Specifically, the unconventional makeup method helps create a look that appears more natural, blended, and glowy.

Ready to incorporate underpainting into your routine?

Ahead, two professional makeup artists explain the underpainting process step by step.

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Meet the Experts

What Is Underpainting?

When underpainting, you apply contour, concealer, and blushbeforefoundation.

“The underpainting technique is used to build dimension from underneath,” Duyos explains.

model applying cream to skin

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Beyond that, it undoubtedly helps enhance the finish of your makeup.

Clark echoes these sentiments, “Underpainting helps to create a smooth contour and undetectable highlight.

Duyos recommends usingcream formulasfor underpainting.

Model is applying concealer to the under eye area

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Start Contouring

After the concealer, I moved on tocontour.

“ensure you have a separate brush for each step so it doesn’t get muddy.

Use Concealer to Highlight

Once I blended my contour, I moved on to highlighting.

model showing contour applied to cheekbones, forehead, nose and jawline

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I blended everything using the sponge side of the Real Techniques Miracle 2-In-1 Dual-Sided Powder Puff.

I blended the foundation in a circular motion on my skin until it looked seamless.

I then blended it out and upward to create a lifted effect.

model blending highlight around the eye, nose, forehead and brow area

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I added Tata Harper Lip Creme in Risque for a soft lip with a touch of color.

As mentioned, the technique is more efficient as it requires less product.

Plus, it helps your makeup appear more natural, diffused, and radiant.

model showing foundation on the forehead, cheek, and chin area

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model applying loose powder under the eyes and blending it out with a dual sided orange and pink sponge

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model showing cream blush being blended to the apples of the cheeks

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model showing complete makeup look with mascara, eyebrows and lipcolor

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