It's amazing how dusting a little bit of bronzer on the face to contour and carve out features can make a big difference. But it can be a bummer that the face-chiseling results go away the second we ...

The best part about makeup is that it can be completely experimental. Whether you want to go full glam, minimalistic, or even shave a few years off your face, how you appear to the world is completely ...

“Contour is a staple in the beauty world,” Fenty Beauty Global Makeup Artist Priscilla Ono tells ESSENCE. “It’s a technique that defines and sculpts the face by using light and dark shades to ...

I asked makeup artist Hillary Clark to critique my beauty routine to help minimize my uncertainty. Clark suggested a few improved application techniques and said I can repurpose some of my products. I ...

Ahead, the nine best cream contour sticks for all skin tones and skin types, according to beauty editors and experts.

Good contouring can enhance your face’s natural lines, make your favorite features stand out, define your cheekbones and eyes, and refine your proportions. It can be daunting to start, and it may seem ...

As with most make-up techniques, the skin prep is key for perfecting your contour technique—especially with mature skin, ...

Learn how to apply blush based on your face shape for a flattering, youthful look. From round to heart-shaped, find the best ...

If you've been wondering how best to contour your particular face shape and skin tone, you need to watch this. Celeb makeup artist Jenine Bird shows you exactly where to shade, highlight, and pop some ...

If chiseled cheekbones and a snatched jawline are what you're after, the art of contouring is necessary to learn how to ...

The Kardashians may have begun the contouring trend, but it has also become part of the makeup routine of millions worldwide. Contouring doesn’t need to be dramatic or over the top, even a subtle ...