Hey, beauty!
Today, we’re diving into the wonderful world of contouring and bronzing. When it comes to makeup, there are so many options out there to help us enhance our features and achieve that flawless look. But sometimes, it’s confusing, right? Enter: contour and bronzer. These two popular products often get mixed up, but fear not! We’re here to break it down for you. Contouring and bronzing both add dimension and sculpt your face, but they have their own unique purposes and techniques. So, get ready as we explore the differences and share some Fancy Face tips to help you become a pro at applying them. Let’s get into it!
Hannah wearing our Chisel Me Contour Stick – Shop here!
Contour:
Contouring involves using a matte product, typically a cooler-toned powder or cream, to create the illusion of shadows on the face. The purpose of contouring is to redefine and sculpt specific facial features, such as the cheekbones, jawline, and nose. By strategically applying contour products, you can create the illusion of a slimmer face and more pronounced features.
Here are our key tips for how to effectively use contour:
- Shade selection: Contour products are usually cooler toned, mimicking the natural shadows on the face. They are typically darker than your natural skin tone, enabling them to create depth and dimension. Our Chisel Me contour stick was perfectly crafted in shade to suit most skin tones and to also act as not only a contour product but also a bronzer due to its warmer tone!
- Placement: Contour is applied to the areas you want to recede or define. Common areas include the hollows of the cheeks, temples, jawline, and sides of the nose.
- Blending: Blending is crucial in contouring to ensure a seamless, natural-looking result. Use a brush or sponge to blend the contour product into the skin, avoiding harsh lines or uneven patches.
Carina wearing Chisel Me Contour and Maui Mood Bronzer
Bronzer:
Bronzer, on the other hand, is a warm-toned product that adds warmth and a sun-kissed glow to the face. Unlike contour, which focuses on creating shadows, bronzer aims to mimic a natural tan or provide an overall healthy radiance. It is generally applied to areas where the sun naturally hits the face.
Fancy Face bronzer tips:
- Shade selection: Bronzers are available in various warm tones, including golden, terracotta, and amber shades. Choose a shade that complements your skin tone and provides a natural warmth. Our Maui Mood bronzer is also suitable for most skin tones!
- Placement: Bronzer is typically applied to areas where the sun would naturally tan the face. These include the forehead, temples, bridge of the nose, and (lightly on the) cheeks.
- Blending: Just like contouring, blending is essential for a seamless finish. Ensure that the bronzer is blended well into the skin, especially at the edges, to avoid any harsh lines.
Summary for mastering your contour and bronzer application:
- Choose the right products: Look for contour and bronzer shades that complement your skin tone. Experiment with different formulas, such as powders or creams, to find what works best for you. Our Chisel Me contour stick as well as Maui Mood bronzer have been created to be used as either contour and/or bronzer! For example, day to day, opt for Maui Mood which can be quick to apply with a brush. For a night out or an event, if you’d like a little more definition, apply Chisel Me first and set it with Maui Mood after!
- Start with a light hand: It’s easier to build up product gradually than to remove excess. Begin with a small amount of product and gradually add more as needed.
- Blend, blend, blend: Use a blending brush or sponge (we love our Perfect Skin Beauty Sponge ;)) to blend the contour and bronzer seamlessly into your skin. Pay attention to the edges to ensure a natural look!
- Practice makes perfect: Don’t be discouraged if you don’t achieve your desired results right away. Like any skill, mastering contouring and bronzing takes practice. Experiment with different techniques and products to find what works best for your face shape and features!
To wrap it all up, contouring and bronzing are like secret weapons in your makeup arsenal. They have the power to completely transform your look by highlighting your gorgeous facial features and giving you that radiant glow. By knowing the ins and outs of contour and bronzer, and honing your application skills, you’re taking your makeup game to the next level! Don’t forget, it’s all about practice and trying new things to discover what works best for you, beauty.
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Xo, The Fancy Face Team
