Concealer can leave anyone's skin looking flawless, but it's actually a lot trickier to use than you might think. Too little concealer can leave dark circles, wrinkles, and blemishes all on display. Too much concealer can highlight what you want to hide. Here's the scoop on how to use concealer to score a perfectly flawless face!
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Blemishes
To hide blemishes I like to use a two-shade formula, like Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage Concealer ($34). This amazing concealer includes one shade that matches your skin tone and one that matches your undertone, helping you create the perfect custom blend. Use a concealer brush to apply it onto your blemishes. Then take your finger press and then rub it in. Set it with a translucent powder.
Dark circles
Combat dark circles with a concealer specifically designed for dark under-eye bags, like BareMinerals Stroke of Light Eye Brightener ($22). This illuminating formula doesn’t just diffuse dark shadows and reduce the appearance of dark circles, but it also brightens the under-eye area, making you look refreshed and wide awake. Make sure to go for a shade lighter than your skin tone. After applying foundation, dab on the concealer to the actual dark circles under your eyes. Then gently blend.
Hyperpigmentation
If you suffer from hyperpigmentation, age spots, or manchas, use a concealer that’s easy to blend, includes non-irritating ingredients and that will provide full coverage. Try MAC Studio Finish SPF 35 ($19). This lightweight and creamy formula provides smooth long-lasting coverage while also protecting your skin from UV damage, which is often the cause for hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone. Apply using a concealer brush or makeup sponge.
Acne
Liquid concealers work best for covering acne because they’re a lot easier to blend. Try Make Up For Ever Full Cover Concealer ($34).
Wrinkles
To cover pesky wrinkles that surround the eye, go for a concealer that’s lightweight and packed with anti-aging ingredients. Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circles Concealer ($7) is made with goji berry and haloxyl that work to instantly erase fine lines and dark circles, leaving you looking refreshed and radiant.
