Is there a special contouring method?

Is there a special contouring method?

I use a stick type, apply it around my chin, pat it in, and that's it.

After contouring, it feels too dark again, so

I applied the powder a little again, so there isn't much difference.

When I look in the mirror up close, it seems too noticeable, so I keep trying to erase the traces.

Should I just leave it as is? Or is it because I don't know how to contour?