If you’re a makeup lover, you’ll agree with me that purchasing makeup items regularly can sometimes leave a dent in your pocket, especially if you’re one to buy every new makeup item on the block.
This can be a huge problem because it’ll only result in a never-ending cycle of expenses.
Makeup is one beauty procedure that’s not going away anytime soon; new makeup trends and items are added to the beauty industry every now and then.
To stay updated, the best you can do is adapt to any new trend. Well, you also have the option of quitting makeup, but nope, I would not recommend it.
There are various makeup steps depending on the look you want; it could be mild or a complete makeover.
One of the most popular makeover steps is contouring. Contouring is more or less the core of makeovers; it gives your face a sharper and chiseled look.
Now you’ll need a contour palette to do this, meaning extra money to be spent.
What if I told you there’s a way to cut down on expenses and still keep up with the latest makeup trend? With this method I’m about to share with you, you can save costs and still be up-to-date with makeup trends. Cool right?
Let me introduce you to the double agents in your makeup bag; Lipstick, brow pencils, concealer and eyeshadow. These makeup items can serve in more ways than one.
Lipsticks
Other than using your lipstick to beautify your lips as it was initially created for, you can also use your lipstick as blush.
Brow pencils
Your brow pencils can also serve as the perfect lip liner, so you don’t have to worry about getting them separately.
Eyeshadows
Your eyeshadow palette is yet another double agent that would help you save money. Matte eyeshadow can be used as eyeliner and contour. So to answer the question, can you contour with eyeshadow? The answer is yes!
How To Contour With Eyeshadow
- First, select a color that suits your skin. If you’re a light-skinned woman, choose a cool natural shade of brown. If you have a darker skin tone, go for a deeper brown shade.
- Make sure you’re using matte eyeshadow and not the shiny ones.
- Using your contour brush, apply the selected color directly under your cheekbones. This would give your face a more chiseled look which is the whole point of contouring.
- Ensure you blend it in correctly so it looks as natural as possible.
Other Uses of Eyeshadow
Eyeshadow as Bronzer
Your bronzer can also be replaced with eyeshadow. Unlike contouring, where you have to use matte eyeshadow, use the shiny eyeshadow palette instead.
Select a color that matches your skin tone. Using an angular brush, apply lightly on your cheekbones and blend it in properly.
Eyeshadow as Eyeliner
I bet you didn’t know that eyeshadow can also be used as eyeliner. Make use of a damp pointed brush, dip into a dark eyeshadow and apply above your eyelid as close to your lash line as possible.
If you’re a fan of eyeliner on your lower lids, select any color and follow the same procedure.
Eyeshadow as Blush
Eyeshadow can also be used as a blush. If you want to add a tint of color to your cheeks, eyeshadow can do the trick. Using a makeup brush, select the blush color from your eyeshadow palette and apply it faintly to your cheeks. Don’t forget to blend in correctly.
Eyeshadow as Brow Enhancer
Out of brow gel or pencil? Your eyeshadow has got you covered! Using a stiff angle brush, fill out your brows with a brown shade of eyeshadow. Using eyeshadow as a brow enhancer makes your brows look more natural.
Eyeshadow as Concealer/Corrector
If you pay enough attention to your concealer kit, you’ll notice that all the colors there can also be found in your eyeshadow kit.
If you are out of corrector or concealer, your eyeshadow palette is there to save the day.
Eyeshadow as Highlighter
The versatility of the eyeshadow palette has once again been proven in using eyeshadow as a highlighter.
This depends on the type of eyeshadow, though. Avoid those shiny ones; go for matte eyeshadows instead.
Conclusion
In summary, Yes! You can contour with eyeshadow.
With the additional hacks listed above, you can easily save a lot of money while still maintaining beauty!