One of the greatest mysteries of makeup is how to contour and highlight based on your face shape. If you're anything like me, these two beauty aspects have confused and haunted me since my early teens ...

Let's be real - contouring can feel like one of those makeup techniques that looks effortless on beauty gurus but somehow turns into a muddy mess when you try it at home. You've probably watched ...

Before jumping on a new makeup or hair trend, the obvious question you may ask your friends or family is, "Do you think this would look good on me?" Totally fair, especially since different hairstyles ...

Contouring transformed from professional makeup artist technique to mainstream beauty standard. Social media tutorials make it look simple. Apply darker shades where you want shadows, lighter shades ...

With customized hair and makeup tips from experts. Rebecca R. Norris is a full-time writer living in the DC metro area. She writes for InStyle covering everything from beauty and wellness to style and ...

Contouring is all about manipulating the play of shadow and light on your face. With a contour palette, you can “sculpt” your face. This non-invasive makeup technique can define your cheekbones, slim ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. If you've applied your favorite foundation and found your face looking a bit flat, ...