Beauty

Highlighting + Contouring

February 24, 2014


Highlighting and contouring is the easiest way to create a stronger jawline, more chiseled cheeks and a slimmer face! Guilty as charged: I don’t highlight and contour as part of my daily routine. Rather, I find it a fun way to really up the ante for date night, photo shoots, or just when I want to get dolled-up a little bit more. I guarantee it makes a subtle yet noticeable difference!

Psst! One tip I forgot to mention in the video — If I need my highlighting to last a bit longer, I follow-up with a powdered concealer (see product links) under the eyes to help it set.

 

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  • Rebecca February 24, 2014 at 4:48 pm

    This is a perfect balance – you can see the highlight and contour yet it looks completely natural!

  • Jane February 24, 2014 at 4:54 pm

    I love this look on you. Looks so amazing.

  • Laura February 24, 2014 at 6:00 pm

    I love this look, it looks so natural!

    I would love to see a tutorial for your eye make-up in this video – it really makes your blue eyes POP!

    PS – LOVE your ring 🙂

    • missy February 25, 2014 at 2:57 pm

      Hi Laura! The eye makeup is from the tutorial called “warm smokey eye” – back in January 2014.

  • Brianne February 24, 2014 at 8:07 pm

    Love it. Your tutorials are always so helpful! My favorite blog ever!! 🙂

  • Cassia February 24, 2014 at 8:40 pm

    Could you do a video about how you whiten and keep your teeth so sparkly white? Thanks!!

    • missy February 25, 2014 at 2:59 pm

      Would be happy to!

  • alexa February 25, 2014 at 12:28 am

    Could you do a feature on your ring? Also, details on loose curls? Thank you! Great video.

    • missy February 25, 2014 at 2:59 pm

      Hi Alexa! I’ve done a few curl tutorials in the past: 10 minute loose curls or Trio Clipless Curling Wand will both help you out! My ring would be fun to share – great idea!

  • Blaire February 25, 2014 at 3:29 am

    This was great! Such a fun look for a date night. I loved your warrior princess face. It made me laugh with you! And I love how supportive your husband is with this! Thanks for always keeping it fun!

  • Suddith February 25, 2014 at 3:32 am

    I am always so excited for your tutorials and I have been trying to play with contouring with my temptu airbrush but have had some trouble. But this looks great, can’t wait to try!! Thank you!

    • missy February 25, 2014 at 2:56 pm

      Oooh you have me wanting to try it with my TEMPTU now! Great idea!!

  • Courtney February 25, 2014 at 2:28 pm

    I am loving these makeup tutorials, however, my bank account is not 🙂 You’re my go-to gal for makeup advice so HUGE thank you to you and all your awesomeness! Come to Pennsylvania in October and do my wedding hair + makeup?! Juuuust kidding (sort of)!

    PS – I bought the Make Up Forever eyeshadow pencils from your last post. What do you use to sharpen them?

    • missy February 25, 2014 at 2:56 pm

      You can either purchase the Make Up For Ever sharpener or Sephora’s brand also has one that fits (has dual holes for small/large pencils). Congrats on your wedding, my dear! xo

  • Kim February 25, 2014 at 2:50 pm

    Courtney, buy the makeup forever sharpener at sephora. I couldn’t find another one big enough for the pencils.

  • Kristen @ Vitamin K Girl February 25, 2014 at 5:04 pm

    Your pictures are always so beautiful! What camera do you use?

  • debbie February 25, 2014 at 5:41 pm

    Love your lipstick! Can you tell me the brand and color please?

  • sarah February 26, 2014 at 1:22 am

    have you seen maskara? she has a ton on HAC-ing. as well as her own makeup line now. pretty cool! i must say though i enjoy your blog the best of any!

  • pretty little things February 26, 2014 at 1:32 am

    you have the best hair and makeup tips missy!! keep on sharing with us : )

    http://allthingsprettyandlittle.blogspot.com

  • Ash February 26, 2014 at 2:46 pm

    Great post!! I love and use the Nars light reflecting pressed setting powder all the time. It gives a nice glow to the face..

    Xo Ash
    Sincerely Miss Ash

  • Hayley Roderick February 26, 2014 at 5:14 pm

    such a great tutorial!:)
    http://dailydoseofdarling.com

  • Mary Catherine February 27, 2014 at 1:04 am

    I love your tutorials so much! Are you still using your TEMPTU? Haven’t heard you talk about it lately! I’m curious about their bronzer!

  • Shaleen G February 27, 2014 at 4:30 am

    You’re so beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

  • Sonya February 27, 2014 at 4:45 am

    Here is a great tip that I learned. Put a little highlighter on your cupid’s bow and a little shadow under your lower lip to make your lips look fuller.

  • paige February 28, 2014 at 3:32 am

    Thanks Missy for another wonderful tutorial. We just got an Ulta so I’m super stoked to be seeing some of these products close to home! Can you possibly do a tutorial or post about shaping and defining brows? Love your blog!!!!

  • Megan March 5, 2014 at 4:24 am

    Your tutorials are amazing, and I love the links to the products! Can’t wait to try!

  • Lisa March 7, 2014 at 7:43 pm

    Great video, I’m curious though, how does this look up close? I’m hesitant as I feel the highlight/contour would show up, even after blending.