Tips and Beauty Advice on a Slimmer Face

Applying bronzer or neutral toned blush to the hollows of your cheeks can slim your face.

When it comes to face shape, most women long for an oval silhouette, because it has an slim look that is considered ideal. For those with a round shape, finding a way to make their face appear slimmer and more oval can be a real challenge. Fortunately, there are several beauty tricks that can help make your face appear slimmer and elongated without having to go under a surgeon's knife.

Dust on Bronzer

Contouring is one of the easiest ways to make your face look slimmer. If you already have bronzer in your makeup bag, the product can do double duty for contouring when paired with an angled blush or powder brush. Sweep the bronzer across the hollows of your cheeks, which are located just below your cheekbones. Sucking in your cheeks can help identify this area if you are unsure where to place the color. For a more natural look, blend the bronzer back toward your hairline. You can also contour at your temples, down the sides of your nose and along your jaw line to give your face a slimmer overall look. If bronzer is too dark or orange for your skin tone, use a dark, neutral shade of blush or face powder to contour.

Try Two Tones of Foundation

For a more subtle, natural contoured look, two shades of foundation can do the trick. Choose one tone that is slightly darker than your skin tone and one tone that is slightly lighter. Apply the darker foundation along the outer portions of your face where you have more fullness, such as the temples and jaw line. You may also apply the darker foundation in the hollows of your cheeks, taking care to blend the product well. Use the lighter foundation over the center of your face, including your forehead, nose, apples of the cheeks and chin. Typically, a sponge works best to apply foundation for this technique. This type of contouring highlights the center of your face so attention is drawn there, while the dark foundation along the edges makes the fuller portions of your face recede to give it a slimmer look.

Get the Right Haircut

The right haircut can instantly shed pounds from your face, while a poor cut can emphasize fullness. In general, longer styles are better choice when trying to slim your face because they elongate its look. Adding layers can also help camouflage a full face, but aim for layers that end above and below the chin, not directly at the chin. If your hair is fine or thin, consider clip-in hair extensions to make it appear thicker so it balances out the fullness in your face. Curls and waves are another way to add volume to your hair and make your face appear slimmer. In addition, avoid pulling your hair back from your face because it only emphasizes any fullness that you might be trying to disguise.

Emphasize Your Eyes or Lips

Drawing attention away from areas of your face that may be fuller can give it a slimmer look as well. Try emphasizing your eyes by grooming your eyebrows and making your lashes stand out. A generous coat of mascara can do the trick or add false lashes for more drama. Eyeliner can help your lashes appear thicker as well, so go for a black, dark brown or gray shade along the lash line. If you are feeling bold, go for dramatic smoky eye shadow look in black, gray or navy. For a more natural look, use neutral shades like brown, gold and tan. If you prefer a simpler look for your eye makeup, play up your lips. A bold red or berry color can instantly brighten your face and make it appear slimmer.

References

• Become Gorgeous: Makeup Tips to Slim Your Face
• Diva Village: Slim Your Face with Makeup
• Perfect Locks: Hairstyles That Make Your Face Look Slimmer