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Strobing | The "anti-contouring"

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Hello everyone! For those who don't like contouring and those who never quite figured out how to contour, meet " strobing".   B asically strobing is an  "anti-contouring" technique .   Strobing uses highlighter to bring out your features and helps you achieve a dewy and neutral look.  This technique  uses light to shape your face rather than contouring which primarily uses shadows.   Typically we pair highlighting with contouring but highlight is quite beautiful on its own, especially in the summer months.  How to get the look: With strobing, you simply apply a generous amount of highlighter in the inner corners of your eyes, under your brow bones, the tops of your cheekbones, your temples, your Cupid�s bow, the bridge of your nose and anywhere the light naturally hits your face and then blend .  The key is to find a liquid or powder highlighter that compliments your skin tone. Do you prefer strobing over highlighting and counturing? ...

Nine unbelievably simple steps to perfect make-up

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Hello everyone! I came across an amazing infographic that I absolutely has to share with you!  This infographic offers great tips on how to create perfect eyebrows ; how to properly highlight and contour ; how to choose the proper blush ; how to properly apply  eye-shadow  and  eyeliner and much more !   Check it out: source: visual.ly So, what is the one make-up product you won�t go without?  Personally, I have to have mascara and a brow product; be it pencil, powder or brow gel!  Share your must-haves in the comments section below. Have a fabulous day! Related post: Quiz: What's your face shape? The best eyebrows for your face