How To Contour & Highlight With Creams And Powders

March 13, 2013

Kouturekiss - Contour And Highlight With Cream and Powder

With contouring, you can sculpt your face into whatever shape you like. To add shadows or depth, we’re going to use darker powders or creams. Usually, the key places to contour are the hollows of the cheeks (You can find these by sucking your cheeks in like a fishy face), the temples, and the jawline. However, you can pretty much contour wherever you’d like! (Even your nose or eyes – it will help add dimension to your face if it’s looking a bit flat.) When contouring it’s best to use matte products (without shimmer), because this will be more natural looking. (more…)

The Reverse French Braid

February 13, 2013

Kouturekiss -The Reverse French Braid

Although classic styles are a reliable go-to, every tradition needs a stylish update. A great example is the reverse french braid. While the classic french braid holds it’s own, this fun and quirky braid is a great version! See the steps below!

  1. Start as you normally would with a french braid by taking a section of hair and dividing it into 3 strands.
  2. As a second step, rather than placing the pieces over each other like a classic french braid, place them under each other. This is what will give your finished braid the ‘reverse’ look. (more…)

The Double Braided Headband

January 5, 2013

Kouturekiss - The Double Braided Headband

The double braided headband is a simple hairstyle thats cute and easy to do. It also works well with almost any hair lengths and textures, so it can be worn any time! Follow the steps below to master this low maintenance style! (more…)

The Fancy Side Ponytail

December 27, 2012

It’s no surprise that the ponytail is one of the top favorite hair styles out there. It’s perfect for a lazy or bad hair day especially if your in a bind for time. Although the traditional style is quick and simple to do, even switching it up with a low or side ponytail, it’s easy to see why it can be a little on the boring side. Well the days of the average, everyday ponytail are over! With less than five steps and in under five minutes, you can be on your way to pulling off possibly the most unique version of the ponytail there is. Read below to get started on this fancy side ponytail!

Steps 1 + 2- Once hair is brushed, pull all of your hair over your shoulder (which shoulder you choose is up to you!). (more…)