Lots of makeup trends come and go, but one that’s not going anywhere is face contour. Don’t know how to contour? You’re not alone. For many makeup lovers, the technique seems brand-new. But in reality ...

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 ...

“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 ...

If there's one celebrity you think of when you want to learn the perfect contour, it's Kim Kardashian West. She's the queen of highlighter and bronzer, and we all know it. The star launched KKW Beauty ...

What It Is: Kim Kardashian West’s KKW Beauty Powder Contour Kits Who Tried It: Jillian Ruffo, Associate Beauty Editor; Lydia Price,Digital Platforms and Specials Editorial Assistant; and Jackie Fields ...

Whether you use cream or powder, it's difficult to strike the balance between a contour that lifts and sculpts cheeks and one that just drags your features down. After all, blending requires skill.

If you're a fan of contouring, you'll know that it takes practice to get those cheekbones looking chiselled and that Cupid's bow gleaming. But amongst those shimmering highlighters and liquid bronzers ...

If you want to get the most out of your makeup, you ought to think about not just what you’re applying to your face, but what you’re applying it with. “Investing in good brushes/tools is a must, and ...