There’s no denying that over the last few years, pared-back make-up has been where it’s at when it comes to trending looks. Whether that’s sheer, sheeny eyeshadows, dewy blush or ‘tired girl’ makeup, ...

Contouring often causes uncertainty when applying makeup - especially for beginners. The viral 3-5 method simplifies this ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

“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 ...

Contouring may have been the biggest beauty trend of 2015, but the shadow-enhancing makeup technique is definitely here to stay. Here's how to use the Anastasia Beverly Hills Contouring Palette, if ...

Thanks to the Kardshians, contouring is everyday vernacular. The technique of defining and sculpting your facial structure using a makeup shade that's a few shades darker than your actual skin tone ...