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Sculpt and chisel without harsh lines.
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These light to deep brown products can do more than carve out your cheeks andnose.
The fair to deep shade options work for most skin tones to conceal and contour.
But the real beauty of this palette is its blendability.
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Whether you apply them with your fingertips or a brush, the colors diffuse evenlykey for convincing definition.
Yet, the creams may smudge on oily skin due to how easily they blend.
It also contains a full-sized mirror to ensure you might sculpt all your best angles.
Best Budget
e.l.f.
(It comes in options for light, medium, and dark skin.)
The formula is creamy yet oil-freea major win for those withacne-prone skinand is beautifully blendable.
Fun fact: This palette was designed by makeup industry legendPat McGrath, so youknowits going to be good.
The inside includes one contouring and one highlighting color, each selected to pair precisely with the other.
Plus, the compact is chic and sleek, making it great for on-the-go touch-ups.
Both formulas are creamy and blendable, melting into the skin to create a radiant finish.
Best for Concealing
NYX Professional Makeup Conceal.
With four shade combinations, you’ve got the option to easily find a good match.
We only wish this compact came with more product.
AKA, you really cant goof up.
Note that it’s best to apply these shades with a brush.
Is contour stick or palette better?
Palettes also have more color options than sticks.
Like most things with makeup, it boils down to personal preference.
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Sotomayor likes combining both formulas, using powder to set cream contour for longer wear time.
Makeup artist, beauty journalist, and Byrdie contributorClare Holdenloves a no-makeup makeup look.
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