Concealer can help you correct skin imperfections, such as dark under-eye circles, scars, blemishes and discoloration. But like any makeup tool, the trick is learning how to choose the right formula and color and actually apply it correctly.
A perfect match
Finding the right color is perhaps the most important part in making sure that your concealer does its job. To start, choose a concealer that’s about half a shade lighter than your natural skin tone. To test your concealer, dot a small amount on the veins of your inner wrist. If the concealer successfully camouflages the bluish tint of your vein, then the color is a good match. Other testing tips include trying out concealer directly on your face, under the jawline or over your foundation.
Choose your formula
When buying the right concealer, let your skin tone and type be your guide. Keep in mind that most skin types can use pencil concealers like TALIKA Concealer Pencil With Essential Oils.
Erase problems with the correct color
According to Handbag, here’s a list of colors that work best to cover up any imperfections.
- Apricot and peach brighten cool skin tones.
- Blue softens skin that has an orangey tone and helps to correct self-tanner mishaps.
- Bronze warms most skin tones, giving the complexion a sun-kissed look.
- Green minimizes redness.
- Gold highlights golden skin tones.
- Lilac and rose rejuvenate sallow complexions.
- Yellow boosts warm skin tones.
Techniques for flawless application
Under-eye circles. After applying your foundation, dab eye cream on the area and let it absorb. Wipe off any residue with a tissue to prevent your concealer from becoming greasy and sliding off. Next, put three dots of concealer just beneath the inner corner of your eye, following the sloping curve until it’s parallel with your iris. Finish by blending the concealer into the area using a wedge-shaped makeup sponge.
Bags under the eyes. Many people don’t realize that applying concealer on the actual bags will only highlight the problem. Instead, use concealer on the shadow underneath the sagging area and blend gently.
Uneven skin tone or broken capillaries. For these delicate issues, use a quality makeup brush to paint concealer onto the problem areas, blending with your fingertips.
Blemishes, scars or pimples. Starting at the center of the imperfection, apply a dot of concealer with a brush or your fingertips and feather outwards while blending.
Once you find the perfect concealer for your skin and practice applying it, those imperfections will be your little secret!