What’s the best way to apply concealer – and what can you use it for? While it's most commonly used to cover dark under-eye circles, it's also great for covering redness, blemishes, and pigmentation, or for adding subtle highlights.
With the right technique, you’ll master bye bye under-eye concealing in no time. Don’t be afraid to experiment – different methods work for different skin types and preferences.
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How to Apply Concealer
A concealer is a cosmetic product designed to cover skin imperfections, under-eye circles, and discoloration. The term comes from the English verb to conceal, meaning “to hide” or “to cover.”
Here you'll find all the tips and tricks you need for flawless concealer application – even if you're a beginner.
How to Apply Concealer Correctly
Where and How to Apply Concealer
Before concealer: Prep your skin just as you would in your regular routine. Pay extra attention to the eye area and apply a bit of extra moisture. This step is key to creating a smooth finish and increasing the wear time of your concealer.
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Application: Apply a small amount of concealer under your eyes, at the outer corners, around the nostrils, and near the corners of your mouth. It doesn’t matter whether you apply it in dots or lines – what matters is blending it well to achieve a smooth and even complexion.
After concealer: To make your concealer last longer, you can set it with a suitable powder. Lightly dust powder over the concealed areas, wait a few minutes, then blend away the excess to create a natural finish.
Practice makes perfect – experiment until you find the technique that works best for you.
Concealer Before or After Foundation?
Whether you apply concealer before or after foundation depends on your coverage needs. Before foundation: ideal for covering redness and blemishes. After foundation: perfect for brightening dark under-eyes. For targeted coverage and a natural finish, concealer is most often applied after foundation.
How to Find the Right Concealer Shade
Your concealer should be one shade lighter than your skin tone. A shade that’s too dark can emphasize fine lines or imperfections. A shade that’s too light can make your complexion look ashy or unnatural.
Pro Tip: If you’re between two shades, go with the lighter one.
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Types of Concealer: Which One Is Right for You?
Concealer comes in liquid, cream, or stick form.
Each has unique benefits depending on your skin type and desired coverage:
Liquid concealer: Lightweight, buildable coverage. Doesn’t cake or flake. Ideal for sensitive or blemish-prone skin.
Cream concealer: Medium to high coverage. Great for stubborn pigmentation or dark circles. Works well on normal, dry, sensitive, and mature skin.
Stick concealer: Compact and quick to use. Best for on-the-go touch-ups, covering small blemishes or redness. Suitable for normal to combination skin.
Tools for Applying Concealer
How do you apply concealer?
There are several tools you can use for application. Concealer can be blended using a makeup sponge, a concealer brush, or your fingertips.
FAQ – Concealer Basics
Should you apply concealer before or after foundation?
Usually after, for more targeted and natural-looking coverage.
What does concealer do?
It helps hide under-eye circles, redness, and minor imperfections.
Where do you apply concealer?
Mainly under the eyes, on blemishes, and around areas with redness.
How do you apply concealer?
Gently blend with a brush, sponge, or fingertip – don’t rub!
How do I find the right concealer?
Go one shade lighter than your skin tone and choose the texture based on your skin type. This will give you a smoother, more even complexion.
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