These Contouring Palettes Will Help You Sculpt Your Face Like a Kardashian
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Did you know that the contouring technique you've heard so much about — and probably used at least once or twice — originated as a drag artist makeup trick, and it's actually been around for years? The hack has become completely mainstream these days, (in part thanks to Kim Kardashain), and honestly, you'd be hard-pressed to find a professional makeup artist or even a makeup newbie who doesn't use the technique. Whether you're just learning about it for the first time or you're a seasoned pro, there are plenty of contouring makeup kits from some of your favorite beauty brands that will help you chisel out your jawline, highlight your cheekbones, and bring your best face forward, no matter the occasion.
However, since there are tons of contouring products available, it can be difficult to figure out which one is the best option for you. Fortunately, POPSUGAR editors have tried out dozens to determine which are the very best around. Whether you are a master at the technique or just want to dip a toe in slowly, these are the best products on the market that will help you get the job done with ease.
Ahead, check out the best contouring makeup kits.
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Best Matte Contour Palette
Sephora Collection Contour Face Palette ($20)
The matte powders inside the Sephora Collection Contour Face Palette will give you a natural-looking finish with their softly pigmented shades. Each shade is buildable, so you won't have to worry about applying too much.
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Best Glowy Contour Palette
Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow Contour Duo ($68)
The pearly pigments inside the Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow Contour Duo will subtly sculpt your face and give you a luminous glow.
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Best Refillable Contour Palette
Kat Von D Shade + Light Face Contour Refillable Palette ($53)
We love that you can repurchase any hue of the Kat Von D Shade + Light Face Contour Refillable Palette when you've hit the pan and simply pop in a new one. The collection of matte shades is a blogger favorite for getting a sculpted look.
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Best Budget-Friendly Contour Palette
To look snatched on a budget, try the E.l.f. Contour Palette. It has three matte colors and one shimmery powder to highlight with.
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Best Drugstore Contour Palette
Maybelline Facestudio Master Contour Face Contouring Kit ($10)
For a quick makeup routine, try the Maybelline Facestudio Master Contour Face Contouring Kit. Create a contour by sweeping your brush in a 3-shape starting at your temples and down along your jawbone. Then apply the blush to the apples of your cheeks and the highlighter along your cheekbones.
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Best Cream Contour Kit
Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Cream Contour Duo ($90)
If you love cream-based products, the Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Cream Contour Duo is going to be your new best friend. It's a favorite among celebrities like Hailey Bieber, and for good reason. It's long-lasting and gives you the perfect sculpt.
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Best Multitasking Contour Kit
Danessa Myricks Beauty
Groundwork: Defining Neutrals - Palette For Eyes, Brows, Face & Lips ($65)
The Danessa Myricks Beauty Groundwork: Defining Neutrals - Palette For Eyes, Brows, Face & Lips honestly does it all. It can be used all over the entire face, which means it's essentially a one and done product. If you like to pack light, snag this kit while it's still in stock.
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Best Underpainting Contour Kit
Make Up For Ever HD Skin Cream Contour and Highlight Sculpting Palette ($85)
We love the creamy texture of the Make Up For Ever HD Skin Cream Contour and Highlight Sculpting Palette. It's our favorite pick for underpainting because the formula wears extremely well under base makeup.
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Best Warm Contour Palette
Beauty Bakerie Coffee & Cocoa Bronzer Palette ($38)
Deeper complexions will enjoy the shades in the Beauty Bakerie Coffee & Cocoa Bronzer Palette, which can also be used as blushes and highlighters depending on your skin tone.
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Best Shade Range Contour Palette
NYX Professional Makeup Highlight & Contour Pro Palette ($25)
The powders within the NYX Professional Makeup Highlight & Contour Pro Palette come with enough of a shade range to contour yourself and your friends.
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