(Modern products that re-create the 1970s sculpted look)
1. Cool‑Tone Contour
(for the Cher cheekbone line)
Cher’s contour was shadow‑based, not bronzed. Use a cool‑tone contour to mimic natural depth.
Suggested modern equivalents:
- Fenty Match Stix in Amber
- Kevyn Aucoin Sculpting Powder in Medium
2. Satin Highlighter (not glittery)
1970s highlight was soft, creamy, and reflective — never sparkly.
Suggested modern equivalents:
- Laura Mercier Matte Radiance Baked Powder
- MAC Cream Colour Base in Pearl
3. Linear Nose Contour Brush
Cher’s nose contour was straight, sleek, and architectural.
Suggested modern equivalents:
- Make Up For Ever Double Ended Sculpting Brush – #158
- Sephora Collection PRO Contour Brush #79
4. Deep Crease Shadow (for the lifted eye)
Her contour worked with her eye shape — deepened crease, lifted liner.
Suggested modern equivalents:
- Anastasia Beverly Hills Soft Glam (shades: Dusty Rose, Mulberry)
- NARS Single Shadow in Bengali
5. Sculpting Foundation (for the satin finish)
Cher’s makeup was a matte finish, standard for studio lights and for photography, such as photo-shoots of the day, so her makeup artists opted for matte‑satin — never dewy, never flat.
Suggested modern equivalents:
- Estée Lauder Double Wear
- Shiseido Synchro Skin Radiant Lifting
- Makeup Forever HD Skin
6. Dramatic Lashes (to balance the contour)
Her contour always paired with bold lashes.
Suggested modern equivalents:
- Ardell Wispies
- Velour Lashes Minimalist
- Benefit BADgal Bang Mascara
I’m Stacey Hobbs, thanks for reading. Until next time!
do you feel fabulous today?
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