth, even makeup. Before starting your makeup, use a cream orserum enriched with active ingredients to prep your skin and ensure your products last longer.

• Contour stick or powder : Choose a cream texture for a blended effect or a powder for more precision. The shade should be 1 to 2 shades darker than your skin tone.
  
  

• Highlighter : It draws light to the rounded areas of the face and gives an immediate "glowy" effect. Depending on your skin type, choose a suitable texture (cream for dry skin, powder for oily skin). Golden tones flatter matte to dark skin, while champagne or pink shades suit fair skin.
  
  

• Foundation : An even base is essential to blend the contrasts between light and dark areas.
  
  

• Makeup brushes or sponges : an angled brush for contouring, a fan brush or sponge for blending, and a precise brush for highlighter.

What contouring according to the shape of your face?

Contouring isn't done randomly: each facial shape requires a specific approach to achieve a harmonious and natural look. It involves creating shadows to refine, structure, or balance, and applying touches of light with highlighter to draw attention to certain areas.

Contouring Techniques for a Round Face

Objective : refine the contours, lengthen the face.

• Apply a dark shade to the temples, lower cheeks and jawline

• Blend well for a subtle effect

• Apply highlighter to the center of the forehead, the bridge of the nose, and above the cheekbones to attract light.

Contouring techniques for an oval face

Objective : to accentuate natural symmetry.

• Apply a little dark shade under the cheekbones and at the hairline

• Add highlight under the eyes, in the center of the forehead, chin and on the bridge of the nose to enhance features

Contouring Techniques for a Square Face

Objective : to soften the angles and give softness.

• The dark shade should be applied to the jaws and temples

• The highlighter is applied to the center of the forehead, on the cheekbones and on the chin to visually round off the angles of the face.

Contouring Techniques for a Heart-Shaped Face

Goal : To rebalance a wide forehead with a narrower chin.

• Apply the dark shade to the sides of the forehead and cheekbones to slim the upper part of the face

• Highlight the chin, the tops of the cheekbones and the bridge of the nose to rebalance everything.

Our tips for a natural look

Contouring can transform a face in just a few steps, as long as it's subtle . The goal isn't to mask, but to subtly reveal features. To avoid the "mask" effect or overly visible demarcations, here are some simple tips for a natural and luminous result .

• Work in thin layers : it is better to add little by little than to have too much material to blend

• Blend outwards : for a diffused, seamless effect

• Choose the right light : Apply your makeup in natural light as much as possible to avoid surprises.

• Adjust the intensity : light contouring is enough for everyday use, but you can dare to add more contrast for an evening out.

Don't hesitate to complete with a blush for a healthy glow, a plumping serum for the lips , or even apearly body mist to subtly illuminate your décolleté.

Is contouring suitable for all skin types?

Yes! Whether you have dry, oily, combination, or sensitive skin, it's all about choosing the right texture. Dry skin will prefer cream textures enriched with moisturizing active ingredients, while oily skin will opt for mattifying powders.

How to choose the shade of your contouring product?

Your contour product should be 1 to 2 shades darker than your natural skin tone. For a subtle look, opt for neutral or slightly cool undertones.

What is the difference between contouring and bronzer?

Contouring is used to sculpt and structure the face, while bronzer warms the complexion for a sun-kissed effect. The former is used in the natural hollows of the face, the latter on rounded areas (forehead, cheekbones, nose).

Can you do natural contouring every day?

Absolutely. Simply apply a small amount of product and blend well for a subtle, luminous result. The Day+ highlighter allows for quick and natural makeup, perfect for a daily routine.

Where to apply highlighter for a healthy glow?

Apply your highlighter to areas that naturally capture light:

• The top of the cheekbones

• The bridge of the nose

• Cupid's Bow

• The inner corner of the eye

• Under the brow bone

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