contouring

[ kon-toor-ing ]

noun

1. a makeup application style in which foundation and bronzer are used to create definition along the natural bone structure of the face.

Word History and Origins

Origin of contouring¹

First recorded in 1870–75, for an earlier sense; contour ( def ) + -ing ¹( def )

Example Sentences

Queer fashion designers, stylists and makeup artists — including contouring drag queens — are responsible for much of what Americans see in movies, magazines and the mirror.

From Los Angeles Times

In a follow-up article in November, the society said that because of the injectable drugs, the well-established link between “weight loss and body contouring is becoming ever more connected.”

From Seattle Times

Later in her statement, Moriarty made no mention of cosmetic surgery and clarified for fans that the makeup in her selfie involved “major contouring.”

From Los Angeles Times

“The Hunger Games” alum credited Jenner with bringing “contouring lips into the mainstream” and learned that Jenner taught herself the shading technique.

From Los Angeles Times

Then, as a tool was pressed against her skin, she added that the process was “like lifting and contouring.”

From Los Angeles Times