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Kim Kardashian's Unbelievable Butt Explained: "Just Oil and Great Lighting," Says Star's Makeup Artist

Mario Dedivanovic reveals behind the scenes secrets of the E! star’s memorable look

By Lindsey Caldwell, Mike Vulpo Nov 12, 2014 10:18 PMTags
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We get it: You're likely still trying to wrap your head around Kim Kardashian's revealing cover shoot for Paper magazine.

One of the Internet's biggest questions has to be whether or not the Keeping Up With the Kardashians star's body had any, shall we say, contouring. According to Kim's longtime makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic, that certainly wasn't the case.

"Just oil and great lighting," he shared with E! News exclusively. "The makeup was actually really quick. It took about 20 minutes because the hair took so long."

The magazine's winter cover features Mrs. Kanye West butt-naked as she casually emerges from a black beaded evening gown. Her hair is up in a funky bun as she shares a smile for the scandalous shot.

After the shoot took place during Paris Fashion Week, Dedivanovic explained to E! News that the inspiration was simple and sweet.

"Just make her look beautiful and herself," he explained. "We did simple creative: Nude lip with a liquid liner."

The revealing cover, which was an impromptu decision made by both Kim and photographer Jean-Paul Goude, was this close to breaking the Internet.

From hilarious celebrity reactions to priceless memes that could leave anyone speechless, the booty pic has left quite the impression on readers.

But regardless of what you think, the reality star appears to have no regrets.

"Kim will continue to do sexy shoots as long as she's in shape," an insider told E! News. "Kanye loves it."

For more juicy Kardashian stories, watch Kourtney & Khloé Take the Hamptons Sunday nights at 9 p.m. only on E! 

Yesterday's shoot was sooooooo good! I can't wait for you guys to see this!!!!! #PaperMagazine #JeanPaulGoude

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