How to Contour for Your Face Shape (Made Easy)

Contouring can feel intimidating — but with the right technique (and tool), it’s your fast track to a natural-looking definition. And when you use a Beautyblender, the blend is so seamless, it looks like you were born with those cheekbones.

Here’s how to contour based on your face shape — for a sculpted, lifted look that still feels like you.

Oval Face

Goal: Balance length and enhance cheekbones
Where to Contour:

• Under the cheekbones
• Around the hairline
• Lightly under the jaw

Use your damp Beautyblender to bounce contour along the edges for soft definition.

Heart-Shaped Face

Goal: Soften the forehead, define the jaw
Where to Contour:

• Temples and sides of the forehead
• Bottom of the chin
• Under cheekbones

Use the end for precision near the chin and temples.

Round Face

Goal: Add angles and elongate
Where to Contour:

• Under the cheekbones in a diagonal line
• Sides of the forehead
• Jawline for structure

Blend upward to lift and slim.

Square Face

Goal: Soften strong angles
Where to Contour:

• Corners of the forehead and jaw
• Under the cheekbones to add curve

Blend thoroughly with your Beautyblender to avoid harsh lines.

Diamond Face

Goal: Balance width at the cheekbones
Where to Contour:

• Under cheekbones
• Temples
• Tip of the chin

Keep the center of your face brighter and let your contour frame your bone structure.

Pro Tip: Use a damp Beautyblender to bounce contour cream or powder into skin. The unique shape fits every curve of your face, making blending foolproof.

Want the full shape-by-shape breakdown? To read the full blog, click here.