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Home • Face

5 Random Things Bloggers Are Using to Contour

Stilettos, tape and so much more.
By Virginia Lowman · Updated October 27, 2020
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New Age Contouring

Rulers, tape, stilettos and more. Instagram beauty bloggers are proving to be the millennial Macgyver’s of the contouring game.

5 Random Things Bloggers Are Using to Contour
Instagram/HairMakeupByAnna
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Protractors

When it comes to contouring, beauty girl Anna G. is serious about her angles. Remember that old school tool you used in geometry class to create perfect 45-degree angles? Well, dust it off and try contouring with it; it serves as the perfect guide.

5 Random Things Bloggers Are Using to Contour
Instagram/HairMakeupByAnna
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Tape

If you don’t mind getting a little sticky, take a cue from Jony Sios tape contouring may help you chisel your cheeks.

5 Random Things Bloggers Are Using to Contour
Instagram/@Jonysios
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Stiletto

Don’t have a steady hand and can’t find your ruler? Multi-purpose your stiletto like SadiaSlayy and use them as a guide. 

5 Random Things Bloggers Are Using to Contour
Instagram/Sadiaslayy
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Chopsticks

Next time you’re getting take out, grab a few extra chopsticks, they’ll come in handy next time you chisel your face. Take a cue from CharmieJanee.

5 Random Things Bloggers Are Using to Contour
Instagram/@CharmieJanee
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Ruler

Instagram beauty queen, Huda Kattan set the beauty standard with ruler contouring. Sharp, chiseled cheeks? Check!

5 Random Things Bloggers Are Using to Contour
Instagram/HudaBeauty