You may think concealer is only for a full or heavy makeup, not necessary in your daily makeup routine. But that’s not it. When you get used to apply concealer, you’ll be impressed by its effect, which may be better than liquid foundation. After putting on a lot of skincare products, applying liquid foundation may make you feel heavy. Especially in summer, as the temperature gradually rises, the skin will feel a little breathless, leading to acne and other skin problems. Maybe you don't want to apply liquid foundation, or you just want it to cover up redness or dark circles. Apparently, concealer is a better choice. How great it is to blend concealer on the imperfections and let other parts of your skin breath freely.
Here are four tips for applying concealers:
Our team members have tried many popular concealers, and based on their feedback, 10 concealers stand out for they are of full coverage and high quality. Hope this list can help you decide.
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UOMA BEAUTY is the first “Afropolitan” makeup brand founded by the makeup artist Sharon Chuter. She wants to bring salon-grade makeup experience to every beauty enthusiast. The creamy Uoma Beauty Stay Woke Luminous Brightening Concealer glides smoothly onto the skin to instantly blur facial imperfections, delivering a seamless finish up to 8 hours. This concealer doesn’t contain fragrance, mineral and preservative, which is safe to use on your face. Concealer brushes or beauty blenders are all great tools to apply it. It is available in 17 shades, and most of them are dark tones, not suitable for light skin. Additionally, the quick absorbing product is so lightweight that allows to you put on other makeup products yet don’t feel heavy at all. A user wrote on official website, “This is a stunning, full-coverage concealer. I use this beneath my eyes to hide and highlight, and it applies well and lasts a long time.”
Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer was developed by IT Cosmetics, plastic surgeons and dermatologists together, and is clinically tested to be very effective. The product is really a hit since it was introduced, and is recommended by Byride as well as other famous media for several times. It delivers highly pigmented, long-lasting coverage that won’t crease or crack. Infused with proprietary Expression Proof™ Technology, plus anti-aging peptides, vitamins, hydrolyzed collagen, hyaluronic acid and antioxidants, this concealer smooths winkles, leaving younger-looking skin. It is available in 24 shades for various skin tones. Surprisingly, its natural formula is free of irritating preservative, even suitable for sensitive skin. Besides, its recyclable bottle is environmentally friendly, which is in line with the view of environmental protection that we all should value. Easy to use, just apply a suitable amount with your fingertips on the face evenly. A consumer wrote on official website, “I have dark (blue-ish) under-eye circles, and this concealer totally conceals them. It's also moisturizing, doesn't crease into creases, is buildable, and has a brightening effect.”
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Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer was quickly sold out as soon as it went on sale at Sephora. It has more than 11,000 comments and 720,000 likes, which makes it the top-selling concealer in the United States. This creamy concealer is formulated with vitamin E and grape seed extract to effectively hydrate your skin around the eyes. Plus, it contains mineral tone balancing powder that can improve dark circles. Aside from 16 hours coverage, this concealer can keep your skin hydrated for a long time. You don’t have to worry about crease any more. And it is available in 30 shades, you can definitely find your pick among them. The humidity- and sweat-proof product is free of alcohol, paraben, fragrance and preservative to erase the risks of acne or closed comedones. Clinically tested by dermatologists and ophthalmologists, Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer is well-received. A user said, “Amazing stuff, extremely creamy, simple to work with, great quality and coverage; I will definitely buy it again.”
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The creamy It's U Skin Perfecting HD Concealer in Ivory under SISTAR COSMETICS is lightweight with great fluidity. It can instantly and effectively conceal most facial imperfections, like dark circles, all kinds of spots, pigments, etc. Our tester said, “Great coverage, that lasted for most of the day. Worked for under eye circles as well as other places on my face to even out skin tone and hide redness.” The product with great bendability goes smoothly on your face without any makeup hardpan. Made of natural ingredient, the concealer is easy to rinse off. A user said, “This concealer is fantastic; it's silky, simple to apply, and layers well; I really liked it.”
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Tarte Shape Tape Concealer with full coverage is formulated with shea butter and mango seed. Shea butter helps moisturize and condition the dry skin around your eye areas. Mango seed can maintain the elasticity. Besides, it also contains licorice root to effectively conceal dark circles and even out skin tone. Apply it with your fingertips or a makeup sponge on your blemishes. It is available in 30 shades, which will be more in the future. A user praised it and said, “I'm a huge fan of this product. It hides my imperfections and dark circles. I would absolutely recommend this product to others.” But we must tell you, touch-ups are needed as its staying power is moderate. For dry skin, it dries easily and may cause makeup hardpan, so remember to moisturize your skin before application. If you are planning to use it on your eyes, the same, apply an eye creamer or a moisturizer.
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E.L.F. 16hr Camo Concealer is characterized by its excellent applicator. Just dip a little on it, then blend under your eyes. This high-pigmented concealer provides 16-hour full coverage with a matte finish. It is formulated with avocado oil to moisturize and protect the skin, plus kaolin clay to control excess oil and shine. Besides, the formula is free of phthalate and preservative to ensure its safety. And it is available in 26 shades for most skin tones. If you don’t want spend too much on a concealer, this cost-effective one is your ideal choice. A consumer wrote on official website,“Perfect for concealing imperfections when coupled with the elf foundation.” But there is a flaw about it you may not happy about—it will oxidate after wearing it for a while. We recommend you to apply a great setting makeup product for better effects.
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NYX is an American makeup brand founded in 2010. NYX makeup products are all certified by PETA and are cruelty free. Its products are warmly welcomed by beauty enthusiasts due to its affordable price and high performance. HD Photogenic Concealer Wand is available in 23 shades and blends on your face quickly and evenly thanks to the great bendability. The thick cream can perfectly cover up all kinds of facial blemishes like redness, spots, dark circles, etc. But if you prefer weightless makeup products, this concealer wand may not be your first choice. Aside from a concealer, it is also a contour product to shape the contours of the chin and cheekbones, for a more three-dimensional face. Our tester said, “I love this concealer. I have very pale skin and it's hard to find a concealer a shade or two lighter than my own skin, but this is perfect.”
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Pat McGrath Skin Fetish Sublime Perfection Concealer is creamy and available in 36 shades. It covers up most imperfections while leaving you feel lightweight. If you use it as an eye concealer, it can also brighten your skin under eyes. Infused with Vita-serum Complex, this concealer helps nourish skin, fight against fine lines and winkles. The silky product goes smoothly on your skin without any heavy feeling. Additionally, it delivers a matter finish with a soft-focus effect, leaving your skin suppler, suitable for most skin types. Pat McGrath Skin Fetish Sublime Perfection Concealer is favored by many office ladies, they said it keeps their skin perfect for a long time. A user left a comment on official website, “This concealer has completely transformed my life! It's great for disguising dark circles under the eyes and imperfections. It lasts a long time and does not crease. It has altered the course of my life.”
SMASHBOX COSMETICS Studio Skin Concealer is creamy, free of oil, and never fails to deliver a matte finish when it dries, very suitable for oily skin. If you want to hang around the beaches or go to swim, this one is definitely your pick for it is water resistant. So, no more worries about separation! The concealer comes with medium coverage to cover up most imperfections like dark circles, pigments and redness caused by various reasons. A user said, “Perfect for my dark circles beneath my eyes! It blends in beautifully with my skin and lasts all day!” Let me tell you a trick, if you want it to blur your dark circles. Blend the product on the lower eyelid like an invert triangle, then pat with a makeup sponge or a small brush till fully absorbed. Surprisingly, you can also use it to change your lip shape. Apply this concealer on the outer side of the lip line, faint with a brush, then put on a lipstick or lip gloss.
Armani Luminous Silk Concealer is the latest product from the award-winning Luminous Silk Collection. The multi-tasking concealer with medium coverage blurs many kinds of blemishes, like pigments around the eyes, redness caused by sensitivity, etc. It is packed with Micro-fil™ Technology to prevent dry lines and fine lines with an anti-aging benefit. Moreover, this concealer also contains glycerin, caffeine and vitamin E to provide 24 hours hydration, effectively reduce and prevent dark circles from the root cause, as well as improve eye puffiness. A user said, “I really like how this concealer feels on my undereyes. It covers effectively and gives the appearance of being healthy, hydrated, and moisturized. It's a fantastic and long-lasting formula, and I strongly advise everyone to try this light but effective concealer.”