Makeup for a Diamond Face: Contour, Blush, Brows & Highlight Placement
For a diamond face, the goal is to soften prominent cheekbones and visually widen the forehead and jawline. Strategic makeup placement achieves this balanced look.
How to Contour a Diamond Face
Contour directly on the widest part of the cheekbones to reduce their prominence. Use a matte contour product and apply in a horizontal or slightly downward angle right on the outermost area of your cheekbones. Avoid contouring the jawline or forehead, as this can make them appear narrower.
Where to Place Highlight
Highlight the center of the forehead and along the jawline to add width and draw attention to these areas. Use a subtle, satin-finish highlighter. Apply to the middle of the forehead, just above the brows, and along the jawbone near the ears. You can also highlight the chin to soften its point.
Blush Placement for Diamond Faces
Apply blush slightly forward on the apples of the cheeks, not extending it outward toward the cheekbones. This placement helps bring fullness to the center of the face and minimizes the width of the cheekbones. Opt for soft, buildable shades like peach or rose for a natural flush.
Brow Shaping Tips
- Keep brows softly arched and avoid overly angular shapes.
- Extend the tail of the brow slightly outward to balance the width of the cheekbones.
- Filling in the inner brow can help add width to the forehead.
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How do I know if I have a diamond face shape?
A diamond face has a narrow forehead and jawline, widest at the cheekbones, and a pointed chin. Uploading a selfie to Makeup Check AI removes the guesswork.
Where should I avoid placing contour on a diamond face?
Avoid contouring the forehead and jawline. Focus contour only on the widest part of the cheekbones.
What blush shades work best for diamond faces?
Soft, natural shades like peach, rose, or mauve work well. Place blush on the apples of the cheeks for a balanced look.
How can I make my forehead look wider with makeup?
Apply highlighter to the center of the forehead and fill in the inner brows to visually widen this area.
Can Makeup Check AI help with more than face shape?
Yes, it also detects your eye shape, skin undertone, and facial features to give you personalized makeup tips.