6 Drugstore Contour Kits That Makeup Pros Really Use

Makeup pro Nicole Walmsley's's drugstore fave includes a highlighter, contour, and bronzer. "The subtle colors blend easily for a natural look making it a great product for makeup novices and professionals alike," she says. "The palette comes in Light, Medium, and Dark and was created by makeup artist Pat McGrath, so you know it's got to be good!"

Covergirl's TruBlend Contour Palette, $11.99; ultra.com

Makeup artist Monika Blunder, whose clients include Amanda Seyfried, Chelsea Handler, and Molly Sims, relies on this trio to get her clients red carpet ready. "This powder trio palette contains a cream  shade to highlight, cool toned medium contour shade, and a bronze shade to add warmth and a sun-kissed glow to the skin. I love that all the shades are matte."

Physicians Formula Bronze Booster Highlight + Contour Palette, $14.99; ulta.com

Andréa Tiller, whose clients include Amy Schumer and Olivia Culpo, swears by Maybelline's multi-purpose trio. "I like it because they blend beautifully and the colors can be used as contour or as bronzer. The highlight isn't overly shimmery, and the blush is great too," she says.

Maybelline New York Face Studio Master Contour, $12.99; ulta.com

"This quad is filled with contour and highlight shades that are both cream and powder texture and easy to blend.  All the shades are sheer, which makes application fool-proof," says makeup artist Vanessa Scali, whose clients include Anna Kendrick and Christina Hendricks.

E.L.F, $6; ulta.com

Makeup artist Jamie Greenberg preps Kristen Stewart, Kaley Cucoco, and Rashida Jones with this universally flattering blush, contour, and highlighter palette. "The packaging is light and and it's easy to use. It's under $7 and it looks as good as the Prestige stuff!"

Rimmel Kate Sculpting Cosmetic Set, $6.49; target.com

"I love cream formulas and this contour is no exception. This duo offers lightweight, buildable color to shape and highlight the face, enhancing the bone structure while adding a touch or shimmer for a gentle glow," says Scali.

Nuance Salma Hayek Flawless Finish Contour & Illuminate Duo, $12.99; cvs.com