Ahh, concealer. Depending on the way you apply it, this little product can either cover all your skinsecurities or highlight everything that you were trying to hide in the first place. For starters, brush up on your concealer know-how and re-educate yourself with the different formulations, uses, and how to properly apply it.
To avoid any makeup mishaps in this department and score perfect-looking skin sans foundation, follow this step-by-step guide to make sure that you can cover up any blemishes and unevenness like a pro.
Step 1: Choose the right formula.
In order to do this correctly, you need to choose one based on your skin type and the coverage you are looking for. Once that’s done, you can utilize your concealer to the fullest potential.
Step 2: Check if you need to color correct.
If you have extremely dark circles or dark spots that you’re trying to hide, a normal concealer shade won’t be enough. You need to look for a color corrector to help you achieve a more flawless finish. How do you use one exactly? Simply apply a thin layer over the problem spot before you pat your concealer over it.
Step 3: Choose the right shade.
Before you choose your shade, you should first consider what you’re trying to cover up first. If it’s dark circles, then you’ll want to go one or two shades lighter than your skin tone. If you’re trying to hide dark spots or pimples, then you should definitely go for a concealer that matches your skin tone perfectly (Tip: go for this shade if you want your cover-up double as foundation, too!)
Step 4: Spot-apply for minimal coverage.
After applying your skincare, and if needed, your color corrective base, you can finally start covering up your dark circles and blemishes. Tip: try using your clean fingers when applying makeup. This warms the product perfectly for application and never looks heavy. To do, just apply a tiny drop on your ring finger (it has the lightest touch) and gently pat the product into your skin until it disappears. Repeat the process until your spots or dark circles disappear and you get the coverage you want. And remember, since you also want to showcase your natural skin and allow it to shine through, only apply concealer over your problem areas.
Step 5: But if you want full coverage, then try this…
If you want to use your concealer as foundation for a completely flawless finish, lessen the intensity and thickness of you concealer by mixing it with a tiny dollop of moisturizer. After that, use a damp sponge and lightly tap it into your skin. This way, you’ll still score an even and almost second-skin finish without it looking to cakey or heavy.
Step 6: Remember to lock it in.
Concealer can slip off or settle into cracks, so make sure you set it before you head out the door. If you want to maintain a dewy finish, just take a fan brush and dip it into loose, translucent powder, tap off the excess, and sweep it over your entire face. Want something a little more matte? Then use a powder puff or sponge and press and roll it into your skin for a shine-free (and budge-proof) finish.
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