CONTOURING THE FACE!!

Makeup can do some pretty amazing things. It can cover up imperfections like pimples and under eye circles and open up your eyes. But did you also know that makeup can help slim the face and enhance your features? It is not difficult at all, either! Whether you want to highlight your cheekbone or slim your nose, you can do so with bronzer and highlighter.

Here are a few ways you can contour your face with makeup:

Apply Foundation - Before you begin contouring your face, you should apply foundation to even out your skin tone. Make sure your foundation matches your skin tone, otherwise it will not look flattering. If you are not sure about the best color for you, consult with a makeup professional at a department store. Create a flawless finish by applying your foundation with a flat-top brush or a cosmetic sponge. I suggest applying it in front of a sunny window to get the best application. If you need more coverage, apply concealer to any imperfections after you put on your foundation.

Add Bronzer - A good bronzer will add depth to your face. Choose a bronzer that is not too shimmery. Bronzers with a lot of shimmer do not look very natural. Take an angled brush and begin applying the bronzer underneath your cheekbones. Make sure to get the color from the hairline to just underneath the apples of your cheeks. It helps to suck in your cheeks for this part. Then, apply bronzer down the bridge of your nose to slim it and across your forehead to minimize width.

Put Blush On - Blush will complement the bronzer nicely. Apply a pink or peach powder blush across your cheekbones with a blush brush. Blush gives the skin a beautiful glow.

Highlight Your Features - Enhance your best features with a powder highlighter. For example, you can sweep some highlighting powder on top of your cheeks, along your brow bones and down your temples. You can also apply the highlighter to the center of your lips to accentuate them.

Once you get the hang of it, contouring your face should not take longer than 10 minutes. Bronzer and highlighter are great for accentuating your best features and minimizing areas that are too wide. Always remember that less is more. Start out with a small amount of bronzer and add more later if it's necessary.