As I love to do makeup, and love to learn new tips and tricks, I have spent a LOT of time watching youtube videos of makeup tutorials. One of the things that took me a while to learn, is contouring. Now, however, contouring is one of my favorite things to do.

Here is a little picture step-by-step of how I contour my face. I only do this look for special occasions or when I go out, because it is not exactly subtle and doesn't look natural, per sé. However, on a regular day I do contour my face, but with powders instead of creams so that it looks less dramatic and more subtle.

Contouring (and highlighting) is a way of defining your facial structure, making your good features stand out and your "bad features" less noticeable. I really like contouring my face because I have quite a round, chubby face, and contouring makes my face look a little more defined and slimmer.

 *disclaimer* I am aware that my naked face isn't the prettiest (this is why I wear makeup). Don't be frightened. 

First, highlight the areas you want to stand out. Under the eyes, the chin, cupid's bow and a little bit on the forehead.

Next, blend, blend, blend!!!! You can use a blending spongue or a foundation brush.

Add some blush on your cheeks between the contour on your cheekbones and the highlight under your eyes, to give you some life. Also add some contour powder or bronzer on the contoured area, and some highlighting power on the highlighted area, to smooth it out and make it look a little softer.


 

Finally, put on the rest of your makeup, and tada!