Christina Coleman: Clinique Chubby Stick Sculpting Contour

Winter is coming, and my skin is definitely feeling it. The drop in temperatures and dryness of the air have prompted me to reach for more cream products over powder. I didn't have a cream bronzer/contour product in my collection, and I decided to purchase Clinique's Chubby Stick Sculpting Contour to fulfill this need. I have enjoyed most of the products I have tried from Clinique, and at $22, it was more reasonably priced than comparable products from other high-end brands. I also had a coupon to Sephora, so I thought this would be the perfect time to make the purchase.

Technique
The chubby stick is really easy to use. All I do is draw it on my cheekbones, temples, and jawline, then I blend it out with my Real Techniques Contour Brush. I don't think you can buy this brush separately, but it comes in this set.

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Pros
*It's very easy to use, and I would even call it beginner friendly. If cream contouring is new to you, this is a good product to start with.
*Size: It's not too skinny, which means it will apply a less sharp and more natural looking contour. If you do want a sharper contour, though, the option is available to you by holding it more parallel to your face and drawing with the side of the stick to create a thinner line rather than holding it perpendicular to your face and drawing with the tip.
*Color: I have had a hard time with contouring products that are too cool/grey toned. This is a neutral shade that has some warmth to it, which really flatters my skin tone. Because it's warmer, it's going to give both a bronzed and contoured look.
*It only comes in one color, so you can order it online blindly without worrying about choosing the right shade.
*Packaging: I love the retractable packaging. The stick twists up, and you never have to worry about sharpening it.
*Consistency: It's the perfect cream consistency and blends like a dream.

Cons
*Color goes in both the pros and cons because while it's great that you don't have to agonize over picking the right shade, if it doesn't look good on you, there's no other option in the line. However, it is meant to be a universal shade, and I think it would work on most people.

Verdict
With only one con, I think it's safe to say this product is a huge hit for me. If you're looking for a cream contour or bronzer, I would highly recommend checking this out.