Not so long ago – before the days of Kardashian contouring – bronzing powder was something we packed-on over our entire face hoping we’d end up looking like Rihanna in her S.O.S. film clip.

Instead, we’d wind-up looking like we needed a good wash, or worse, like our head could substitute a disco ball with its shimmering shade of terracotta.

We later learned that when it comes to bronzer, it’s all in the application. Placement is key, and you should use it in more ways than one.

Basically, bronzer is like the gift that keeps on giving, if you know how to use it properly… And we’re here to show you exactly that.

Click through to see how to work your bronzer like a pro – 4 ways, 1 powder.

By Carmen Hamilton.

Let’s start with the obvious for the sake of keeping things simple.

Dust your bronzer along the hollows of your cheeks (not on your cheeks) to enhance your cheekbones.

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Using a flat eyeshadow brush, outline your eyes with bronzer by applying it to the top and lower lash lines.

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Dust over your lips with bronzer to tie it all together.

Tip: adding a touch of highlighter to the cupid’s bow afterwards will make your lips look fuller.

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Don’t stop the contouring at the jawline. Use bronzer and a large powder brush to enhance your décolletage.

It’s cheaper than surgery, and it won’t slide south with age.

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Bronzed-up beauty.

Rihanna eat your heart out.

you're done!

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