This Common Contour Mistake Ages You!

Glam Girl Gabi
by Glam Girl Gabi

As we age, the makeup we require changes, and how we apply it changes, too.


This tutorial specifically looks at face contouring, and the common mistakes to avoid with makeup as you age.


I will explain the mistake, and how you can sidestep it to get the most out of your contouring makeup.

How to contour older faces

1. Understand your goal

It's important to understand that the goal of contouring is not to hollow out your cheeks or face. Aging will take care of that all on its own.

How to contour older faces

2. Create structure

What we are trying to achieve here is building structure and definition back to the face, so it is not all one tone.

How to contour older faces

3. Choose the right tones

To get the definition back into your face, choose a palette with warmer tones.

How to contour older faces

4. Apply your contour product

Apply product along your hairline and upper cheek bones, then blend it in.


How to contour older faces

Common mistakes to avoid with makeup as you age

Follow this technique to get a defined face with dimension, instead of a hollowed-out look.


Once you’ve tried it, please leave a comment to let me know if you could see the difference!

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