1. The role is different
The main function of contouring is to modify the contours of the face and make the facial features more three-dimensional.
The main function of the highlight is to make the highlight look like a surface, obvious effect, and brighten the whole makeup.
2. The use of different parts
Contouring is mainly used on sunken areas of the face such as the sides of the nose bridge, the sides of the forehead, and the lower cheekbones. Dark contours can be applied to the forehead at the junction with the hairline, as well as on the corners of the jaw bone and masticatory muscles.
Highlighters are mainly used on the forehead, bridge of the nose, cheekbones, brow bones, etc., as well as on the chin.
3. Different commonly used colors
Brown or brown is the main color for contouring, but there are also pink and orange colors for warm contouring.
The highlights are generally white pink, or highlighter pink, and the shadows are generally brown or earthy yellow, brown.
4. Different methods of use
When contouring, brush the contouring powder on the highest part of the cheekbones, push it evenly away, and then take a darker contour powder to cover the same position.
When applying highlights and shadows, use the paint to overdo it with the skin tone, not to form a piece.