Choosing the best concealer , with such an abundance of choice in stores, is quite a task; each manufacturer has several options - under the eyes, for redness, for pimples, for age spots or facial correction.
I love universal concealers, all in one , to the maximum, so that at once they cover imperfections well, cover up bruises and do not emphasize wrinkles in the delicate area around the eyes
Concealer or under-eye corrector is the most necessary makeup product for me. You know, from those, as they say, choose 5 items on a desert island. Well, I would choose HIM!
In today's test drive, I collected, firstly, those inexpensive facial concealers that I myself love, and secondly, those concealers for which you can even find reviews from celebrity bloggers and makeup artists
The most expensive concealer in this comparison costs 639 rubles, but the average cost of each is about 200 rubles , give or take.
How best to apply foundation on your face: diagram, tips, makeup rules
Foundation can be used as the only means for tinting the skin when applying daytime makeup. If this is evening makeup, or you have any skin defects, then this product alone will not do; you will have to use others that have a denser texture.
The foundation is applied to the entire surface of the face after the moisturizer. Application is carried out using a sponge, brush or special sponges. The choice of one tool or another depends on the consistency of the foundation. If it is very thick, it is best to apply it with a sponge. If the cream is more liquid and transparent, the tone is applied using a soft natural brush.
Concealer
Tip #3
The last and at the same time one of the most important recommendations: choose the right tone color - it should completely match the shade of your skin. A product that does not match the shade will be noticeable even if you apply it in the lightest layer and blend it masterfully.
Christian Fritsche, national education manager bareMinerals:
“Over the course of a year, your skin tone changes from fair to bronze and back again. If you use foundation constantly, your arsenal should have several products of different shades for each occasion. For those who are not ready to clutter up their cosmetic bags, but love to sunbathe, there is a life hack for the summer: buy liquid bronzer and mix a couple of drops with your foundation before applying. This technique will help darken your foundation so it looks natural on your face.”
What should you apply before foundation?
First, you need to apply a moisturizer, then apply foundation in dots on the cheekbones, under the eyes, on the forehead, chin and cheeks. You should also apply a little product to your neck. Now, using a sponge or sponge, massage in the mattifying foundation along the massage lines.
Before applying foundation, it is imperative to moisturize the skin, because it can dry out during the day and needs nutrition. A moisturizer is used for this. There are also special foundations with moisturizing components. You can use them if your skin does not need special care, is not dry, but normal. If you have any skin defects, you need to disguise them before applying foundation.
Technique for applying foundation
Dark concealer ELF with lifting effect
And another mineral-containing inexpensive concealer ELF HD Lifting Concealer with a rejuvenating effect. Sounds intriguing, doesn't it? In reviews on iHerb, many write that even the lightest shade of this foundation is the darkest. But I was looking for something not too dark for the tanning season and overall I was satisfied.
The shade of my sample is Light. No matter how strange it may seem.
Packaging: plastic transparent tube with sponge. Volume - 6.5 ml.
PROS
- Very fluid plastic texture with very good pigmentation.
- The lifting effect, in my opinion, is even noticeable in the photograph of my eye. The slightly moist finish does not weigh down the skin under the eyes, but on the contrary makes it visually much smoother and more nourished.
- Contains useful caring components.
MINUSES
- Very dark is the lightest shade.
- Again, complaints about the composition, not critical for those who use regular concealers, but significant if you are suddenly sensitive to the issue of the naturalness of the composition.
My rating is 4+
Where to buy concealer
- Price 262 rubles on the iherb website
What to apply first: foundation or concealer?
Concealer is the same corrector, its composition is the same as foundation. The difference is that a unit of this product contains more pigments than a foundation. That is, it can be used to disguise minor defects, as well as uneven skin tone. For example, concealer and corrector are often used to disguise dark circles under the eyes, rosacea, small branches, and inflammation on the face. Concealer or corrector is applied after moisturizing the skin, but before applying foundation. After masking the defects, a thin layer of foundation is applied and gently pressed into the skin.
The fact is that many girls note that after using foundation, the effect of a mask is obtained. The so-called plaster is very visible. It is necessary to be able to apply foundation correctly so that the complexion turns out natural, and its shape and ideal highlights are preserved. Several techniques are used for this.
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Long-lasting concealer Catrice liquid Camouflage 12H
But this Katrice Liquid Camouflage is a real legend and star of the charts, ratings of the best inexpensive cosmetics even among celebrity bloggers and makeup artists. Below you can watch the part of the video where Koffka, from 4:25 minutes, tells why he thinks that this concealer is the best among inexpensive.
Very often Katrice Liquid Camouflage is called a budget analogue of Mac concealer. The manufacturer also has a creamy version of the camouflage concealer in a jar, intended for more dense correction, but it is the liquid Camouflage that has gained particular fame.
Product volume - 5 ml.
The applicator is an elongated flexible sponge.
in the Katrice Liquid Camouflage , my shade is 020 Light Beige
PROS
- Good hiding power, able to cope with most imperfections of the face, and only around the eyes
- Not bad durability, I’m unlikely to agree with the 12 hours that the manufacturer promises, but it’s enough for a day
- Clear packaging - I like to see how much product is left in the jar.
MINUSES
- It's too bright of a perfume scent, which fades away quite quickly, but in my opinion, it's unnecessary for a product around the eyes.
- It can roll into folds, harden unevenly on the skin and thereby emphasize wrinkles.
- The smallest volume relative to competitors, although visually it looks impressive.
My rating is 4+
Where to buy Katrice concealer
- Price 340 rub. in the online store “Golden Apple”
How much foundation should I apply to my face?
The amount of foundation depends on the method of application and its texture. It all depends on what kind of makeup you are doing: daytime or evening. If this is an evening option, you can use a thick product.
Options and amount of product:
- It is advisable to use a sponge for application, because it can be used to apply a fairly thick layer. Next, if you want to save product, you need to moisten the sponge with water. Squeeze it out and only then work on driving the foundation into the pores.
- If you want to save money because foundation is very expensive, start applying it with your fingers. This method is quite lengthy and at first it is very difficult to apply foundation evenly and in a perfectly thin layer using your fingers. There is no need to smudge anything. Apply the product using a tapping motion.
- The most expensive way is to use brushes to apply foundation. In this case, it is better for you to take two types of brushes: round and flat. Use flat in the area under the eyes and to draw the back of the nose. Rounded brushes are used to apply foundation to the neck, cheekbones and cheeks.
Application techniques
Types of concealers
There is a large selection of cosmetics that differ in texture, purpose and price. You need to be able to choose the right tool. There are these types of concealers:
- The concealer stick is hypoallergenic and antibacterial: ideal for oily skin. It helps to visually remove minor imperfections. Reviews about this product are only positive.
- For women with sensitive and dry skin, a liquid concealer under the eyes is suitable. They can mask defects in thin areas of the skin. Applied precisely. Application is best done with a sponge or brush.
- The cream product is a universal remedy. It is great for all skin areas. Can be applied pointwise and locally with a sponge or brush.
- Concealing powder has a crumbly texture. Refers to mineral cosmetics. Shaded with a brush.
- The product in a stick can be recommended for women with oily skin. Suitable for covering large areas of skin.
How to correctly and perfectly evenly apply the foundation of a mask with a brush and what brush?
Brushes are best suited for applying both light and dense foundations. It is best to choose an artificial brush; products made from badger hair can serve as an alternative. Using a brush you can create the effect of porcelain skin or a mask.
Instructions:
- In order to apply foundation with a brush, you need to draw several lines in the forehead, cheekbones, chin and bridge of the nose. In order for the cream to apply well, you need to apply a small amount of the product to the back of your palm.
- This way the product will soften a little, its thickness will decrease, and it will be much more pliable to apply to the skin. In this case, the product must not be smeared or smoothed, but applied with driving movements.
- If you have a flat brush, apply the product using tapping movements, distributing it evenly over large areas. Such as the forehead and cheeks. You can use a round brush. In this case, the product is distributed in a circular motion.
- Vary the size of the brush on different parts of the face. If this is the back of the nose and its wings, the ideal option would be a thin, dense brush, as for applying eye shadow. If it's the cheeks and chin, as well as the forehead, a denser, thicker brush will do. This way you can save time and money.
Application with brushes
How to correctly and perfectly evenly apply foundation without a mask effect with a sponge?
A sponge is a small cosmetic sponge that can be made from both natural and synthetic materials. It greatly facilitates the application of both crumbly and creamy cosmetics. A sponge is very often used to apply foundation.
Instructions:
- You need to wet the sponge in water and squeeze it out. After this, the tone is applied pointwise to the face.
- This is done in the area of the forehead, chin, and nose using driving movements, from the center to the temples and ears.
- After distributing the product, the sponge is washed and dried.
- Never leave the sponge wet or dirty. Because bacteria can grow in it.
Sponge application
How to apply foundation correctly and perfectly evenly without the effect of a mask with your hands and fingers?
Many beauty bloggers, as well as makeup artists, recommend that people use their fingers to apply daily makeup. Indeed, this cosmetic product, that is, foundation, can be applied with your fingers. This helps to save substance and also to make everyday, light makeup.
Fingers are suitable if you want to achieve a translucent tone, or hide minor defects, even out your complexion. In this case, you can completely do it with your fingers without using brushes and sponges. Please note that if there are defects on the skin, dark circles under the eyes, then it is best to hide them with concealer and corrector. The technique of applying the cream with your fingers is simple.
Instructions:
- It is necessary to apply several dots of foundation in the area of the cheekbones, under the eyes, in the forehead, and chin. They should resemble beads in size. Next, along the line from the nose to the ears, evenly tap the product in with your fingers. You will do quite poorly at the beginning, because you have no experience.
- Under no circumstances should you spread the product like a regular cream. Only with driving movements will you achieve uniform application. If the skin is very flaky, usually in the area of the nose and chin, you do not need to rub the product in, but to hammer it in.
- That is, spread a little product on your finger and, using tapping movements, correct the nose area and all flaky areas.
Application with fingers
How to choose a good one
Which concealer is better to choose? Many people know what this product is and what it is intended for, but when approaching the question of choice, they get lost. There are several varieties in the assortment of the cosmetics market, differing in cost, composition, and texture.
Concealer classification:
- concealers with an antibacterial effect are recommended for oily skin;
- liquid – for thin, dry type;
- cream - a universal remedy;
- sticks - applied to large areas, for oily or combination skin.
When choosing a product, you need to take into account your skin type, body characteristics, and purpose.
A paste concealer helps hide freckles, age spots, and dark circles under the eyes. The creamy version copes with the same task.
A good quality product can be specialized and caring. In the second case, the skin is nourished, the tone is evened out, and the texture is softened. To eliminate the problem, women can use a special remedy.
The main criterion is color, ideally half a tone lighter than the face. Specialized options hide swelling, redness and other problems. To disguise the bags, use yellow. Blue or pink hides freckles and age spots. If you find it difficult to choose, consult a cosmetologist.
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How to apply foundation if your skin is peeling?
The fact is that if you immediately apply foundation to flaky skin, you will only highlight all the places where there are uneven areas. Therefore, it is necessary to act in a certain way. Start by using a moisturizer.
Instructions:
- It is best to exfoliate your skin two to three times a week to remove any flaky particles.
- Before applying makeup, you need to lubricate your face with a moisturizer.
- Wait until it is completely absorbed, blot with a napkin if there are any remaining product on your face.
- Next, you need to apply the foundation using tapping movements. You cannot rub or rub anything into this place.
- No circular movements, only pressing, driving movements. Only in this way will you be able to hide the peeling and not make it even more noticeable.
Skin sculpting
Physicians Formula, Conceal RX, therapeutic concealer
Liquid concealer for the face of the Physicians Formula mineral cosmetics brand, which I wrote a review of on my blog.
I would say that this is the most expensive concealer, but no, just look at its volume, which is on average 2.5 times more than competitors, and the price per gram of product is even lower.
Packaging - a plastic tube with a narrow spout allows you to use concealer very economically, which, given the volume, lasts for a very long time. Volume - 14 ml.
Concealer shade – Natural Light :
The shade of the concealer is light, natural with a pink undertone and almost crazy pigmentation; this concealer will cover up anything on the face. Or almost anything.
PROS
- The most economical concealer both in terms of cost and consumption in the selection.
- Contains useful caring components.
- Very high pigmentation, micro droplets are enough to disguise the area under the eyes, any pimple can be easily covered.
- A very pigmented corrector that noticeably brightens and evens out the skin tone with a “Photoshop effect.” If you don’t see a “before-after” difference, I recommend trying it.
- The average density of the concealer at the junction between liquid and cream allows you to correct any imperfections of almost any severity.
- Does not crease and does not require powdering.
MINUSES
- You expect an absolutely natural composition from a mineral cosmetics brand, but, unfortunately, not this time. There are also silicones (they are found in ALL concealers from mass market to luxury ones), they provide a smoothing effect.
- Due to its slightly denser texture than conventional liquid concealers, it requires more careful blending and a beauty blender.
My rating is 5
Where can I buy
- Price 639 rubles on the iherb website
Is it possible and how to apply foundation around the eyes and on the eyelids?
The foundation is applied around the eyes and on the eyelids too. But the fact is that very often after applying it, dark circles remain in the eye area and wreaths are visible. In this case, you will need to use a corrector or concealer. In the blue area, a yellow corrector will suit you. If there are green marks under the eyes, choose orange.
Don't worry about the skin around your eyes turning orange. In fact, with proper shading, you will be able to remove these skin imperfections. Foundation in these areas is applied using a thin brush or the corner of a sponge, which is made in the shape of an egg. Using the tip of a sponge, foundation is driven into the area around the eyes and upper eyelid.
The skin around the eyes is very delicate and sensitive, so it requires some attention. The fact is that in this area it is imperative to apply a primer. This is a special base that fills wrinkles and evens them out. In addition, it nourishes thin skin. Only after the primer has dried can you wear foundation. Nowadays there is a lot of controversy regarding whether concealer is applied before foundation or after it.
Fashionable make-up artists note that it all depends on what effect you want to achieve. If you have serious problems with the skin around your eyes, then it is better for you to apply a primer. After this, evenly distribute the foundation, and then the concealer. If there are no particular problems, then you can simply work on the area around the eyes with concealer. There is no need to apply powder to the area around the eyes, as this dries out the delicate epidermis.
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Experts' Picks: The 30 Best Concealers of All Time
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The best products that will help hide signs of fatigue, minor imperfections and redness are in our new selection.
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Editor's Choice
Radiant Creamy Concealer, NARS
A convenient applicator (like lip glosses) makes it easy to distribute the product under the eyes and blend with your fingers. It copes with dark circles under the eyes with a bang and lasts until the evening. Creamy in texture, the concealer does not dry out the skin and refreshes the look due to the pearlescent particles in the composition.
Price : 2,250
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Eye Concealer with Botanical Extracts, Sisley
Product with very high covering power. It is best to squeeze it onto a metal tip and use it to distribute it in a circular motion under the eyes - this will improve blood microcirculation. The concealer formula is enriched with caring ingredients that help reduce puffiness under the eyes.
Moisturizing concealer Boi-ing, Benefit
This product has a very dense coating that will clearly and reliably cover all skin imperfections. But it doesn’t look like a mask on the face and blends out perfectly. What is especially valuable is that it does not dry out the skin and does not emphasize flaking. I apply concealer to the wings of my nose - as a rule, this area absorbs any foundation faster than I would like. Due to the moisturizing formula, I enjoy using the product in the area around the eyes - it does not dry out delicate skin and perfectly refreshes the face. Redness and pigmentation disappear in the blink of an eye! But if you have oily skin type, be careful: after four hours, the concealer may “gather” in fine wrinkles. If you apply it pointwise, you can cover even the most obvious imperfections. The formula blends perfectly with skin tone and foundation without creating a blotchy effect. The main thing is to choose the right shade (and there are three in the line - from vanilla beige to dark).
Price: 1,650 rub.
Concealer “Radiance and Youth”, Yves Rocher
The first thing I would like to note is the compact packaging with a convenient applicator (you can touch up your makeup on the run - there is no need to use brushes and sponges). The product has a light texture - the concealer blends perfectly with the skin color and refreshes the face. The main task of the product is not to cover imperfections and redness, but to give your face radiance and even out your skin tone. To make the concealer last longer, I set it with translucent powder, and it stayed with me until the end of the day. The product does not dry out the skin (which is important for the delicate area around the eyes), and the reflective pigments in the composition give a slight highlight effect - it is much easier to fight dark circles.
Price: 970 rub.
Concealer Fit Me, Maybelline
The product has a pleasant creamy texture that spreads easily over the skin without “flowing” into fine wrinkles. The concealer perfectly covers imperfections, and the lightest shade is suitable for correcting the area around the eyes - not a trace remains of “bruises”. I also use it to correct the sculpture of the face, applying it with tapping movements to areas that need highlighting: under the eyebrow, area above the cheekbones, chin, center of the forehead and wings of the nose. The product applies best if you blend it with your fingertips, but the applicator in the package is very convenient - especially if you are used to using brushes or a sponge. Separately, I would like to note the durability of the concealer: it does not fade during the day and can be easily renewed (if the day has been particularly difficult, and the evening promises not to be languid).
Price: about 300 rub.
Under Eye Brightening Corrector, BECCA
Russian makeup artist Olga Fox introduced me to this product - concealer can always be found in her case on set. Pink light-reflecting pigment helps neutralize dark circles under the eyes and even out skin tone. The product does not dry out the skin and does not settle into folds.
Price: 3,500 rub.
Corrector from the BB kit for facial contouring, Dr. Jart
The set itself resembled a small Moleskine book - hidden inside are three liquid contouring products: highlighter, bronzer and concealer. The last one ended faster than the others - I used it every day, even if I didn’t do full makeup using the contouring technique. I distribute the product with an applicator and then blend it with a small beauty blender. Vegetable oils of rosehip, moringa and avocado moisturize and help maintain the skin's moisture balance.
Price: 4,395 rub.
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Corrective pencil Eclat Lumiere, Chanel
I love it for its light fluid texture and convenient brush tip - the product is distributed in a thin layer in seconds. At the same time, it copes well with bags under the eyes and refreshes the look. It contains shining particles, so I often use it under the eyebrow as a highlighter.
Price: 2,730 rub.
Under Eye Concealer, Inglot
Under-eye correctors are a delicate topic. It's hard to find one that will cover dark circles without being too heavy and drying out your skin. I tried different concealers - from luxury and mass market, but Inglot turned out to be the best. It is quite liquid and you only need a drop. I apply it with my finger to the inner corner of the eye and to the darkest area, and simply blend it towards the outer corner of the eye. It does not crease, moisturizes the skin and diffuses light. Contains ash bark extract, organic silicone and vitamin B3, which restores blood circulation.
Price: 900 rub.
Creamy Concealer Kit, Ivory, Bobbi Brown
If I ever (hopefully never) have to choose a single favorite makeup product, it will be Bobbi Brown concealer. Firstly, it ideally masks skin problems of any scale, and secondly, a small powder is included with the concealer to immediately consolidate the result. The palette also has a mirror - you can put it in the smallest purse and be always ready.
Price: 2,900 rub.
Concealer Effacernes Longue Tenue Long-Lasting Cream Concealer SPF 30, Lancôme
Concealer is a sure salvation after a night spent at the crib. No matter how much I appreciate the power of life-saving patches, most often you need an instant result, which only a concealer can give. I apply this product from Lancôme with my finger and gently “drive” it into the area under the eyes. And Effacernes Longue Tenue goes well with any foundation, be it a representative of a luxury brand or a mass-market segment.
Price: about 2,500 rub.
Concealer Liquid Camouflage, Catrice
I admit honestly – I love budget cosmetics. But absolutely everyone loves this concealer, even fans of “heavy” luxury. I'm not an exception. The product will help hide imperfections and redness, highlight the line under the eyebrow and cover dark circles under the eyes. It does not lie on the face like a mask, like thick correctors, and blends out perfectly. It can be applied even to a “bare face” - it will not look like a stain even on the fairest skin. There are few shades in the line, but every girl can find her own. Only this concealer can handle my bruises. And also serum Dr. Jart, which we talked about here.
Price: 290 rub.
Hide the Blemish Concealer, Rimmel
Rimmel's new concealer from the Camouflage collection reminded me of the Destiny's Child "Survivor" video - remember how smartly Beyoncé danced in a "camouflage" swimsuit? But the design and name of the new product are not without reason - the concealer disguises imperfections imperceptibly, like real equipment.
The texture of the product is dense, but creamy - it blends out “once or twice” and does not dry out the skin. It may not cope with serious skin problems, but it will cover redness and rashes. The collection has three shades that can suit different skin colors and serve different purposes: a pink shade will add brightness to the area around the eyes, yellow – for inflamed areas, and a classic beige shade can replace foundation if desired.
Price: about 300 rub.
Concealer La Touche Magique Concealer, L'Orèal
What does a good concealer require for the eye area? Light texture (so that the product does not fall into folds), durability and good covering ability - otherwise there will be no point in it. La Touche Magique in futuristic silver packaging copes with all three points - it does not emphasize fine wrinkles and disguises not only circles under the eyes, but also minor inflammations on the skin.
The product is very convenient to carry with you, and the scheme for its use is, of course, familiar to you - a couple of turns, and a small drop of concealer appears on the brush. And by the way, it will last for a long time - rest assured!
Price: 495 rub.
Yulia Petkevich-Sochnova
Selected by BeButterfly blog author and BeautyHack columnist
BB cream corrective care for the skin around the eyes, Erborian
The concealer has long been famous in the Russian beauty environment - for several years it has been included in the unspoken top of the best products. Even though it comes in just one shade, it adapts amazingly to different tones and suits almost everyone! In addition, it behaves perfectly on the skin - it does not roll off and does not emphasize dryness, on the contrary, it perfectly moisturizes, and also does a great job of disguising bruises and dark circles under the eyes.
Price: 2,990 rub.
Concealer set Erase Case, Benefit
Benefit recently launched a whole collection of concealers, which features four products with a very cool allegorical concept: they are positioned as erasers in makeup, so the entire advertising campaign is based on a back-to-school theme with pencils, erasers and other stationery. At first I thought for a long time about which one to tell about, but then I saw the Benefit Erase Case Medium set in the store and realized that it was the one that deserved attention! Inside the pencil case there are all four mini-format concealers, which is very convenient and practical: moisturizing Hydrating, light Airbrush, brightening Brightening and dense Boi-ing. One purchase, and you will have a whole arsenal of corrective products in your cosmetic bag!
Price: 2,150 rub.
Ultra HD Concealer, Make Up For Ever
Favorite concealer for every day. Although the texture here is quite light, it does a great job on under-eye circles without being greasy, dry or too watery – it has the perfect, pliable texture! Of course, it doesn’t get stuck in wrinkles, lasts all day, and is also quite economical to use. There are six shades in the range, so there is a high chance of choosing yours.
Price: about 2,000 rub.
Naked Skin Weightless Complete Coverage Concealer, Urban Decay
If you're always conflicted about concealer colors and don't have a single brand that satisfies you with their range, then Urban Decay is waiting for you! Urban Decay Naked Skin Weightless Complete Coverage Concealer is available in 14 shades - from the lightest to the darkest. But even this is not its main advantage - the concealer stands out for its combination of dense coverage and excellent durability: it does not roll off and does not lie in a heavy, greasy layer.
Price: 1,850 rub.
Naked Skin Color Correcting Fluid, Urban Decay
In addition to concealers, the brand has also released correctors - Urban Decay Naked Skin Color Correcting Fluid. Among the greens, purples and yellows, there are peach and pink, which are perfect for covering up dark circles under the eyes. Due to their shades, they refresh the skin and cover dark spots without any problems.
Price: 1,850 rub.
Double Wear Brush-On Glow BB Highlighter, Estee Lauder
Another great concealer for everyday makeup. It works as both a concealer and a shimmer-free highlighter: it brightens and illuminates the skin. At the same time, it does an excellent job of disguising circles under the eyes, does not form into wrinkles and lasts all day, so it is definitely worthy of your attention.
Price: 2,750 rub.
Clearly Corrective Dark Circle Perfector SPF 3, Kiehl's
If you don't really like makeup and just want to lighten and even out the skin tone under your eyes a little, then Kiehl's Clearly Corrective Dark Circle Perfector SPF 30 was created for you. It contains mineral filters and pigments, so it not only masks darkening, but also protects skin from ultraviolet radiation. The texture is very light and friendly to its owner - by the way, it will be wonderful during a holiday in hot countries.
Price: 2,750 rub.
Highlighter brush for perfect shine Touche Eclat Radiant Touch, Yves Saint Laurent
This product has long been among the legendary concealers and for good reason. It has a medium degree of coverage and is invisible on the skin, so it fits perfectly into the framework of popular nude makeup, when the concept of “my skin, only better” is glorified. And it not only masks, but also highlights - that is, it works like a highlighter. This concealer is so famous and popular that the brand regularly releases it in limited edition designs to the delight of fans.
Price: about 3,000 rubles.
Moore Sobolev
Selected BeautyHack Special Correspondent
Covermazing Magic Pen Concealer, Holika Holika
The Korean brand has a lot of concealers (Asian women pay the most attention to their complexion in makeup); I only tried this one and it immediately became my favorite. Unlike many brush concealers, which tend to be too sheer, the Covermazing Magic Pen covers dark circles well despite being thin, probably due to the pink undertone.
Price: about 1,000 rubles.
BB concealer Double Wear Brush-On Glow, Estee Lauder
The ideological successor to the notorious YSL Touche Eclat is a twist-out highlighter-concealer in a handle with a brush, which can be used on all areas of the face where you urgently need to add radiance. The product is applied thinly - it will make really dark circles lighter and thus refresh the look, but will not completely cover them. But Brush-On Glow works well as a light highlighter.
Price: about 3,000 rubles.
Moisturizing corrector Select Moisturecover, MAC
The brand made Select Moisturecover specifically for sensitive skin - it does not dry out or highlight wrinkles. This corrector is suitable not only for the skin under the eyes, but also for the entire face - it is quite dense, but spreads well over the skin. After applying Select Moisturecover, you need to give it a couple of minutes to shrink, and then even a serious layer will be minimally noticeable. The product has a semi-matte effect and impressive durability.
Price: 1,650 rub.
Concealer High Precision Retouch, Giorgio Armani
A quiet hit: the brand has become famous for its foundations, but for some reason its concealers don’t get enough praise. And High Precision Retouch is one of the most successful examples of the genre: a super-thin brush that is convenient to apply the product even in hard-to-reach places, a flexible moisturizing texture and the right shimmer: very fine, creating an even glow and the “blur effect” that everyone loves so much.
Price: about 3,000 rubles.
Perfect Luminous Concealer, Dolce & Gabbana
Despite the fact that Perfect Luminous Concealer is placed in a pen, it does not pretend to be a highlighter - it is a completely full-fledged corrector-concealer. Quite dense and matte, despite the word Luminous in the name, it works well for the entire face, not just the eyes, and is very long-lasting - in fact, waterproof. The brand also suggests using the product as a primer for eye and lip makeup.
Price: about 3,000 rubles.
Concealer Illuminating Complexion Fix, shade 1N Porcelain, Veil Cosmetics
Little is known about the niche brand specializing in skin tone correction, but it is brought to Russia by the Petrovka Beauty clinic, whose choice I trust. Under your fingers, the texture of the concealer melts like butter and spreads just as well. The concealer perfectly evens out the skin texture and does not settle into wrinkles. It's thin, as you can see from the photo, but easy to layer, making it great for spot use all over the face.
Price: about 3,000 rubles.
Elya Bunochka
Makeup artist's choice
Liquid concealer Cover Expert Tip Concealer, Vprove
This is one of the products that I use to correct bruises if they do exist. Concealer hides absolutely everything! The product is available in three shades: 01 Light, 02 Natural, 03 Rich, and has SPF 30. In addition to a noticeable visual effect, this concealer also cares for the skin around the eyes. The composition contains pearl “powder” and Asian centella extract (herbaceous flowering plant). They smooth out wrinkles and make the skin more elastic.
Price: about 700 rub.
Double Wear eye corrector, Estée Lauder
This is a lighter concealer, unlike the product from Vprove. The coverage is dense, but if the corrector is blended well, it will not be noticeable. It is better to apply concealer with a fluffy brush: in this case, a minimal amount of product is used and it is well distributed under the eyes. If you “drive” it into the skin in large quantities, you will only emphasize small wrinkles and signs of fatigue.
Price: about 3,000 rubles.
Do I need to apply foundation in summer?
In the summer, you also want to be beautiful, and therefore girls try to hide all the flaws in their appearance with the help of foundation. In this case, you need to do it correctly. When exposed to high temperatures, foundation may run. Therefore, during the daytime, if you are going to the beach or walking in hot weather, it is better to refrain from applying foundation.
If you are going to the office or for an evening walk, when the heat subsides a little, you can use the product. If you go outside during the scorching sun and cannot refrain from using foundation, choose a product with a light texture, as well as mandatory protection from ultraviolet rays.
Application in summer
Can I wear sunscreen under foundation?
Many women who are very concerned about their appearance wonder whether they should apply sunscreen under foundation. In general, it’s possible if their bases fit together. But it often happens that after applying foundation, the entire mask begins to float and roll off the face in pieces.
This occurs due to a mismatch between solvents and oils that are used in the manufacture of products. Therefore, the ideal option would be to use special foundation creams with ultraviolet protection. The packaging usually states that the cream contains particles that protect against sun rays. Choose products with at least 30 protection if you plan to go outside in the scorching sun.
Skin problems
Even the best and highest quality foundations can contain various alcohols. It is these components that can have a negative effect on the skin of the eyelids.
They dry out, tighten, and dehydrate the skin. In addition, alcohols lead to the destruction of the protective layer of the epidermis, dilating blood vessels and increasing skin sensitivity. Subsequently, it will be quite difficult to get rid of such problems.
Is it possible to apply foundation after sculpting?
Makeup artists have different opinions about whether foundation can be used after structuring and sculpting the face. In general, many people recommend immediately applying foundation to your face. After this, use concealers and highlighters to sculpt your face. And after that, apply another layer of foundation.
It all depends on your preferences and skin defects. The more defects, the more products will have to be applied to correct them. The video below describes in detail how face sculpting is carried out, as well as applying foundation.
Tip #2
To set the tone, use a light powder. For those with dry skin, this is not necessary, but for those whose skin is prone to oily skin, it is very important. Apply the powder in a thin layer using a large fluffy brush.
How to choose the right foundation
From left to right: Huda Beauty Setting Powder Easy Bake; powder with a matte finish Gucci Beauty Poudre de Beauté; La Prairie Skin Caviar Loose Powder; Lancôme Belle De Teint powder; Dear Dahlia Skin Paradise loose powder.
