Face corrector, how to use. Step-by-step instructions, palette, color palette, how to apply liquid, dry, colored cream, pencil. Photo and video

Face corrector, how to use. Step-by-step instructions, palette, color palette, how to apply liquid, dry, colored cream, pencil. Photo and video

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Today there are a lot of cosmetic products that can not only hide or eliminate flaws, but also highlight advantages. One of these products is a facial corrector. Read more about what it is and detailed step-by-step instructions on how to use it correctly later in the article.

What is a proofreader for?

Few women can boast of ideal facial skin condition. Very often the complexion has to be corrected, especially before some important event.

Defects and blemishes of the skin can be considered:

• dark spots;
• scars;
• redness;
• pimples and traces of them;
• dark circles under the eyes;
• wrinkles;
• enlarged pores;
• bruises;
• capillary networks.

A facial corrector will successfully help hide these small cosmetic imperfections on the skin.

Yellow

Yellow corrector can be used to disguise small bruises, bruises or capillary mesh on the face. This shade perfectly neutralizes dull and sallow complexions, which will give the skin a natural beauty. In addition, even protruding veins and tattoos can be hidden with a yellow concealer with a dense texture! Professional makeup artists often use a corrector of this shade as a base for eyeshadow.

What types of proofreaders are there?

Correctors come in a variety of colours, appearances and textures. With this in mind, they are used for various purposes.

This product is divided into the following varieties:

1. Dry.
2. Cream.
3. Pencil.
4. Oil.
5. Stick.
6. Liquid.
7. Auto.
8. Palette.
9. Compact.

Read more about each type below.

Liquid

The liquid corrector has a consistency similar to a fluid foundation. Since this concealer is water-based and non-greasy, it is not so easy to use. Therefore, it is necessary to distribute the product very quickly, otherwise there is a risk of hiding some shortcomings while emphasizing others. In order to use this product yourself, you need to stock up on a comfortable brush.

The best option is to trust the hand of a professional.

It is a little easier to use an automatic pencil, since the corrector is distributed evenly on the brush. This type of concealer masks problem areas around the eyes very well.

Stick

The product is very convenient to use. It has a good consistency, thanks to which it is easy to apply, does not get caught in folds and wrinkles, and is not able to spread over the skin. Therefore, this product can be easily used even by those who have never used a face concealer before.

Thanks to modern formulas, solid correctors are created with a very delicate texture and a variety of vitamin supplements. This has a very good effect on the condition of the skin of the face. This type of corrector eliminates minor local redness, scars and pimples.

Pencil

The pencil often contains various antibacterial components. This has a very beneficial effect on problematic or oily facial skin. The pencil has very good staying power. Besides correcting imperfections, it can also be used in place of a highlighter or primer.

Thanks to the pencil, you can increase or decrease the volume of your lips, add richness to bright lipstick or shadows. You can also visually raise the area under the eyebrow, making a woman’s look more “open”.

Cream

Quite a popular type of corrector. Sold either in jars or in palettes of 4-6 colors. They must be mixed together to create the perfect tone. Allows you to solve problems of several types of problematic skin. It has a fairly dense texture, which makes it possible to perfectly mask various imperfections: acne marks, scars, age spots and dark spots.

Dry

It is not very common, but it is a lifesaver for girls who have very oily facial skin, as it creates a mattifying effect.

Thanks to the different shades, you can perfectly hide skin redness (using a corrector with green pigments) or any age spots (using a corrector with purple pigments).

Auto

The advantage of this type of corrector is the uniform distribution of the decorative product on the brush. This is very convenient when applied to the skin of the face.

Compact

It masks problem areas of the skin well and also reduces them in the shortest possible time. Very convenient to use and transport.

Oil

The consistency of the oil corrector is reminiscent of theatrical makeup. Ideal for camouflaging dark circles in the eye area, various age spots or other severe skin imperfections. Thanks to its dense texture, this type of corrector allows you to create a perfectly even face texture, as it completely hides all imperfections.

It is very convenient to use this type of corrector, since the product is not very liquid.

Mineral

Mineral corrector effectively hides skin imperfections and disguises dark circles in the eye area. This helps maintain a natural appearance. This corrector does not create a mask effect, does not weigh down the skin, and feels comfortable on it. It contains a complex of plant extracts and useful mineral components. This has a very good effect on the skin of the face.

Palette

A unique invention that will help cope with various facial skin defects in a matter of minutes. The corrector palette can include up to 25 different colors, which are designed to correct many dermal problems. It is very important to use shades correctly in order not only to highlight the advantages of the skin, but also to hide unwanted imperfections.

Kinds

Based on consistency, the following types of correctors are distinguished:

1. Liquid. A fluid product that fills pores and wrinkles well. Creates a thin translucent film on the skin, evens out the tone. A common form of release is an automatic pencil with a built-in brush for application made of synthetic bristles. The liquid product must be quickly blended, otherwise stains may remain on the skin. (“Concealer with radiance effect” from Avon – 330 rubles, “The Secret of Perfection” from Garnier – 325 rubles, Dream Lumi Touch pencil from Maybelline – 370 rubles).
2. Cream. The texture is reminiscent of a thick and oily foundation. Well hides redness and age spots. This under-eye corrector will perfectly disguise bruises. Apply with a brush or fingers, creating the effect of porcelain skin. (Alliance Perfect from Loreal – 400 rubles, Cover Cream from Pupa – 650 rubles).
3. Dry. A stick with a product whose consistency resembles thickened lipstick. It is very dense, so it masks defects well. Easy to apply and blend with fingers. It's the easiest to use. (“Mask stick” from Avon – 130 rub., Cover Stick from Pupa – 630 rub.).

How to choose a shade for facial color correction

The face corrector (how to use, step-by-step instructions - later in the article) has many color options. Most women use products exclusively in natural colors. But in cosmetology there are many shades of correctors, which, when used correctly, help to very easily cope with various skin imperfections.

You need to know what color corrector should be used for a particular problem:

• Green . The corrector of this shade helps to cope with burst blood vessels, freckles and various age spots, uneven tanning, insect bites, red inflammation, multiple pimples and acne. If your facial skin has a reddish tint, you should use a green-colored corrective primer.
• Yellow . Used to eliminate the following imperfections: redness, rosacea veins, dark circles under the eyes, dull skin color, the effects of fatigue, acne marks, scars.
• Violet . The violet color corrector will help even out the complexion if the tan is not completely uniform, camouflage yellow skin areas and freckles, eliminate old bruises that have already turned yellow, and yellowness of the skin. Gives the face a beautiful glow. If your skin is tanned or dark, you should not use a cool-toned product.
• White . This corrector color is used to disguise light pigmentation and freckles, to lighten very dark areas of the facial skin, highlight the natural bulges of the face and correct their shape. Very often it is used to dilute foundations, concealers and correctors of very dark shades. This helps you end up with a more suitable color.
• Corporeal . Flesh-colored corrective products are applied to the skin after all colored ones have been applied. They serve as a base for makeup and even out the complexion well.
• Pink . It is also known as peach. Helps hide dark circles in the area around the eyes (hides purple, blue and green colors well), age spots, small veins in the nose area. If your skin is very pale, you should use a salmon shade. The peach shade is more suitable for tanned or olive skin.
• Orange . Covers brown circles under the eyes and various dark spots very well. Also, using an orange corrector, you can slightly lighten the skin area in the corners of the lips and dark folds between the nose and lips, and remove bruises in the eye area. Ideal for dark skin.
• Brown . The decorative product of this shade is the most common. Eliminates all minor irregularities, makes the skin smooth and beautiful. The shade of the corrector should match directly with the skin color, or be 1 tone lighter. Quite often it is used as a base for lipstick. This allows you to extend the durability of the lipstick. Suitable for those who do not suffer from the constant appearance of unwanted redness and pimples.
• Blue . Very well hides allergic red spots, traces of rosacea, redness, acne marks, redness of tanned skin and other skin irritations. It can also help eliminate age spots and small freckles.
• Beige . This shade helps to camouflage veins, hide dark circles under the eyes, and disguises wrinkles very well. Thanks to this corrector, you can even out the tone and revitalize your skin color. Remarkably covers the consequences of any skin problems. When hiding a bruise, first the defect is covered with some color, and then leveled out with beige.
• Bronze . Quite a popular type of corrector. Helps hide freckles and various age spots. Used for minor scars and post-acne. Evens out complexion.
• Blue . Perfectly eliminates dark circles under the eyes. Also, it is used in the presence of stains from unsuccessfully applied self-tanning.

How to contour your face: choosing cosmetics

Palette

What to look for when choosing a sculpting kit:

• Naturalness. All shades in the palette should be close to natural. The presence of red, orange, black or blue pigments is not allowed, as they will not blend organically with the flesh color.
• Blush. They shouldn't be too bright. Choose what will look good on you. It can be peach or soft pink pigment.
• Structure. If you choose a creamy product, it should be very soft and smooth. Dry cosmetics should consist of very small particles. It is important that the contents of the palette fit perfectly on the skin and shade well.
• No glitter. Matte tones will allow you to achieve the most natural effect. Mother of pearl is only allowed as part of a highlighter.
• Corrector. The main shade with which you will darken individual areas should be no more than two shades darker than the skin.

We offer the following options for contouring kits:

Tools

You may need the following brushes:

• Big, flat and fluffy. It is good for applying and blending highlighter.
• Beveled. Best suited for drawing the cheekbone line. She creates a clear, smooth and at the same time natural line. This brush is convenient for blending cosmetics.
• Flat. Ideal for applying blush and contouring the nose.
• Kabuki. This is a voluminous brush that is convenient to use when applying creamy products.

Also, some girls note the convenience of beauty blenders. They are good if you have liquid or cream cosmetics in your palette. We offer you to purchase the tools necessary for contouring in our store:

How to apply concealer

Face corrector: how to use, step-by-step instructions:

1. The dermis must be thoroughly cleaned and moisturized. You need to use the cream and wait until it is well absorbed.
2. Before applying the makeup base, you need to use a liquid type corrector. You need to start by camouflaging problem areas. The cosmetic product is carefully applied to the fingertips or on the hand, and imperfections are treated with it. If they are small, you can use a cotton swab.
3. The corrector is evenly distributed over problem areas.
4. Darkening or lightening certain areas of the skin (using different tones of the product) will help make the skin more prominent. First of all, the darkest color is used. The product is applied to the contour of the face, temples, wings of the nose and slightly below the cheekbones. In the case where the lower jaw is very massive, it should also be darkened.
5. Use a light-colored corrector to work in the center of the forehead, on the protruding part of the nose, the area around the eyes, chin, lower and upper eyelids, upper cheeks, the area between the parts of the lower jaw and cheekbones that protrude.

How to disguise bruises and dark circles under the eyes

Actions:

• When bruises are very noticeable under the eyes, it is necessary to use a corrector in a pink, yellow or orange shade. A corrector 1 shade lighter than the skin is applied on top, or this area is immediately treated with a suitable foundation.
• In order to camouflage dark circles, you need to use a corrector of the required color. A pinkish tint is suitable for fair skin, peach for medium skin tones, and orange for dark skin tones.
• You need to apply a corrector of a certain color in the same way as a concealer or a standard nude.

How to hide wrinkles

Actions:

• First you need to use a moisturizer and let it absorb well.
• After this, a corrector is applied under the eyes 1-2 shades lighter than the skin tone of the face to hide dark circles and wrinkles formed in this area. You need to choose a water-based liquid concealer so that it does not crease. And only after its application the dermis will become visually smoother.
• The same corrector must be applied to the corners of the mouth from below, on the nasolabial fold, on the dimple above the chin, on the back of the nose. While the cosmetic product has not yet been absorbed, it must be carefully shaded with a damp sponge.

Face sculpting. Lesson from a MAC makeup artist

Dry facial correctors

Every woman wants to have a perfectly smooth face without any imperfections. But unfortunately, not everyone has a naturally perfect face, so ladies regularly have to resort to using facial care products and adjusting their tone. Often, foundation creams are not able to hide some imperfections, so specialists in the cosmetic industry have come up with such amazing products as correctors. Next, we will talk in more detail about their purpose, share information about dry correctors from different companies and advice from experts.

What it is?

Many women often confuse the names corrector and concealer, but in fact they are almost the same thing. Their main difference is the density of the texture. Correctors have average coverage, but concealers are like a light veil for the face. But this does not mean that the easier the better. Each corrector and concealer has its pros and cons.

Popular dry correctors are very similar to ordinary powder, but at the same time it does not always hide everything “unnecessary”, and thanks to its compacted texture, the corrector performs this task with a bang, and with the help of entire palettes of correctors you can successfully correct your face and add the necessary highlights and it is advantageous to highlight the cheekbones.

Dry concealers often have a dense and velvety texture; the finish can be matte or with a slight shimmer. They are very convenient to apply with a brush, and in addition, they are perfectly shaded, thereby giving a natural effect and are absolutely not felt on the face. Since most dry concealers have a mattifying effect, you don’t have to worry about the appearance of oily shine on your face throughout the day.

In addition to dry ones, there are also liquid correctors and in sticks, but it cannot be said for sure that a cream corrector will be better than a dry one, since each of them is focused on certain skin problems

How to apply it correctly?

• Before applying any foundation or concealer, it is very important that your face is first cleansed. You should not skip this important stage, since previous makeup that is not completely washed off or dirt can lead to clogged pores over time.
• After the first stage of cleansing has been completed, you need to apply a moisturizer and wait until it is absorbed.
• Afterwards you should apply your foundation, powder or foundation.
• And only after creating the main tone, apply dry correctors, especially if we are talking about such a popular area as facial contouring.

As a rule, certain correctors are applied to certain areas of the face. The protruding parts should be darkened, and those areas that look most attractive and would benefit you in your make-up should be highlighted.

Let's sculpt step by step at home

Today it is very popular and profitable to immediately purchase palettes with corrective dry products; they include the following products:

• Sculptors. Designed to darken certain areas of the face, create volume on the face and correct it;
• Highlighters . They highlight and highlight prominent areas of the face, creating the effect of natural skin radiance. They can be applied under the eyebrows, on the bridge of the nose and along the edge of the upper lip, as well as just above the cheekbones;
• Bronzers. With their help, you can give your cheekbones a moderate effect of a natural tan or create a bronze blush on your cheeks.

Most often, such palettes have special instructions with diagrams on how to apply this or that color to the face, so don’t be afraid that you will make a mistake. Most importantly, do not forget about the main stages:

• Cleanse and moisturize the face;
• Apply foundation;
• We sculpt with a special brush and carefully shade the products.

Quite simple, but training will still be required, because non-professional makeup artists sometimes find it difficult to create perfect facial sculpting the first time.

Watch the video tutorial on face sculpting with dry correctors below.

Tools Overview

So, we offer for review several options for dry correctors from popular companies that are in greatest demand:

• At the professional brand MAC you will find both entire palettes with sculptors and individual options for dry correctors. All product formulas contain special softening ingredients for the most natural coverage, as well as vitamins and antioxidants. Original products are expensive, but they never disappoint;

• We also recommend paying attention to the palette of correctors from the professional Russian brand Manly Pro. An excellent purchase for home use can be a double palette of highlighter and dry corrector, which will help to highlight certain parts of the face. The brand also has larger palettes, but with cream options;

• Correctors and contouring products from the famous American brand NYX have been in great demand among professional makeup artists for several years now. Be sure to take a closer look at the “Highlight & Contour Palette ”, which contains the necessary eight shades to create the perfect face and texture;

• Kylie correctors can be an equally interesting purchase . Dry correctors from this brand are very easy to use and do not require special application skills, the main thing is to know the basic rules.

Many women are afraid to use professional correctors for facial sculpting and correction, because there is a risk of not “making friends” with them. But those who nevertheless dared to try to make the face from the cover express the following reviews about a variety of dry correctors:

• They are very easy to apply, I especially like the Mac variants. They are expensive, but the face does not “float” or shine throughout the day. The first time you may not be able to place the accents correctly, but you can always practice more;
• The NYX concealer palette is a great place to start if you decide to start sculpting your face at home. The textures of the dry correctors are very pleasant, and the price of the palette is not bad. It is also very beneficial that you can buy additional refills for the palette if you have run out of one or another dry corrector;
• Most often, the palettes contain a full description of where to apply what color, so you can easily not be afraid to do make-up at home and experiment;
• Today there are a huge number of fakes, many ladies complain about them because they are very poorly applied to the face. To avoid such problems, give preference only to originals and purchase them from trusted places and reliable online stores.

Face corrector

How to cover up pimples

How to properly use face concealer to cover up pimples.

Step-by-step instruction:

• A cool shade of green concealer is applied with a brush to the redness or pimple.
• The pigment is lightly pressed with a finger and the borders are shaded. Then you need to wait a little while the corrector gently “settles” on the skin.
• You should choose a foundation that perfectly matches your skin tone and apply it all over your face.

How to cover up age spots

Actions:

• A primer is applied pointwise to pigment spots or the entire face.
• At the first stage, you need to use a tint corrector (select the desired color). The product is applied to the stain, going slightly beyond its boundaries. Wait until it is slightly absorbed and carefully blend the contours.
• The foundation begins to be applied exclusively from the area that is subject to correction, using neat movements. It needs to be distributed over the entire skin of the face.
• If the pigment spot is very noticeable, at the initial stage you can apply a white pencil or a light concealer under the corrector.
• Light spots are hidden with a concealer that is 1-2 shades darker than the foundation.
• Conclusion – applying powder. Movements in the area of ​​the stain should be as careful as possible. You can also apply the powder through a napkin (to be on the safe side).

Who can benefit from sculpture?

Contrary to popular belief, this technique is necessary not only for those who want to visually get rid of a few extra pounds. It is also important to take into account that modern foundations can be quite dense and completely hide the natural shades of the skin. This leads to the fact that the face covered with tone looks flat and unnatural, and to eliminate this shortcoming, light contouring is indispensable.

Even if you are absolutely confident in your own irresistibility, try to slightly emphasize the relief of your face using contouring. You may like the result so much that this technique will become another useful tool to help emphasize your strengths.

Contouring technique

Contouring is one of the makeup techniques that helps accentuate the features of the face.

Execution scheme:

• Using a wide, flat brush, apply creamy concealer to the cheeks and under the eyes. This will even out your complexion.
• Highlight the bridge of the nose and the middle of the forehead with a highlighter.
• Correct imperfections in the dimple above the upper lip and chin area.
• Using an angled brush, apply bronzer under the cheekbones.
• It is necessary to camouflage the forehead area with bronzer (apply along the hairline).
• Two longitudinal stripes on both sides of the nose will help make it narrower.
• The jawline and chin need to be treated very carefully.
• Using a sponge, blend out clear lines.
• Add a little blush to your cheeks.

Applying concealer to a round face

Actions:

1. Using foundations of light and dark shades, even out the relief and complexion. Apply the dark shade to the sides of the face, the sides of the nose, its wings, and highlight the cheekbones. The light shade should be applied exclusively to the center of the forehead and nose, chin, and under the eyes.
2. Hide pigment spots or other skin imperfections.
3. To hide chubby cheeks, you need to use blush in light brown tones. They should be applied diagonally from the top of the cheekbone to the middle of the cheek.

Contouring: the very basics

So, you have a face contouring palette in your hands, and you’re wondering how to use it, right?? To begin with, just a few words about contouring. This technique of applying makeup allows you to correct certain facial features and give it the desired shape.

Just one palette, which has light and dark tones, can work real miracles. For example, to help you make your nose visually smaller, your cheekbones more voluminous, and your chin not so heavy.

Contouring with a dark corrector is done like this.

• If you need to darken a particular area, then you should use a dry product with a bronze tint. The tone should be 2 shades darker than your natural skin color.
• If the shade is too dark, then it will suit if the skin is very dark.
• When applying a dark color, use an angled brush with dense bristles. Use driving movements in a circular motion.

The palette, which contains a light corrector, is suitable for highlighting the center of the forehead, the brow bones, the highest areas of the cheekbones, the bridge of the nose, the chin, the area above the lip, etc.

Many who have already mastered two shades, dark and light, are interested in how to use if there is a color palette of correctors for the face.

Applying concealer to a long face

Actions:

1. To visually shorten your face, you need to use a concealer that is 2-3 shades darker than the skin of your face or a matte bronzer. Apply along the hairline on the top of the forehead. Gradually move it downward in direction.
2. Along the length of the lower part of the chin, you need to apply a dark shade of blush or concealer.
3. It is necessary to apply a matte bronzer to the bridge of the nose, and cover the nose with the main tone.

Applying concealer to a square face

Actions:

1. The first thing you need to do is apply your makeup base.
2. Work out the lines of the forehead: those parts that need to be hidden are treated with a dark shade. Those that need to be emphasized are in a light tone.
3. A dark tone of foundation is applied to the sides of the forehead. It is necessary to shade it well to create a bend.
4. Use light powder to highlight the middle of the forehead, the area around the eyes, and the chin.
5. In the shape of a triangle, apply dark-colored blush to the cheekbones (the corners are extended towards the temples).

Applying concealer to a triangular face

Actions:

1. Cover your face with makeup base.
2. Apply a tone that matches your skin color.
3. Using a darker foundation, apply it to the jawline, which slightly crosses the boundaries of the correct oval, and to the temples.
4. A light tone is applied to the bottom of the chin, lateral areas of the cheekbones, temples, and the side of the lower jaw.
5. All of the above areas are covered with dark powder, which differs from the skin color by 1-2 tones.

How to use a concealer palette: application patterns

With the help of a cosmetic constructor, accents are highlighted and curves and natural contours of the oval face are formed. Protruding areas are drawn in lighter tones. The depressions are, accordingly, darker and more saturated shades. Step by step using different tones, the overall “skeleton” of the mask is laid out, and then shaded with a brush.

Basic mistakes when applying concealer

It’s easy to choose a face corrector, but how to use it to highlight your advantages and also hide skin imperfections? Step-by-step instructions were given above. Now about the main mistakes when applying concealer.

These include:

1. Application to unkempt skin.
2. Wrong color choice.

   When using a face concealer, it is important to know how to use the color palette.

3. Using cosmetics that are not suitable for your skin type.
4. Lack of decorative cosmetics on the face or excess.
5. Improperly plucked eyebrows.
6. Traces of mascara under the eyes.
7. Eyelashes are painted sloppily.
8. Lip pencil (contour) is darker than the shade of lipstick.
9. Using too bright shadows of different colors at the same time.
10. Heavy use of blush in pink shades.

To get the desired result, you must avoid these mistakes.

Palette: a universal assistant

The concealer palette is compared to a real feminine weapon for a reason. This decorative cosmetics with a paste-like texture, not too thick, helps to add charm to the face and hide various defects. A palette is a set that contains products in different shades: yellow, orange, blue, green, purple, etc.

Those who didn’t skip art classes as children and listened carefully to the teacher know well how to use a palette masterfully. For example, ko6e4ka.ru reminds you: if you apply yellow first and then green, it will be blue. Concealer works on the same principle. And a little later we will talk about what color correctors are needed for.

Concealer and corrector: what's the difference?

Many girls do not see the difference in these two products and are sure that they perform the same functions.

But concealer and corrector differ in several ways:

The main stages of preparation for sculpting

• After choosing the right sculptors and highlighters, take care of a thoughtful place to do your makeup. Provide lighting, natural or artificial, that is as close as possible to the lighting of the place you are going to.
• Prepare not only contouring products, but also a makeup base. This will greatly simplify the application of cosmetics with any texture. For the best fixation of cream products, a special transparent powder will be useful.
• Take care of your facial contouring tools. Brushes of various sizes are ideal for applying and blending dry products. They are also suitable for applying cream sculptors and highlighters, and a sponge will do a better job of blending them.
• Cleanse your face, use your favorite day care product, apply foundation, if necessary, disguise wrinkles and other skin imperfections with a corrector - and you are ready to start sculpting.

How to choose a corrector

A face corrector (how to use, step-by-step instructions – earlier in the article) must be chosen correctly.

There are a number of criteria that need to be taken into account:

• The degree of oiliness of the facial skin.
• Skin condition.
• Nature of the problem.
• Positive reviews from those who have used this or that product.

If you choose and use corrector correctly, you can significantly improve the appearance of your facial skin.

The step-by-step instructions for using face corrector are quite simple. This cosmetic product will help disguise skin imperfections and make your face more attractive. To get the desired result, you need to clearly know how to apply various colors and types of corrector.

Types and features of contouring products

In order not to get lost in the huge variety of cosmetics, consider your individual characteristics: face shape, skin type, its natural color and tan, the level of your skills and the purpose of makeup.

Texture

Sculpting products come in dry and cream varieties:

• Powders and other cosmetics with similar textures are relatively easy to apply, especially if you are skilled with makeup brushes. They are better suited for oily skin and daytime makeup. But dry products cannot boast of outstanding stability, and in case of skin problems they will only emphasize bulges or flaking.
• Cream products do not have this drawback and can mask such imperfections, but this comes at the cost of increased complexity and duration of application. Such cosmetics are best used by those with dry or normal skin, but there are also mattifying products that can cope with oily sheen. Cream products are more often used for thorough evening makeup, but with proper practice they can provide a lasting natural effect throughout the day.

Pigmentation

It all depends on your skills. If you are still new to sculpting, it is better to choose slightly pigmented products, which are more difficult to overdo. At the same time, you will practice working with several layers of cosmetics. Highly pigmented products are often chosen by professional makeup artists, since such cosmetics, although they require extreme care and skill in application, are used very sparingly.

Hue

A contouring palette may contain:

• directly sculptors who serve to darken the desired areas;
• highlighters that highlight natural bulges and areas that require visual enhancement;
• bronzers that revitalize the face with a tanning effect.

Recommendations for choosing shades can be given as follows:

1. Do not use bronzers for sculpting if you have pale, untanned skin, and after tanning, be careful not to create a clear graphic outline. It is very easy to overdo them and acquire a ridiculous and comical look.
2. If you have pale skin or few warm tones in your appearance, treat warm shades with maximum caution. Unnatural red or orange tones will not decorate you one bit.
3. A universal option for all types of appearance will be contouring products in cool brown tones.
4. To choose the most natural color possible, use the following technique: press your cheek in the area under the cheekbones with your finger and look for a product that is close in shade to the resulting shadow. Naturally, it is better to select these shades in daylight; lighting in cosmetics stores often greatly distorts colors.
5. Never use cosmetics containing glitter on a regular basis or to cover large surfaces. They are useful only for creating small, thoughtful accents, otherwise you will not get a delicate glow, but only the effect of skin shiny with oil.

Daytime and evening makeup require different intensities; for special occasions you can afford more daring solutions. Containing a range of closely matched shades that suit you, this facial contouring palette allows you to customize your makeup over a wide range of colors, from natural, subtle highlighting to a bold, dramatic effect.