How should corrective make-up be applied to a square-shaped face?

For a square-shaped face, the goal of corrective makeup application is to soften the strong angles and create a more balanced appearance. The correct choice emphasizes shading the sides of the forehead and the angles of the jaw while highlighting the outer part of the cheekbone.

By shading the sides of the forehead, you reduce the width of the forehead, which can often appear more prominent in square-shaped faces. Similarly, applying shadow to the angles of the jaw can soften the boxy appearance of the jawline, helping to create a more oval or rounded look, which is generally considered more harmonious in proportion. Highlighting the outer part of the cheekbone draws attention to the cheeks, adding lift and dimension while diverting focus from the square angles.

The other options do not effectively address the unique features of a square-shaped face. For example, shading the entire face with a single color would not create the necessary dimension or balance, as it overlooks the importance of contouring specific areas. Applying blush only to the cheeks does not take into account the need for shading on the forehead and jawline, which are critical for correcting the shape. Highlighting just the chin and nose area would also fail to address the broader contouring needed for a square face, leaving the strong