Youngblood Bronzer & Contour

Youngblood bronzer and contour in cream or powder, matte or with glow

Bronzer and contour give the face warmth and shape. With bronzer you add a sunny glow where the sun naturally hits, and with contour you place a soft shadow under the cheekbones and along the jawline. Together they make skin look healthy and bring out your features, even in the months without sun.

Youngblood has three lines you can use for this, and they differ in texture and finish. A cream stick works differently from a pressed powder, and a matte bronzer gives a different result from a bronzer with sheen. Below you can read which line suits your skin and the look you are after.

How do you choose the right bronzer or contour?

Start with what you want to achieve. If you are mainly after definition, choose a matte shade that gives a natural shadow; if you mainly want warmth and glow, a bronzer with sheen suits you better. Your skin type also plays a part: a cream texture melts nicely into drier skin and over liquid foundation, while a powder stays put on combination skin and over a powdered base. Finally, choose the shade according to the depth of your skin, so the warmth looks natural rather than orange or dull.

Which type of bronzer or contour suits you?

Pro Sculpt Crème Contour Stick: For anyone who wants contour and bronzer in one creamy stick. You swipe the stick straight onto the skin and blend it out with a brush or your fingertips, from soft warmth to a defined contour. The finish is luminous and soft-matte, and with 5 shades from Sun-Lit to Sun-Drenched there is a shade for fair to deep skin.

Defining Bronzer: A talc-free, ultra-soft powder with a matte finish, ideal if you work with a brush and have a powdered base. Because the finish is matte, you can use it for everyday warmth as well as for a soft contour. Choose Soleil, a soft natural brown, or Truffle, a rich chocolate brown.

Mineral Radiance: If you want warmth with sheen, this is the radiant choice. Sunshine is a mineral bronzer in soft terracotta, and Sundance combines four shades for blush, bronzer and highlight in one compact. Lovely for a sunny summer look or when you want to create a complete cheek look with one product.

Tips for the right choice

• Definition or warmth: for contour choose matte, for a sunny glow a little sheen is welcome
• Texture and base: cream over liquid foundation, powder over powdered skin; this helps you avoid patchiness
• Shade: for bronzing a shade just slightly warmer and deeper than your skin, for contour a shade a few shades deeper
• Building up: start with a little product and a tapped-off brush, and build in thin layers

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between bronzer and contour?

Bronzer adds warmth where the sun naturally hits, such as the cheekbones, temples and forehead. Contour places a shadow in the hollows under the cheekbones and along the jawline to create shape. A matte shade, such as the Defining Bronzer or the Pro Sculpt Stick, can do both.

Should I choose cream or powder?

Cream, such as the Pro Sculpt Stick, melts into the skin and suits drier or normal skin beautifully. Powder, such as the Defining Bronzer and Mineral Radiance, stays put on combination skin and over a powdered base. You can also combine them: cream first, then a thin layer of powder for extra staying power.

Which shade suits my skin?

On fair skin, soft shades such as Sun-Lit, Sun-Kissed or Soleil work well. On tanned to deep skin, Sun-Bathed, Sun-Basked, Sun-Drenched or Truffle give more depth. If you are unsure, send us a WhatsApp message with a photo in daylight.

Where do I apply bronzer and contour?

Apply bronzer where the sun hits: the top of the cheekbones, temples, forehead and bridge of the nose. Place contour in the hollows under the cheekbones, along the jawline and, if you like, along the sides of the nose. Always blend well so no harsh lines are visible.

How do I combine bronzer with highlighter?

Apply your bronzer or contour first, then place a highlighter on the high points of the face, just above the shadow. That contrast makes the cheekbones stand out even more. In the Youngblood Highlighter collection you will find cream and powder highlighters that pair beautifully with these.