How to choose a concealer

A concealer is a cosmetic product that is similar in properties to a highlighter and foundation. In fact, these are several tools in one, since with it you can emphasize certain facial features, as well as mask point imperfections, for example, bruises under the eyes or a small pimple. Therefore, many girls and women are wondering how to choose a concealer.

In fact, it is not as easy as it seems at first glance. As experienced makeup artists recommend, choose the same shade of concealer as your foundation or powder. However, sometimes the foundation or powder is also not quite right for the type of skin or color, so before asking which concealer to choose, you must also look at how well it will work with the foundation or powder.

In order not to later donate a huge number of jars to friends or acquaintances for the reason that he did not suit you either, and also not to regret the money thrown into the wind, it is better to immediately figure out which concealer is right for you.

What brand of concealers is best to choose

Currently, there are a huge number of cosmetic companies that are engaged in the manufacture of this type of product. Therefore, how to choose a face concealer and which brand to give preference to - all this remains an urgent question for many girls and women.

In addition, it must be remembered that small firms that make a small range of products rarely produce concealers, and if they do, then this is most likely an experimental version and is unlikely to please you with high quality. Therefore, it is best to choose an already proven company that has a worldwide reputation. Yes, funds of this type will be somewhat more expensive, but you will be sure of their quality.

Large firms often have their own laboratories, in which they use high-quality and expensive raw materials, so if it is important for you to buy one product and use it with pleasure, then it is best to choose one of the following firms:

• Max Factor;
• Shiseido;
• Clarins;
• Dior;
• Vivienne Sabo.

Before choosing the right concealer, you need to understand what type of skin you have, because some concealers are suitable for oily skin and remove excess shine, while others are suitable for dry skin, while moisturizing it a little.

What is in the concealer and what is its effect

The most important function for a concealer is to mask all skin imperfections. Then a logical question arises - what is its difference from the toner? The fact is that the concealer has a point effect, that is, it masks a specific area on the face. Many girls and women are interested in how to choose a concealer for under-eye circles, because this particular area is the most problematic. Concealer can also help paint over redness, small pimples, or acne. This remedy is effective against wrinkles.

The composition of a classic concealer includes elements such as:

• reflective particles that give the skin a light and beautiful shine;
• antiseptics that help disinfect the skin;
• moisturizing ingredients;
• various vitamins that help the concealer, in addition to masking individual points on the face, enrich the skin with useful substances;
• special filters.

Thanks to such a large number of components, concealers help not only to mask imperfections, but also to gradually eliminate the causes of their appearance. In fact, you get something between a foundation that evens out skin tone and paints over problem areas, and a cream that gradually heals your skin.

Before choosing a concealer under the eyes, as well as for other areas of the skin, remember a few basic rules, thanks to which you can apply concealer correctly and efficiently:

1. It is necessary to apply concealer on cleansed and preferably moisturized skin, because it is then that after shading this product will become almost invisible.
2. To lighten the eye area a little and mask dark circles under the eyes, use sponges and a special brush instead of your fingers. Simply apply a few drops of concealer on the bruises under the eyes, and then blend from nose to temple. Never rub in the concealer very carefully or stretch the skin, as you can provoke the appearance of wrinkles.
3. If you want to mask some small point on the face or on the skin in general, then just apply literally a drop of concealer and shade only the edges with a brush or sponge.

What are the types of concealers

There are several main types of concealers, which are the most popular and also the most convenient to use. However, each girl or woman must decide for herself which format will be more convenient for her. But do not forget to consider the characteristics of your skin.

Liquid

These concealers are available in small tubes with a high spout, as well as a special applicator with a convenient brush at the end. This format is comfortable to use for those who need to mask some large areas on the skin. For example, this concealer is perfect for you if you have dark spots on your face or small imperfections like redness or small pimples. Liquid concealer is suitable for removing unpleasant moments such as wrinkles from the corners of your eyes. They also high quality shade circles or bruises under the eyes.

Liquid concealer is best applied in droplets, gradually blending, but not rubbing into the skin. Often, after application, you will not even feel that you have something on your face, since such products have a rather soft and light texture. However, don't overdo it or put too much on your face. A large amount of cream will not help to better shade your flaws, and often on the contrary, they can highlight them.

Pros:

• very light, almost weightless texture that is not felt on the skin;
• the release format is very easy to use;
• such concealers apply well and blend quickly;
• such funds perfectly mask not only minor imperfections, but also very noticeable circles under the eyes;
• liquid concealers refresh and even visually rejuvenate the skin a little;
• Liquid concealer is great for dry, combination and sensitive skin.

Minuses:

• the choice of shades is often not very wide, so you will hardly be able to perfectly match the concealer to the color of your foundation;
• liquid concealers are quickly consumed.

Pasty

Such concealers are quite dense in texture, so that even with a small amount of applied product, you can paint over all your skin imperfections well. And at the same time, the product itself will be practically invisible on your face.

You can paint over not only small pimples, small scratches or redness on the skin, but also freckles, as well as imperfections that take up most of the face.Often, such funds are several times more expensive than liquid counterparts, but this is only due to the fact that more expensive materials are used in the composition of such concealers, and also because of a tighter adhesion to the skin. In their action, such concealers are more like concealing cosmetics, for this reason they are more reliable means.

Concealers of this format can be produced not only in the form of pallets, but also in the form of mechanical pencils, which, by the way, are even more convenient to apply. However, they are still not suitable for painting over bruises or circles under the eyes, because their structure is very dense and in this area the product will tighten the skin strongly.

Pros:

• this remedy better than any other masks all the imperfections on the face;
• no matter what type your skin is, such a concealer will stay on it throughout the day in the same form in which you applied it in the morning;
• many companies have released palettes with multi-colored concealers on sale, so you can also start sculpting your face;
• such a tool is consumed very economically, so one palette may be enough for you for a year;
• almost ideal for women and girls whose skin is of a normal to mixed type, and will also fit well on oily skin.

Minuses:

• difficult to shade due to the very dense structure of the substance;
• if applied incorrectly to the face, the effect of "plaster" will appear.

Cream

The creamy texture is characterized by a medium density of application, so such concealers stand between liquid and pasty. They are quite easy to apply, and they also fit quite well on the face and are shaded. However, before using them with little or no effort, you need to get your hand full.

You can use these tools to mask not only small scratches or pimples, but also circles under the eyes and bruises. If you carefully and competently blend cream concealers, they become almost invisible on the face. If you have traces of any allergies, or significant pigments, then a concealer of this type will successfully cope with such imperfections.

As a rule, such funds are produced in jars or small tubes. For shading, you can choose any method convenient for you. It can be either a sponge or a special brush, or fingers. However, a brush or sponge can do this several times more conveniently.

Pros:

• cream concealers have a huge selection of shades, so you can choose the most suitable shade of the product for your skin;
• if you need to apply a little more funds, then you can also shade it, and it will become almost invisible, but in this case it is also important not to overdo it;
• these tools are universal, since you can mask both individual places and the entire face with equal success;
• they are not consumed as quickly as liquid concealers, and also hold well along with pasty ones, so we can say that you are purchasing a product that combines all the positive qualities of the previous types;
• often includes not only vitamins, but also caring components.

Minuses:

• if your skin is peeling, then this type of concealer is unlikely to hide this flaw;
• you need a creamy texture how to shade;
• if applied to oily skin, they may leak.

Dry

Such funds are friable and in their structure more resemble mineral powder. Concealers are often used to mask minor imperfections in the skin, such as blemishes or minor scratches. Dry concealers perfectly remove oily shine and slightly even out skin tone.

Such a tool is great for use in the sultry heat, since it not only removes oily sheen, but also allows the skin to breathe normally.In addition, some representatives of this format can have an antiseptic effect on the skin, so if you have minor inflammations, then such concealers are your salvation.

Pros:

• such concealers have a light and crumbly structure;
• do not need shading;
• means of this type can perfectly fight oily sheen;
• some types of dry concealers can have an antiseptic effect and help heal small wounds;
• the structure of the concealer makes it easy to apply without clogging the pores;
• a dry concealer, when applied correctly, can make the skin softer and more velvety.

Minuses:

• dry concealers can dry out the skin a little, so it is better to apply a moisturizer first;
• in comparison with other products of this type, dry-based concealers do not so well mask any imperfections that take up most of the face;
• there is no need to specifically buy such a concealer if you have a mineral powder, as its properties are very similar to a powder, so you will simply overpay for what you already have.

The choice of concealer must be approached very carefully, since the effect of this product depends not only on your preferences, but also on what type of skin your skin is. If you are not sure if this or that remedy is right for you, then it is best to consult with a beautician who will tell you exactly which remedy is right for you personally. In addition, the beautician can recommend a product that will perfectly mask all the imperfections on your skin and will not clog your pores.

In addition, do not forget when choosing a concealer that its tone should match as much as possible not only with the color of your face, but also with the color of the foundation that you are using. In the event that they differ even by a tone, it will be very noticeable on your face. Therefore, it is better to ask a cosmetic store consultant which shade is right for you.