If tanning and conturing had a baby, that’s exactly what a tantour would be! Yes, tantour is officially a word—and we’re breaking it down for you.

What is it?

Tantouring is the new, semi-permanent way to achieve contour by using a self tanner. While contouring lets you obtain a flawlessly, chiseled land sculpted look, it’s duration is limited. That’s when some beauty geniuses of the world discovered that using a contouring technique—involving a self-tanner, one can semi-permanently bring dimension to the face!

Such a win, right?

How to get the look?

  1. Use a contour brush and apply tiny amounts of the tanning solution to the places where you’d normally draw out the contour lines.
  2. Use a beauty blender or a brush to blend the lines well.
  3. If the tan doesn’t appear instantly wait for a good  two or three hours before re applying the tanner.

What you need:

Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel

Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel

Clinique Sun Kissed Face

Clinique Sun Kissed Face

James Read Bronzing Mousse

James Read Bronzing Mousse

Nars Monoi Body Glow

Nars Monoi Body Glow

St Tropez Tanning Essentials Self Tan Luxe Dry Oil

St Tropez Tanning Essentials Self Tan Luxe Dry Oil

So, will you be tantouring soon? Let us know what you think in the comments below!