Contour Magic
Thanks to a world of Instagram influencers and celebs, this season’s beauty emphasis is on using highlighters, shapers and blush to create outstanding cheekbones. In contouring, blending is vital if you’re to avoid looking like a 1980’s New Romantic. Whether you prefer cream, stick, or powder, we’ve explored the Beauty Hall at John Lewis to pick out the best products for all ages and skin types
Giorgio Armani: New Nude Range
If you don’t want to go the full Kardashian, then Giorgio Armani’s new Neo Nude range gives a perfect dewy liquid contour that will help sculpt your face in a subtle way. A little certainly does go a long way and it’s easy to apply and blend. The range also includes highlighters and blush in several shades. (£28)
Benefit: Hoola Quickie Contour Stick
If you’re new to contouring, pick up Benefit’s Hoola Quickie Contour Stick. This amazing product will allow you to create killer cheekbones with just a few strokes on the appropriate areas of your face. The creamy formula will melt into your skin leaving a dew-covered finish. (£24)
Two-Faced: Cocoa Contour & Highlighting Multi Palette
Two-Faced’s Cocoa Contour & Highlighting Multi Palette gives you everything you could possibly need to achieve cheekbones that would make a supermodel jealous. The palette consists of 3 contouring shades and 3 soft highlighting shades that are suitable for all skin tones. (£32)
Guerlain: Terracotta Contour & Glow Palette
If you’re looking for a product that’s quick and easy for on the go use, then the Guerlain Terracotta Contour and Glow Palette is ideal. This beautiful palette will not only contour the features of your face but also leave your skin smelling divine. The plethora of scents enriched into the powder include orange blossom, vanilla and tonka bean and a hint of musk. Just the thought of this luscious palette has you dreaming about being on the beach. (£50)
Charlotte Tilbury: Hollywood Contour Wand
Our last contouring pick is from boutique brand Charlotte Tilbury. Her Hollywood Contour wand is highly pigmented and super-creamy making blending a breeze. Use her Hollywood Complexion Brush for the perfect finish. (Wand £29, brush £30)
All available from John Lewis