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Let’s be real—nose contouring can seem intimidating. But you don’t need a full contour kit or bronzer stick to make it happen. All you need is a solid concealer and a few easy techniques. Laura Mercier’s Real Flawless Concealer is your new one-product-wonder for natural, sculpted definition.
This tutorial is for anyone who wants that snatched-but-subtle nose contour without the drama. Whether you’re getting ready for a 9AM meeting or a night out, this technique is low effort, high impact, and beginner-friendly.
Step 1: Prep Your Base
Start with your usual skincare and primer, then apply Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Foundation if you like a little more coverage. It gives that blurred, even-toned look and helps the concealer blend like a dream.
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Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Waterproof Foundation
Waterproof, long-wearing, medium buildable coverage with 12 hours of fade-proof wear.
Step 2: Add Your Contour (Deeper Shade)
Using your deeper Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Concealer shade, draw two soft lines down the sides of your nose with a detail brush. Start at the inner brows and stop right before the tip.
Want a lifted look? Add a small curve of darker concealer just under the tip of your nose.
Keep the lines close together if you want a more snatched vibe, spread them out a little for a softer contour.
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Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Serum Concealer
Buildable coverage, natural finish and long-lasting, waterproof and crease-proof wear.
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Secret Camouflage Brush
Precisely applies concealer to the most intimate areas of the face.
Step 3: Highlight the Center (Lighter Shade)
Take the lighter shade and add a thin line down the bridge of your nose. You can also dot a little on the tip to brighten and give your nose that lifted, button look.
Step 4: Blend It Out
Use a damp beauty blender to blend everything in. Tap lightly to diffuse the product and avoid harsh lines. Blend the contour out and downward, then soften the highlight just enough to melt into the skin without losing the brightness.
Take your time here—this step is what makes it look natural.
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Flawless Finish Makeup Sponge
Designed to hug the contours of the face for smooth, even application.
Step 5: Lock It In
Set your nose with Translucent Loose Setting Powder to keep everything in place. If you want that sharp definition, you can bake along the sides for a few minutes and dust it off. Totally optional, but great for long wear.
You Don’t Need a Contour Kit
With just one concealer (in two shades), you can level up your nose contour in under five minutes. No bronzer, no palette, no overthinking.