I don't know what the hell has been going on with my skin lately, but the year has just started and my face is already filled with manchas. It's like every time I have a pimple it automatically turns into a dark spot. Brightening serums and spot-correctors work but they take weeks before they show results. In the meantime, I have to go into the real world with this face. What the heck is a girl to do?
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Covering dark spots and fighting blemishes is all too familiar for most of us Latinas. And like I mentioned earlier, it takes a good couple of weeks before they start to fade away. That's why I always make sure I have a handful of good concealers on me to cover those pesky manchas. But with all the options out there, how do you know which ones actually work? Luckily for you, I've tried a good amount of them. Here's a roundup of the best concealers for dark spots on the market right now!
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Bobbi Brown
Bobbi Brown Face Touch Up Stick ($28): This is more of a color-corrector than a concealer, so make sure you grab one in your actual skin tone–NOT two shades lighter! It works magic, stays put for hours and is small enough to through in even the teeniest of purses!
MAC
MAC Select MoistureCover ($19): This ultra-smooth concealer perfectly blends in for a super natural, moisturized finish. It's a great pick for dry, winter skin.
Clé de Peau Beauté
Clé de Peau Beauté Concealer ($70): This concealer might be a pricey side, but trust me, it's SO worth it! It leaves my skin looking flawless every time.
CoverGirl
CoverGirl TruBlend Fix Stick ($6): Whoever came up with this thing is genius. It's a quick fix in a stick!
Maybelline
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Spot Concealer + Treatment ($10): This multi-tasking product doesn't just cover, it's also loaded with vitamin C to help reduce the appearance of all imperfections, manchas, acne scars, sunspots–you name it!
BareMinerals
BareMinerals Correcting Concealer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 ($20): I love the creamy consistency of this amazing concealer. It perfectly hides any kind of dark spots or discolorations and stays put for hours!
Josie Maran
Josie Maran Argan Creamy Concealer Crayon ($20): This all natural concealer stick is made with argan oil to keep skin fully hydrated, soft and smooth. Did I mention I mention the tip is self-sharpening?
Marc Jacobs
Marc Jacobs Beauty Re(Marc)able Full Cover Concealer ($32): A lot of makeup artists I know love working with this product. It doesn't just cover manchas but it leaves skin with a beautiful, golden glow!
Make Up For Ever
Make Up For Ever 5 Camouflage Cream Palette ($38): Not only does this palette help you create a customable shade that works perfect for your complexion, but it's especially great for the chica with super sensitive skin!
L'Oréal Paris
L'Oréal Paris Visible Blur Concealer ($13): This thing makes my skin look so flawless you'd think I just applied airbrush makeup or something.
