Ready to master the art of contouring? The final result is only as good as the products that go into creating a flawless face, so it’s important that you’re only using the best of the best. Kim Kardashian cheekbones don’t come easy after all.

You could opt to buy several individual products to pull off a perfectly contoured face, but why would you when there are so many amazing contour palettes available these days? These revolutionary makeup palettes not only come complete with the perfect shades for highlighting, but also for sculpting and contouring everything from your cheekbones to your jawline. The best contour palettes also come equipped with an easy-to-follow instructional on how to contour like a pro.

When shopping for a contouring palette, it’s important to consider a few key details. Will the shades included work with my natural skin tone? Is a cream or powder formulation best for my skin type? Does the contour palette come with the right application tools and brushes or will I need to buy those separately? How often do I plan to use the palette? The answers to these questions will help you narrow down the best contouring palette for your needs.

Once you’ve settled on the perfect contour palette for you, then comes the fun part–actually using it! Before you jump in with both feet, however, here are a few expert tips to contouring like a professional makeup artist:

1. Highlight first. Use the highlighter to brighten/enhance all the areas you want to draw attention to.

2. Contour the hollows. One easy trick to finding the hollows of your face is to suck in your cheeks and start contouring in the shadows.

3. Start at your hairline. It’s always easier to correct mistakes at your hairline then on your cheekbones or jawline.