If you weren’t born with the bone structure of Keira Knightley, Cara Delevingne or Giselle Bundchen, don’t worry about it. Achieving your ideal chiselled look with precession even if you’re a beginner is possible thanks contour sticks.
Usually in the state of a solidified cream stick, just swipe them like you would with a concealer over areas such as the forehead, cheekbones, nose and jaw to get a sculpted slimmer face.
Here are the best contour sticks you can start with!
Maybe you’re born with it or maybe it’s Maybelline; others can’t tell, only you know it. Maybelline’s duo contour stick is well-loved for providing both a contour and highlighter to save you some monies.
Aside meant to create a v-shaped jaw, highlight and contour your cheekbones to achieve that Angelina Jolie look. The slim stick also means not over-applying the product if you tend to be heavy handed.
With three colours to choose from (original, intense and natural), create any look you want with a beautiful powder finish once you’re done blending them onto your skin. This contour duo stick by Etude has a 24-degree diagonal cut for easier application which comes in handy for when you’re in a hurry. Get your contour done in less than 5 minutes!
A great reason to have this stick is that it’s paraben, sulfate, and gluten free; avoiding harsh chemicals off your sensitive face. The stick features a beautiful taupe brownish colour which blends amazingly onto warm and cool skin tones.
Very easy to use, the contour stick does not only look natural on the skin, but is also easily blend-able into the rest of your makeup.
This is hands down, one of the best contour sticks you can get in Malaysia. It has a powder finish that’s achieved with a dome shape tip to ensure smooth and effortless application every time.
Tips on getting a smaller nose: use the contour stick on both side of nose bridge and nostril, and blend with your brush or beauty blender.
If you’re having a hard time picking up the right shade for your fair skin, look to 3CE’s Duo Contour Stick right away. With this small contour stick, you can sculpt and highlight on-the-go. the formula glides easily on the skin making it almost effortless for beginners to use. Light yet buildable, there’s no need to worry about messing up your contour!
Fenty Beauty is a cruelty-free makeup brand by singer Rihanna, and the brand is known for offering universal shades for all skin types. Those with darker skins can choose from a variety of shades such as suede, amber, mocha, truffle and espresso Match Stix Matte Skinstick.
This contour stick is not only longwear and super easy to blend, but also feels weightless on the skin and is buildable without looking cakey.
Finding a product that is suitable for sensitive skin is difficult but fret not; the Silkygirl Photosharp stick contains Chamomile Essential Oil Extract that cares for sensitive skin. Without fragrance and paraben, it’s safe to be used on sensitive Asian skin while rocking a good colour!
This contour stick has a medium to full strength, and it’s easy for beginners to use as it glides on the skin very easily. If you like it a little sheer or soft, just blend it out to achieve that effect. Sculpt and define your face whether you’re going for a dramatic or natural look.
Want a cheaper alternative to Kim Kardashian West Beauty Contour Kits? Get this contour stick by Rimmel instead. The Rimmel contour stick is double-ended with a highlighter and a contour shade in the choice of light, medium or dark. It has a creamy texture and is quite pigmented; one swipe is enough to get that sculpted look.