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 ...

Makeup has the incredible power to enhance our features and bring out our natural beauty. One technique that has gained immense popularity in recent years is contouring. By strategically using shadows ...

Contouring and highlighting are always best together when it comes to facial design, and learning to apply these methods competently starts by studying the shape of your face. Every face is different ...

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 ...

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. The sculpted, makeup-perfected look is always one ...

As a self-proclaimed blush connoisseur and admitted late-night TikTok scroller (anybody else?), it didn’t take long for me to discover that contouring with blush is totally a thing. Interestingly ...

Before jumping on a new makeup or hair trend, the obvious question you may ask your friends or family is, "Do you think this ...

Warmer days (and a higher UV index!) are just around the corner, meaning now is the time to practice and perfect your sunless glow. Using self-tanner is one of the best ways to protect your skin from ...

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 ...