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TikTok loves contouring tips . The hashtag (#contour) brings up hundreds of thousands of videos showing how to get great cheekbones and a sculpted jawline. The techniques are varied: some use a rose quartz gua sha stone for lymphatic drainage, while others go for a skillfully applied gradual tan. But there is one beauty product that should never, ever, be used as a contouring tool, and that is sunscreen.
The concerning trend that has emerged on TikTok is to apply high sunscreen lotion sparingly and only to the high points of the face where you would apply a highlighter, and then expose yourself to the sun in the hopes of getting an effect. contour via tan lines where you haven't applied sunscreen.
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This type of contouring is not only misguided, but also very dangerous. "It is absolutely not a safe treatment." We know that direct UV exposure is the most important risk factor for the development of premature aging and skin cancer. We agree and advise not to be swayed by the trendy “outline” marketing. Remember that there is no such thing as a "healthy" tan. Tanning is a defense mechanism that kicks in when your DNA is damaged.
How to apply sunscreen? “Use a dab of product for the entire face.” “Start in the middle of the face and spread the sunscreen around the edge of the face, making sure to go all the way to the hairline. This is to make sure there are no missed areas. 'application every two hours or immediately after heavy sweating or swimming."
Contouring the body or abdominals with sunscreen - which you may have seen on your For You page - is also a no-go. “The general guidelines are to apply 30 grams of sunscreen to all exposed areas of skin on the face and body.” Apply your sunscreen correctly and generously, and stick with your makeup for contouring - your skin will thank you for it.