The miracle makeup that is contouring has liberated us from bad photos and ugly bloat days for the past few decades. Like how eyeliner can open up and brighten eyes, a little bronzer can slim down the face or accentuate one's jaw.

“The right shade of bronzer applied correctly or something as simple as a touch up powder applied in the appropriate areas, can instantly make the face appear more dimensional and naturally beautiful,” tells Carina Choo, senior education manager at Bobbi Brown Malaysia.

Carina Choo, Bobbi Brown Malaysia senior education manager

You do not need to go out of your way and specifically buy a contouring palette to do it either. Carina shares that it’s perfectly fine to use loose powder or even a bronzer to get the desired look. Just stay away from high-shine or shimmery products on your nose and chin area if you have oily skin!

We pick the brain of the makeup guru further to find out what are the best ways to achieve a slimmer face, higher cheekbones and a more defined jaw.

 

"It’s important to perfect your basics first"

"First, minimise dark circles and under-eye discolouration with the Corrector, followed by the Creamy Concealer to brighten up the eye area. Now, your eyes are the main focus of your face! Follow with a foundation that matches your skin tone naturally - this is to even out discolouration on your skin. These steps are important and should be the foundation (pun not intended!) of any makeup routine. Last but not least, set your base with Sheer Finish Powder – it’ll help your makeup stay on longer."

 
Bobbi Brown Corrector, Bobbi Brown Creamy Concealer, Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation SPF15 PA++, Bobbi Brown Sheer Finish Loose Powder

 

For a slimmer face

"Brighten up the high points of your face – forehead, the apples of the cheeks and chin area with Illuminating Face Base SPF25 PA++. This ultra-luxe skin primer can be used before or after your foundation. You’re basically creating an inverted triangle in the centre of the face – brighter inside and warmer on the outside – creating a natural dimension which is slimming."

 
Bobbi Brown Illuminating Face Base SPF25 PA++

For higher cheekbones

"For instant definition, try something like our iconic Shimmer Brick Compact on the tops of your cheekbones. Those with oily skins can try Brightening Finishing Powder instead. Not only will it add definition, it will also help control shine on your face. Both products help reflect radiance and light which will, in turn, draw attention to your cheekbones." 

 
Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact, Bobbi Brown Brightening Finishing Powder

For a more defined jaw

"Lightly dust Bronzing Powder on the sides of the cheeks towards the ears, along the jawline. Don’t forget the area above your brow bones, towards your hairline. This not only defines your jawline but it also brings your features forward and helps your face appear sharper."

 

Bobbi Brown Bronzing Powder 

 

 

(Photos: Bobbi Brown Malaysia) 

 

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