A while back, I was sent the Youngblood Contour Palette to try out. I had never tried anything from Youngblood (which is a mineral cosmetics company) before and with my recent “learn how to contour” obsession, I was totally open to giving this contour palette a trial run and review.
This palette retails for $47 and is said to work for all skin tones. I’m not sure how accurate that is, because I don’t see these shades showing up well on skin that’s even a little bit darker than mine, but hey, I could be wrong! With that being said, I do think it’s a good option for my fellow fair skinned folk who don’t want to get too far out of the comfort zone with contouring.
I’m sure you can see where my hesitation as far as working for darker skin tones comes in with the swatches above. All three highlight shades just barely show up on my skin. I wouldn’t use these for the more “in your face” cheekbone, nose and cupid’s bow highlight that I like, however they are great for setting my concealer under my eyes and adding a little extra brightness to my forehead and chin area.
As for contouring, the shades in this kit are a bit too warm to imitate a shadow, which is what I aim for with a true contour, however they work perfectly as a more natural, bronzey contour when I’m not trying to go all out with “carving” my cheekbones or jawline. Just in general, they are great bronzer colors for my fair skin. They also blend out super nicely, so you don’t end up with contour gone wrong!
Overall, I would recommend this for fair skinned ladies who want to ease their way into contouring and are not looking for a super defined, shadowy looking contour. I’d say this palette is much more suited for someone who just wants to add a bit of warmth and brightness to the face.
Are you into contouring?
Zoë says
not quite what i would expect in a contour palette but at the same time, like you said, would be great for a natural bronze and highlight look, especially for really fair skin, i know sometimes it’s hard to find shades that work! the packaging is really cool too.
Chelsea says
Yes, super hard to find contour palette that aren’t too dark or warm for fair skin! I do love the packaging, very classy ;)
Lindsey Elyse says
I’ve been so afraid of contouring, but I agree. These colours look like they play it safe for fair-skinned people. I love the packaging, but part of me wishes it had a mirror too!
I don’t know how much use this would be in the summer either, especially if you tan really well- it just might not show up!
Chelsea says
A mirror would be a good addition, agreed! I barely tan.. I just get more freckles, haha, so I’ll still be able to use this come summer, thankfully!
Eithne @ Tea & Nail Polish says
Being really fair, this appeals to me as many of the ones for more of a shadow are too dark and don’t look natural on me
KatyRose says
I have a friend who swears by these products and I’ve been meaning to try the contouring palette for awhile. Good to know you’d recommend it too. – Katy
Jessica Birgeneau says
It’s nice to see a palette for people who are pastey as hell like me :)
Allison Jones says
That looks like an awesome contouring set for those of us who have no idea how to go about it. I wonder if it comes in darker tones!
LiveLifeWell,
Allison
Jess says
The packaging is lovely! I have to agree that the shades don’t look quite what I’d be looking for with a contour, though, which is a shame!
Jess xo
Kim says
This looks like a great palette and I’ve never heard of the brand! I think I agree though, I’m slightly olive toned and I don’t think this would work for me at all! The shades are gorgeous though and it looks like good quality! Great review! XO -Kim
Jen says
Wow the shades look warmer on you than me. I’m also very pale, but I have yellow undertones. I use the middle shade daily to contour (and sometimes the darker shade for nighttime). I agree – they could use some darker shades for darker skin tones, and a little bird told me they’re coming out with darker ones soon! :)