After Completing Your Base Makeup
Apply shading after you've finished your base with foundation and concealer, and set everything with powder to smooth out your skin texture. Contouring before blush and highlighter helps you build natural dimension from the ground up.
How to Use the 3 Shades by Area
- Light (Neutral Beige): For subtle definition along the sides of the nose, under the eyes, and around the face
- Medium (Greyish Brown): For shaping the jawline, outer cheeks, and sides of the nose bridge
- Dark (Deep Mocha Brown): For deeper shadows along the hairline, tip of the chin, and outer perimeter of the face
Pick up a small amount on your brush, adjust the intensity on the back of your hand, then blend seamlessly so no harsh lines show. You can also mix two shades together for an even more natural gradient.
Tailoring Your Contour to the Occasion
For everyday makeup, stick to Light and Medium for soft, understated definition. For photos or evening events under bright lighting, bring in the Dark shade to create sharper, more defined contours. For the office, a light touch of Medium along the jawline and sides of the nose keeps things polished without going overboard.
Products That Work Well Together
After contouring, apply highlighter on top of your cheekbones to amplify dimension. Place blush in the center of your cheeks, right between the contour and highlighter. The neutral-toned shading pairs beautifully with both warm-toned and cool-toned blushes.
For Clean Use and Storage
After each use, tap off any excess powder from your brush and gently wipe the palette surface with a tissue to prevent the colors from mixing. A regular foam cleanser is enough to remove the product, but since it has strong adherence, make sure to cleanse thoroughly.