How to apply facial concealer (English)

What girl doesn't dream of having perfect skin? The rhythm of modern life and environmental conditions do not have the best effect on the skin. Lack of sleep, polluted air, unhealthy diet, stress - all this is first reflected on our face. It’s good that there are cosmetics that help hide any skin imperfections - concealers. How to use facial concealer? Let's look into this issue.

What is facial concealer

Concealer (other names often used are “corrector” and “camouflage pencil”) is a special product designed to spot conceal problem areas of facial skin. Unlike foundation, concealer has higher coverage and pigmentation, thereby effectively hiding minor imperfections. This product is used to disguise:

blueness and redness of the facial skin;
circles under the eyes;
red pimples;
acne;
age spots;
scars.

Concealer does not heal, but only masks problem parts of the skin. Although many modern products contain antibacterial additives. Such products not only hide skin imperfections, but also actively fight the inflammation process. Some products contain antioxidants, vitamins, and other beneficial biological ingredients that protect facial skin from excessive drying and premature aging.

What types are there

Helping to visually hide facial skin imperfections, concealer makes a girl more attractive. It is applied quickly and easily, within 2-3 minutes maximum. Cosmetic stores offer different types of facial correctors, each of which has its own characteristics:

Liquid. Perfect for application around the eyes and lips. This product will help mask the redness of the nose and eyelids. Liquid concealer is easy to apply and blend. However, if you overdo it with the amount, the skin will look unnatural in daylight conditions, so you need to apply the corrector pointwise. It does not hide pimples or blackheads well.
Creamy. Concealers with this structure contain various components that moisturize the skin well. After application, a dense opaque layer forms on it, so creamy products perfectly hide even large problem areas - for example, they will help remove bruises. With regular use, the creamy concealer prevents the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.

Stick. Concealers available in stick form have a dry texture and are not recommended for use on the skin around the eyes or for hiding pimples. But the sticks effectively hide scars and unevenness on the face. After applying this concealer, the skin looks natural, and the makeup lasts for a long time.
Pencil. Concealer in the form of a pencil is applied pointwise and hides small defects - pimples, red capillaries, small wrinkles. It does stretch the skin a bit, so you need to be careful when applying this concealer under your eyes.

How to choose a concealer: color palette

Most girls are accustomed to the fact that the concealer should have a nude or close to it shade, but stylists use a lot of colors to achieve the optimal effect. This is justified by the fact that each skin defect has a specific color. Bruises under the eyes are blue or purple, pimples on the face are reddish. To find the perfect concealer for you, use this guide:

A corrector to hide skin hyperpigmentation should have a dense, creamy structure.
For application to the area around the eyes, experts recommend using a product with moisturizing ingredients and a loose texture.
To disguise acne, choose a concealer stick with an antibacterial effect. It is applied pointwise. The product will dry out the pimple and speed up healing.

Liquid concealers are optimal if you need to hide circles under the eyes on young skin.
Convex defects are almost always hidden in a dark tone, for example, brown.
The color scheme below will be the best help when choosing a specific shade of the product. Remember: to neutralize visible skin imperfections, you need to choose a concealer with the opposite tone. This effect is called color complementarity. For example, blue veins are masked with apricot or yellow, freckles with purple.

Corrector models are available in different color options. Each color is optimal for concealing one or two external skin imperfections. To decide for what purposes to use the most common shades, and which concealer is ideal for you - dark, light or colored, understand these nuances:

The yellow corrector perfectly hides defects of purple and bluish shades (protruding veins, bruises). This light tone visually softens the skin tone and makes it warmer.
Concealers in orange or apricot tones work well to hide circles under the eyes. But remember: the closer the color is to carrot, the more likely it is that this concealer will not suit your skin specifically.
The purple corrector perfectly hides the yellowness of the skin and masks pigmentation.
Green concealer will cope with the task of neutralizing red defects (spots, redness, allergic irritations, pimples, scars).
The pink product perfectly masks greenish dark circles under the eyes. Applying such a concealer to areas of the facial skin that have a blue tint should be avoided. This will make them even more noticeable.

How to apply concealer: rules and diagram

When applying a concealing cosmetic product to the skin of the face, you must adhere to the following rules:

Before applying concealer, moisturize and cleanse your face.
The concealer can be applied with a brush or fingers. If you need to hide a pimple or other small defect, use a brush. With its help, you can better shade the boundaries without wiping off the product from the problem area. It is much more convenient to apply the product to the side areas of the nose with a brush.
The eye corrector is applied pointwise: to the inner corner, then to the middle of the eyelid and to the outer corner. After this, the product is carefully shaded towards the temples and powdered a little.

Remember, thick concealer should not be applied to areas of skin with wrinkles, it will make them more expressive. For wrinkled skin, a light, almost airy corrector that matches your skin tone is suitable. Apply concealer to the edge of the brush and gently brush over the wrinkle. The concealer should dry for a few seconds.
“Depressed” irregularities are filled with liquid corrector using a thin brush. You cannot rub the product; foundation is applied on top of it.
Apply green or yellow concealer before foundation.
If the shade of the concealer matches the color of the foundation, the order of application is not important.
Highlighters and correctors containing reflective particles are applied over the foundation.
The product will most effectively hide skin imperfections if applied over a makeup base.
The corrector can be used to model the ideal face shape. Apply different shades of the product to the desired areas of the skin using a special technique - as shown in this picture:

Video tutorial: how to use concealer correctly

The technique for applying the concealer differs depending on what specific defect you want to hide. If you use concealer incorrectly, the imperfection you were trying to disguise can become even more noticeable. It is not difficult to master the technique of applying the product, even if you have no experience in this matter. Everything will definitely work out on the second try! Follow a few important rules. Watch the video for valuable tips on using this concealer:

Advice from professionals

Most girls make typical mistakes when applying concealer to their face. As a result, instead of ideal-looking skin, they get spoiled makeup, on which the outlines of skin defects are clearly visible. To avoid this result, listen to the advice of specialists on the correct application of concealer:

Don't try to use foundation instead of concealer. It is possible to cover up dark circles under the eyes with foundation, but in this case the shade should be lighter than the complexion. But many people forget about this, covering their entire face with the same shade. The big advantage of concealer over foundation is that the latter settles into small wrinkles around the eyes, making the skin look unnatural.
Few representatives of the fair sex have the technique of spot-applying concealer. If you need to disguise a pimple, girls often make the mistake of squeezing the corrector on top of it and trying to blend it out. In this case, there will be no result even after several layers applied. To apply the corrector correctly, use a thin brush to apply the product around the pimple, gradually approaching the center.

It is difficult to blend concealer on dry skin. Therefore, makeup artists recommend slightly moistening your face with plain water before applying concealer.
Experts do not recommend shading the concealer with cold hands. First you need to warm them up. An important point: those with oily skin should not apply the concealer with their hands; they should use a special brush.
When applying concealer, you do not need to use a magnifying mirror.
If necessary, you can apply the massage product in several layers.
Avoid using concealer to cover open wounds or abrasions, as this may cause inflammation.

Which manufacturer's products should I choose?

Among corrective products, 4 products are popular:

Maybelline better skin concealer with Actyl C vitamin complex. The product allows you to improve the overall appearance of your skin after just 3 weeks. Covers the skin well, perfectly hides redness, pimples, circles under the eyes. The texture of the product is light, not greasy. It is important to apply and blend it quickly; the concealer dries out quickly. “Maybelline better skin” is a long-lasting product that, judging by user reviews, lasts well all day.

The line of liquid corrector “Essence all about matt” contains only 2 highly pigmented shades. It is produced in 12 ml bottles. Perfectly mattifies, hides bruises, wrinkles and evens out skin unevenness. Consecutive application of several layers of the product is allowed. After application, the skin looks natural and well hydrated.

The light texture and excellent coverage of the Nyx hd photogenic concealer series concealers make them excellent assistants in hiding any facial skin imperfections. Lavender color is used to neutralize yellowish blemishes, green is used to disguise redness, yellow is used to hide blue circles under the eyes. The composition contains reflective particles, making the product suitable for use in bright studio lighting conditions.

The “Vivienne sabo radiant concealer” corrector contains natural chamomile extract, hyaluronic acid, vitamins C and E, coenzyme Q10, and beeswax. Thanks to these ingredients, it perfectly moisturizes the skin, relieves irritation and protects it from premature aging. There are only 2 colors in the line. Vivienne sabo radiant concealer has excellent coverage. It is important to apply it in a thin layer, otherwise the product will not hide skin defects well.

Where to buy and how much it costs

The price of popular facial concealers on the domestic market is as follows:

“Maybelline better skin”: 300-330 rubles;
“Maybelline Affinitone”: 320-360 rubles;
“Essence all about matt”: 150-180 rubles;
“Nyx hd photogenic concealer”: 350-370 rubles;
“Vivienne sabo radiant concealer”: 200-220 rubles;
“MAC Studio Finish SPF 35 Concealer” - 210-230 rubles;
“L’oreal Lumi magique” - 380-420 rubles.

You can buy correctors from popular manufacturers in Moscow at the following specialized cosmetic outlets:

Network “L’Etoile” (Manezhnaya Square, 1, shopping center “Okhotny Ryad”; Novy Arbat St., 11, shopping center “Novoarbatsky”, etc.).
Network “Podruzhka” (Chertanovskaya St., 32; Novocherkassky Boulevard, 13, etc.).
Network “7 days” (Butyrskaya St., 4; Perovskaya St., 32, etc.).
Chain "Rive Gauche" (Orekhovy Boulevard, 22A; Kashirskoye Shosse, 1, shopping center "Vegas", etc.).

Or in online stores:

"Beauty Home" - beautyhome.me.
"DevaShop" - deva-shop.ru.
"Aroma Butik" - aroma-butik.ru.

Photos before and after using facial concealer

When used correctly, the concealer literally transforms your face. Dark circles under the eyes, pimples, abrasions, acne, scars, age spots and freckles, covered with a thin layer of corrector, become completely invisible to others. In the photos below you can see how the appearance of your facial skin changes after applying concealer.

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Today, few people do not know what a facial concealer is. The name is constantly heard by makeup artists and cosmetologists. The substance is available in the lines of all popular brands, from expensive to budget. Many women actively use the miracle drug to emphasize facial features, hide defects, and visually even out the surface. But not everyone knows how to use the product correctly. Most people simply apply it pointwise to the problem area, without thinking about the selection of shade, method of rubbing, or suitable texture. Often the result is the opposite of the desired one. We propose to analyze the nuances of using a masking composition, learn how to choose the appropriate tone, and also highlight popular brands from different price segments.

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What it is

This is a cosmetic product that can visually hide major imperfections. By skillfully using different halftones, you can correct the oval: straighten the nose, emphasize the cheekbones, make the lips and eyes more expressive.

In the first third of the last century, a similar product to the current product was used to disguise unsightly birthmarks in open areas, burns, and scars. The thickly applied texture perfectly hides freckles, which was also actively used during periods of fashion for smooth and clean skin.

The founder of the production of the drug specifically for decorative and cosmetic purposes was the Max Factor company in 1954. Her creamy paste created a sensation at one time and instantly became a regular fixture in the makeup bag of any Hollywood or society lady.

Learning to distinguish from brothers

Have you ever watched video tutorials on makeup techniques? First, she takes a jar of base (before that there was a foam cleanser to cleanse the pores, then a gentle gommage to even out the texture).

So, let's go back to the base. After that it’s the turn of the proofreader. Then, it seems, foundation: a couple of tubes. Next it is powdered. Concealer. Powder again for a radiant effect. Then again a substance that makes certain areas flicker mysteriously. And this is all before, in fact, decorative cosmetics.

Secret! Before purchasing, you should know that long-lasting specimens have a matte texture. But if you have a problem with dark circles under the lower eyelids, choose formulations with a radiant formula.

Everything together looks confusing and complicated. Jars and tubes seem the same. Understanding the science of choosing the right palette seems unrealistic. But first of all, it is important to learn how to determine how all masking components differ. And what functions are assigned specifically to the concealer?

So, what is it for:

Hide dark circles under the eyes;
Emphasize the contours of the oval;
Mask light redness, pigmentation spots, freckles, moles;
Smooth out large pores;
Visually distract from small wrinkles;
Tint the capillary mesh on the thin dermis.

Concealer is needed to disguise light redness, pigmentation spots, freckles, moles

Difference with corrector

The corrector has a denser consistency;
It is applied pointwise to problem areas;
Most often it comes after the foundation;
The concealer is more liquid and spreads well over large areas;
Moisturizes the epidermis and promotes good absorption of foundation. Therefore, it is applied before it;
Colored, on the contrary, goes under the foundation.

Note! Contraindications to the use of any masking elements are fresh or open wounds. The exception is formulations with antibacterial components, but again, they are not applied to an open wound.

Difference with foundation

Is in the goal being pursued. Tone is used to give a uniform color. It also masks imperfections, but more related to uneven color of the epidermis. It is applied completely, often including the neck and décolleté. One thin layer is recommended.

The masking component can be applied zonally, pointwise. It hides well the depressions and thickenings on the epidermis. It can be spread in several layers.

Varieties

Manufacturers produce different versions of these cosmetics. It is a big mistake to think that they are all the same. And young ladies choose their goods solely for reasons of convenience. Any form has its advantages.

Manufacturers produce different versions of these cosmetics.

Pencil

Helps hide a pimple or small mole;
If you outline your lips, they will visually appear plumper;
To increase the eye section, the lower eyelid is pulled back and the edge of the mucous membrane is drawn.

This is a convenient option for jobs that require precision. It is sharpened to the desired sharpness with a special sharpener. After the stroke, shade with a sponge or brush after 1 minute.

Has the appropriate consistency. Sticky, pleasant, moist. Absorbs well and blends well. Helps disguise signs of fatigue under the eyes. If you spread it in a thick layer, you can effectively tint freckles and pigmentation.

Important! If you have naturally oily skin, be sure to set the product with dry powder. Moreover, it should be sprayed with a wide, soft brush. This is necessary so that the makeup does not “float” at the most unexpected moment and lasts the whole day without the need for correction.

Liquid

Reminds me of a gel. It applies very thinly, almost weightlessly. Does not clog in pores, folds and wrinkles. On the contrary, it smoothes them out and masks them perfectly. It is boldly smeared completely over the entire face, in order to hide the marks of pimples, pits, irregularities, and small scars.

Not recommended for those with sensitive dry skin. It slightly tightens the surface, which is imperceptible for normal and oily dermis. But for dry skin it is better to buy cream.

It is very dense, so it is not applied to larger areas. Its properties are as close as possible to a corrector. On oily skin, if applied generously, it may clump into clumps. The best substance for removing hematomas, large wounds, deep scars.

Powder

In many ways it is similar to powder; sometimes it is called powder-concealer. Makes the epidermis shine, perfectly evens out the tone, smoothes out the presence of numerous creams and gels. Secures the makeup. They do not treat the area under the eyes because of their ability to get into small folds and emphasize wrinkles.

Why do you need a multi-colored palette?

You've probably come across large palettes with a dozen or even two different colored shades. Moreover, in creating makeup, the makeup artist skillfully uses almost all of them. Let's look at the main nuances of the technique:

The color palette helps to perform today's trendy contouring: highlighting the necessary areas, while simultaneously hiding imperfections and problems.
The main rule when choosing a tone is that opposite shades block each other.

The color palette helps to perform today's trendy contouring: highlight the necessary areas, simultaneously hiding flaws and problems

How it works? To hide red spots, pimple marks, dried wounds, feel free to apply green color to your brush. But when there are blue-green circles under the eyes, on the contrary, a pink or scarlet concealer stick is suitable.

On a note! The lavender range helps hide signs of fatigue, dull coloring, post-acne, and signs of wilting. The drug is sometimes mixed with tonak and generously applied to the entire surface. But the yellow palette is considered universal. It eliminates the signs of blue and redness, which means it is effective against circles and inflammation. It perfectly evens out the overall shade.

Light pink or whitish undertones are most often used as a highlighter during the highlighting stage. They highlight places along the cheekbones, under the eyebrows, the center of the chin, the temporal zones, and the nasal bone.

How to use: step-by-step instructions

Let's take a closer look at how to properly apply facial concealer.

First, we prepare the dermis: wash, tone with tonic, add day cream;
Now comes the turn of the base for makeup - with a very thin level, shade it well;
Take a concealer pencil and carefully draw dots on redness, pimples, and unsightly spots;
Wait a minute and rub with a brush;
Next comes the foundation stage;
After half a minute, take a creamy concealer and draw two concave arcs under the eyes with a brush. Gently rub the product as close to the eyelashes as possible. The skin around the eyes is very thin, dry and vulnerable. It is not stretched with fingers when smearing cosmetics, and it is not rubbed when washing. Concealing cosmetics are gently blended with a smooth brush.
We examine ourselves in the mirror for shortcomings. If red spots are visible, you can use the pencil again;
We fix the result with powder using a brush.

Step-by-step application instructions

Features of use under the eyes

This area is extremely sensitive. She is the very first to surrender to the approaching years and treacherously surrenders to age. It is the very first thing in care for a young girl, and the main one for a mature lady. How to properly hide signs of fatigue in this area? Read below.

Always wet the surface before rubbing in any masking;
It is desirable that the ingredients include reflective elements that optimally highlight this area;
Choose a consistency no thicker than paste;
The product components should not contain oil, which reduces durability;
Always set your work with powder.

Do not smear the mask with your fingers. It is better to take a special sponge or brush

Do not smear the mask with your fingers. It is better to take a special sponge or brush. Fingers will not allow you to evenly distribute cosmetics, and they also contain particles of sebum. As a result, the effect will not be durable and uneven.

How to correct the correct oval

First of all, we define our contour.

Oval features require virtually no correction. Just darken your cheekbones and the center of your chin.
A vertical area with dark colors on the sides from the temple to the wings of the nose will help to elongate a round face. At the same time, we lighten the forehead, chin, sub-brow and under-eye space.
We do the same with square contours. All corners are darkened, the center is lightened.
Triangular contours are highlighted in the sharpest places, and the center is made dark.
To straighten and narrow the nose, draw a light stripe right along its central part, and darken the wings and insteps. Blend the area thoroughly so that the ridge shines and appears perfectly even.

Note to ladies: what else might you need it for?

Modern young ladies have found a lot of other uses for the camouflage pencil:

In lip makeup, it can be a cool base;
If you accidentally draw an uneven arrow, it doesn’t matter. One stroke and nothing is noticeable;
When the eyebrows are too sparse, bald spots can be successfully shaded with a dark specimen;
To give sponges a 3D effect. This makes them appear larger and plumper. When you are done with the color, draw two dots on the upper and lower lip in the center. And then apply transparent glitter to the same places.

Concealer can become a universal soldier in your makeup bag

Important! The shade of your camouflage friend should be 1-2 shades brighter than the color of the tonak. It is advisable to buy a set from one brand. Add base and powder here.

Top 5 best products

An expensive treat from Givenchy – Teint Couture. Protects against ultraviolet radiation. It can completely hide even a tattoo. Price – 2 thousand rubles.

Givenchy Teint Couture

The products are much cheaper, but no less cool: from L'Oreal - Alliance Perfect. The consistency is thick but elastic, so it is quickly absorbed and rubbed. It dries quickly and perfectly masks imperfections. Ideal against signs of fatigue and blue discoloration. Costs about 500 rubles.

L'Oreal Alliance Perfect

Max Factor Mastertouch Concealer is a paste-like substance with light-diffusing properties. Covers the dermis completely and in detail. A convenient mechanism in the form of a pencil with a twist-out paste and a round sponge at the tip. Prepare a sensationally low amount for purchase - about 350–450 rubles.

Max Factor Mastertouch Concealer

Maybelline Affinitone is one of the highly sought after products in its niche. The demand for it is huge, largely due to the budget price - 250-300 rubles.

Maybelline Affinitone

The highlight of the Lancôme brand is Effacernes Long Tenue with sun protection. Very long lasting, perfectly hides pigmentation, light and pleasant. Suitable for vulnerable and sensitive skin. Price – from 3 thousand rubles.

Lancôme Effacernes Long Tenue

Facial concealer is a magic pill for a face with unhealthy color, unsightly redness and other problems. Learn to take it correctly, choose your optimal medicine - and your skin will always glow with happiness.

Watch a video review of popular brands:

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Every girl and woman always dreams of her skin looking fresh, smooth and velvety. However, ensuring that your face really looks absolutely perfect every minute is hardly easy; for this you need to constantly make every effort. Global environmental pollution, constant stress at work and at home, total lack of sleep, fatigue, unhealthy food, as well as a sedentary lifestyle do their dirty work day after day, causing our skin to become excessively dry, or, conversely, oily and prone to irritation. and rashes. Moreover, it will not be possible to get rid of an unhealthy appearance using emergency methods, so cosmetologists and makeup artists have found a way out - to use concealers that can give your face a radiant look. True, not everyone knows how to properly apply concealer to their face.

What is concealer and what types does it come in? It won’t be difficult to figure out how to apply concealer to your face.

To begin with, you should definitely figure out what this mysterious and enigmatic concealer is, about which there is a lot of gossip and talk. In fact, concealers can be called one of the most difficult products in the cosmetic industry to use. Among other things, many girls simply don’t even know how to apply concealer, the photo can be seen below, so after trying several times they give up and after such a negative experience they tell everyone that this is the prerogative of only real professionals.

You need to know that concealer is a creamy or liquid cosmetic product that is specifically designed to mask any blemishes on the skin of the face. In addition, it is with the help of such a tool that you can sculpt an owl’s face, that is, visually highlight those areas that you consider look more advantageous and “hide” those that would be desirable to hide.

To begin with, you need to clearly understand that concealer is not a foundation, not a corrector, and not a basis for applying the rest of your makeup, so using it in the manner of these products is not correct, and it is not worth it. You won’t be able to achieve a good result this way, but you’ll definitely be guaranteed to look like you’re wearing three tons of plaster. So what can a properly applied concealer help with? With professionally applied concealer you can:

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Hide a wide variety of skin irritations and color defects.
Gently and effectively hide dark circles and bags under the eyes after a sleepless night.
Get rid of freckles, at least until you wash your face.
Effectively hide scratches or inflammations, as well as other, wide variety of skin defects.

Types and types of concealers for a variety of purposes

It is worth knowing that the modern cosmetics industry offers consumers an incredible number of diverse options produced by various brands, both well-known throughout the world and with completely unnoticed names. However, they differ not only in their color palette, which is quite logical, but also in their release form. For different purposes, you need to choose only what suits best, then applying concealer will be much easier, because it is better to always do everything according to the rules.

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The thinnest concealers are sold in bottles, similar to lip gloss. It is best used to retouch dark circles under the eyes. This product has a light, creamy texture that penetrates well into the skin and is well distributed over the entire surface. Using this product, under which foundation has already been applied, you can disguise even quite noticeable bruises and redness near the wings of the nose.

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The most popular lately have become concealers, which come in the form of a palette with a full range of different shades. They are quite thick, but spread easily and can be blended well. It is these concealers that are best used for sculpting your own face, since it is possible to work with shades. The video at the end of the article will tell you in the best possible way how to apply concealer.

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Concealers of various shades, produced in the form of sticks, are already much thicker; they are intended to correct problematic skin, which often experiences redness, rashes, pimples and the like. For spot correction, such a concealer, which resembles lipstick, will not work, as it tends to shade rather poorly, it needs to be applied to a fairly large area of the face.

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There is another option - a concealer in the form of a pencil, which will help to precisely hide some imperfections on the surface of the dermis. Among other things, such pencils often have a high bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effect, that is, they not only mask, but also eliminate the problem.

How to apply concealer to the face: step-by-step photos illustrate the accessibility of the process

In fact, if you think that you just need to choose a shade of concealer that matches your skin tone and smear it all over your face, then this way you can get the perfect appearance and perfect skin, but this is far from the case. With such actions, you can turn your own pretty face into a porcelain doll mask, which everyone around you, at best, will look at with bewilderment, and at worst, with sarcasm. You need to know how to apply concealer, and that’s what we’ll be talking about.

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It is worth understanding that there is nothing overly complicated in the process of applying concealer. Therefore, our improvised instructions will show you step by step how to properly apply concealer to your face, which I hope will be useful. It is worth saying that everything needs to be done methodically, repeating everything that is needed step by step, otherwise you will not be able to achieve exactly the same, ideal result as the models in magazine spreads. However, first of all, it is worth understanding that concealer is applied on top of the foundation and not vice versa, otherwise there will be no use at all.

The right concealer will give amazing results

The success of all subsequent actions will depend on how correctly you choose this cosmetic product. First of all, the choice will depend on what problems with the dermis you need to hide.

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To disguise dark circles under the eyes, products that are two or even three shades lighter than the natural skin tone are usually used.
To correct bruises, spots and red pimples, it is best to use greenish or bluish shades of concealers.
In the case of acne, it would be optimal to choose a pencil concealer, which is the easiest to draw dots with, and also copes with this task best.
You can check whether a particular shade of concealer is suitable only by applying it directly to your face, and no hands will help you. That is, test color and texture exclusively on the face.

Preparing the skin for facial concealer: how to apply, diagram and comments

When the products are finally selected, you can move on to the stage of preparing the face itself, applying concealer, which can really make you look like candy in just a few minutes.

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Wash your face using the usual method, it doesn’t matter whether it’s tap water or thermal micellar water.
Apply a light moisturizing or nourishing cream to the surface of the epidermis, and then gently massage it into the skin.
Apply the foundation you use and then you can begin the magic itself, that is, applying concealer.

Before you start applying anything to your face, you need to first choose the right color. No one will doubt that the facial concealer, as the diagram will show in full, how to apply, should become invisible, but give an effect.

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Let's start with the mirror of the soul: how to properly apply concealer under the eyes

You definitely need to figure out how to apply concealer under your eyes, because this is where the most important magic begins. If you make inaccuracies here and do everything wrong, then the area around the eyes will constantly catch the eyes of others, ruining your entire spectacular appearance. You need to understand that the product can actually hide many skin defects, but only if applied correctly and in no other way.

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You should start applying concealer under your eyes exclusively from the inner corner to the outer corner.
Please note that you can shade the product with your hands, a special brush, or a regular cosmetic sponge. It is best to choose a brush, but you still have to learn how to work with your fingers. The main thing here is that they are warm and the concealer literally “floats”, gently lying on the skin, using driving movements.
Rubbing concealer into the skin under the eyes is strictly not recommended, as you will not get results and can injure the dermis.
Try to blend the product well along the lower eyelid, as close to the eyelash line as possible, so your tricks will be less noticeable.

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Among other things, you don’t need to limit yourself solely to the area around the eyes. Visually draw triangles with vertices extended downwards on the face and blend the product so that it covers the entire area, then the result will be the best, and with all the inconspicuousness, you will be able to hide bruises, wrinkles and even bags.

We correct spots and pimples and finally consolidate the result

At the last stage of correcting our face, we also need to learn how to hide pimples and rashes, dark spots or annoying freckles, although it is worth considering that most men are simply crazy about these funny and touching specks on their cheeks and nose. For high-quality retouching, you need to choose the right color, that is, figure out, in essence, how to correctly apply a concealer palette. Above is a color matching chart that should serve as something of a permanent reference for you.

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So, the concealers are finally selected, and all that remains is to carefully apply them to individual pimples, spots or inflammations.
Do not forget to shade all edges thoroughly.
If the edges still make themselves felt, then it won’t hurt to go over the edges with a little foundation, thereby hiding pronounced transitions. You need to apply foundation exclusively with a brush so that the layer is minimal.
From above, the entire face should be covered with translucent powder, which will not allow your makeup, applied with such difficulty, to simply take off and flow, especially in the hot and even sultry summer period.

How to apply concealer on your face: common mistakes that you would like to avoid

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Thus, there is nothing overly complicated in such a process as applying such an excellent corrective product to the face and every girl can do it with just a few practice. However, time after time, many representatives of the fair sex still make a number of annoying mistakes and blunders that affect their appearance. To avoid them, you should listen to the recommendations of real world-famous makeup artists.

Real professionals never tire of repeating that concealer should never be applied to dry and clean skin. It is carefully spread over the foundation, which should “stand” for seven to fifteen minutes. Also, you should not apply foundation over concealer to avoid a “plaster” effect.

You shouldn't use foundation as a concealer; it will simply get stuck in pores and wrinkles, not masking, but even highlighting, which we definitely don't want.
If you need to hide a defect or pimple, you should not smear the product directly on it, it won’t work. Real experts apply concealer around the spot, and then blend it, gradually approaching the center, so the result will be maximum.
Do not apply concealer to the area around your eyes until your foundation or cream has dried. These products will prepare the “testing ground” and the concealer will apply perfectly.

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Among other things, many girls try to blend concealer over the surface of dry skin, and then say that they either purchased a defective product or it is completely unrealistic to learn how to use it. In fact, remember, the skin should be as moisturized as possible, that is, before applying foundation, you need to wash it, and then apply the appropriate cream. If you do everything correctly, then the result will definitely please you.

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