I have only recently discovered this gem. So whatever I say will be only from a limited experience. Highlighting and contouring has been in existence for very long time. But it has gained popularity now with the advent of social media and YouTube. Kim Kardashian tweeted a series of selfies with highlight and contour makeup in process. And everyone wanted it done.. After all, the difference in her face was massive.
Women have been made aware that its not difficult to have some bone structure where none exists (atleast have an illusion of bone structure for photographs to post on Facebook, Instagram, etc.).
Highlight means you literally put a spotlight on features that you want to stand out in pictures or even plain light. So these features are a lighter shade. Contour is its exact opposite. You darken parts of your face that you want to hide. How many times have we seen pictures of models and filmstars and coveted that chiseled face... Well, its not difficult to get that. You just have to use the right type of highlighting and contouring and Voila... you have prominent cheekbones, your nose looks smaller, your double chin is hidden and your chubby face appears thinner. Really??? Yes... really.. Well, atleast on special occasions.. In fact I do this only on spl occasions. After all I'm no Kim Kardashian..
What you need for these is a product with a darker shade (atleast 2-3 shades darker than your natural skin tone) and a lighter shade (2-3 shades lighter). Various companies make bronzers and highlighters and make sure you get the ones which are non-shimmery or your face will glow like a light bulb. And I mean in a bad way.. So after applying your foundation your face starts looking nice and even and thats what you dont want... Start applying your bronzer and highlighter and dont be afraid of a little colour on your face. After all, plain white pleases no one...
This picture gives a precise idea as to where your bronzer and highlighter go. Feel your cheekbone and apply below it in a line extending from middle of the ear to the mouth. Use an angled brush to apply the bronzer. But dont go all the way. Stop at the middle of the eye.. Now use a small concealer brush or your finger or using a stick product, apply the dark colour to the side of your nose as shown, extending all the way to the tip of your nose. Apply bronzer to the temples, side of the forehead and below the jawbone too. Apply highlighter as shown to the side of your nose, below the eye, on the ridge of the nose, to the cupid's bow,chin, etc...
Then blend out with a sponge, beauty blender or a flat stippling brush. Make sure no harsh lines remain and it all blends in and you just leave with shadows and light on the face. This is what gives the carved out look to the face... Now apply a little blush on the apples of the cheeks blending it towards the hairline at an angle of about 45 degrees. Add some setting powder. And voila... you have a thinner nose, your double chin is hidden, your forehead appears smaller and so on... But ladies, a word of caution.. you might want to leave the contouring out when attending a place where there is plenty of sunlight or you might end up looking muddy.. And if you still want to do it, do so very subtly.. Go ahead, give it a try and practice a few times before attempting to do it for a special occasion. It really works.. trust me.. Those of you who have seen my new Whatsapp DP will know what I'm talking about.
Products I Use:
Products I Use:
- MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural : Shade Dark
- MAC Cream Colour Base : Shade Hush (frost)
- Maybelline Dream Touch Blush : Shade 07 Plum
- Vega Contour Angled Brush
Try using a light and dark eyeshadow as your contour and highlight colour and tell me how it goes..
Keep Smiling Sweeties,
Much love,
Dr. Rasika
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