Concealer picks up where foundation leaves off, disgusting spots and imperfections that you don't want to see.
Into ...When skin needs a bit of extra help, that's where concealer steps in. It focuses on the trouble spots that foundation can lessen but can't hide, covering blemishes, under eye shadows and concealing spots.
Light - diffusing formulas blur lines and wrinkles, where new and improved formulas can hide imperfections such as scars, bruises and discolouration. Worn with foundation, concealer helps you to create the perfect canvas for adding colour, while without foundation it's perfect for emergency touch-ups and giving you instant confidence.
GETTING THE COLOUR RIGHT FOR THE JOB!Concealers only work if the colour is right.
Choose the wrong shade and you'll end up drawing attention to the area you want to hide.
Concealers come is smaller range of colours than foundations, so if you can't find the exact match for your skin, try mixing two or more to get the tone right.
Blemishes and scars: Match the colour to your skin exactly - test the colour on your face.
Raised Spots: Try using slightly darker colours than your skin tone to make the spot 'recede'.
Anything lighter than your skin tone will highlight the spot, making it more noticeable.
Under eye shadows: Match your skin tone or go up to half a shade lighter - no more or you'll end up with eye's like raccoon's.
TYPES OF CONCEALERSCREAM CONCEALERWhat it does: Gives light to medium coverage with a velvety finish.
Pros & Cons: + Multi-purposes, easy to blend, gives lasting coverage.
- Can settle in fine lines around the eyes.
Best for: Hiding dark circles, spots and evening out blotchiness.
LIQUID CONCEALER What it does: Gives light, sheer coverage with a natural looking finish.
Pros & Cons: + Easy to apply and blend into skin.
- Coverage is too light for more noticeable blemishes.
Best for: Concealing dark shadows and redness around the eyes and nose.
STICK CONCEALERWhat it does: Gives full coverage with a creamy finish.
Pros & Cons: + Blends well, Often doubles as concealer and foundation.
- Can be too creamy to stay put on raised spots.
Best for: Disguising redness on cheeks, chin and nose, and hiding indented scars.
PENCIL CONCEALERWhat it does: Gives medium to full coverage with a matte or creamy finish.
Pros & Cons: + Precision targeting of spots and blemishes.
- Can drag the delicate skin under the eyes.
Best for: Doing quick touch-ups of small blemishes.
LIGHT DIFFUSING LIQUID CONCEALERWhat it does: Gives translucent coverage that reflects light away.
Pros & Cons: + Makes dull skin glow and fine lines disappear.
- Isn't designed to conceal spots and redness.
Best for: Brightening shadows under the eyes and blurring the appearance of wrinkles.
MEDICATED CONCEALERWhat it does: Gives medium to full coverage with a creamy medicated finish.
Pros & Cons: + Special ingredients like tea tree and arnica help to heal spots quicker.
- Not for use dark rings or skin discolouration.
Best for: Covering spots and treating them at the same time.
Every make-up bag needs two concealers - a light-diffusing liquid for shadows and a thickercoverage for blemishes.CONCEALER STEP BY STEPBefore you begin, cleanse, tone and moisturise, then leave it to sink in for a few minutes.
Follow these 3 easy steps to conceal under-eye shadows.
Step 1: Use a small brush to dot cream concealer at the inner corner of your eye.
Add two dots under the first half of the eye and another dot at the outer corner.
Use more at the inner corner but don't over-do it under the eye or it will settle into fine lines.
Step 2: Gently blend the concealer using your ring finger. Start at the inner corner and work outwards,
blending just beyond the shadow to prevent a hard line. Most people don't need concealer under the
outer third of the eye.
Step 3: To lighten the darkest area and to brighten the eye's and open them up, dot light-diffusing concealer
on to the inner corner of the eye using the tip of the brush or your ring finger. Blend it in carefully then set with a dusting powder.
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SPOTS Dab on concealer with a fine brush and blend it at the edges. Don't let it spread on to the surrounding skin - it will highlight the spot.
* SCARS Build up indented scars by dotting on layers of either solid cream or liquid concealer with a fine brush. Use a slightly lighter shade than your skin. Pat into the skin before re-applying.
* FINE LINES Place a tiny dab on skin-concealer or light-diffusing concealer on the tip of an eyeliner brush. Carefully fill in the wrinkle then allow to dry. Check to see how it ooks and re-apply if needed.
Do's and Dont'sDon't apply concealer to unmoisturised skin - it won't blend.
Do warm your fingertips to make blending easier.
Don't use a magnifying mirror - you may overdo it.
Do keep building until you have the coverage you want.
Don't cover up broken skin - it may cause infection.
Do apply concealer over foundation to avoid wiping it off.
Don't forget to wash applicators to prevent bacteria spreading.
An expert tip : If you look too close you'll overdo concealer. Stand two feet from the mirror to dab it on, then go up close to blend !
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