Add a small dot at the very tip of your nose to give it a slight upturn. It’s OK if the lines aren’t 100% straight or even since you’ll be blending them in later.

If you’re concerned about the concealer staying in place, go over it with a setting powder in the same shade before the next step.

Add a thin, subtle line going across the bottom of your nose so the end result doesn’t look too long. [8] X Research source The closer the lines are, the slimmer your nose will look. Make sure to leave some space between them for a natural look. The distance between the lines depends on your nose and face shape. It may take a few tries to learn to contour your nose in a way you love.

Blend all the way up to the underside of your eyebrows for a natural look. This is where shadows naturally fall on your face. [10] X Research source

Not everyone adds highlighter at the end. If you’re happy with the result after you blend the contour lines, skip it. [13] X Research source

Finish by setting your nose with a translucent setting powder.

If your brows are naturally far apart, fill in the area with an eyebrow pencil. Draw the line slightly inward on the inside of each brow.

Contour your cheeks with matte contouring cream. Suck your cheeks in, then blend the cream into the hollows of your cheeks. Blend blush just above the shadow, then a bit of highlighter above the blush. Combine these effects with nose contouring to make your nose look smaller and let your best features pop. [18] X Research source

Center your face and keep your chin and forehead equidistant from the camera. Objects near the edge of the photo will appear the most distorted. Be kind to yourself when you look at your pictures. Photos don’t always show what you really look like, and everyone takes a bad photo now and then!

This exercise is said to slim and strengthen the muscles around the nose and reduce fine lines.

Do this for about 10 seconds, a few times a day.

In addition to slimming your nose, this massage can also provide migraine relief.

Repeat this exercise 5-10 times per day. This exercise works out the nasalis muscles, which tend to get weaker and stretched out as we age.

Repeat the exercise in reverse, inhaling through your right nostril and exhaling through the left. This breathing exercise is also great for oxygenating your brain and clearing your mind.

This exercise strengthens and tones the muscles on the sides of your nose.

There aren’t bad side effects to nose exercises—some can get rid of smile lines, and breathing exercises are helpful for relaxation and energizing your brain. There hasn’t been much research done on nose exercises, so it’s possible you might see very subtle results after a long period of consistent dedication.

If you’re uncertain about the permanence of rhinoplasty, try fillers first to see how other modifications to your nose look. Remember that fillers only last about 6 months, so you’ll have to schedule followup appointments consistently. Make sure to see a licensed doctor or practitioner for the best results.

Make sure you’re eligible—you and your nose must be fully grown, you can’t smoke, and you need to be in good physical health. Rhinoplasty is the only way to effectively and permanently reshape your nose. Make sure that it is something you truly want before requesting the procedure. Patients leave the facility the same day and see results when they remove their nose splint after a week or two. Full recovery might take up to 1 year.

Lower your dietary sodium to make the swelling go away faster. Do not use ice packs or compresses on your nose. You may feel very congested afterwards, and bruising and swelling can extend as far as your eyes. Most of the immediate bruising and pain will go away after about 4 weeks, but some minor swelling may remain for up to a year.