![]() I would avoid going darker on concealer around the eyes altogether," Wright explains. "That could involve using a color corrector underneath a concealer that matches the rest of the face or using a peachier neutral shade close to the face complexion for a 2-in-1 effect. The key is neutralizing the color of the natural darkness first before going brighter. Going lighter for under-eye concealer depends on one’s preference. ![]() Should you go lighter or darker with concealer for under-eye circles? It will make the skin look crepe-ish," Wright adds. "I would recommend avoiding the use of any product that dries down around fine lines. A creamy concealer helps mature skin look healthy, smooth, and hydrated. The creamier the concealer the better for mature skin. If one has more redness around the eyes, then use golden olive undertone concealer to neutralize (green neutralizes red)." What concealer is best for mature skin? "Using a concealer with a peachy undertone (a derivative of orange) and a slightly brighter shade than your complexion is best. "Dark circles typically have purple-ish undertones so using color theory, the color orange neutralizes purple effortlessly," makeup artist Alana Wright says. Ready to find your perfect cover up? We've reviewed 25 of the highest-rated concealers in the UK, to bring you a zero bullsh*t guide to the ones that work (and the ones that don't).When it comes to masking dark circles it's all about undertones. But when it does happen (it will), just take your ring finger and gently pat in the product to melt it into the skin. Reagan promises you can hold them at bay (for a while) with primer, sparing application and setting powder. ![]() Let's unanimously accept it - creases are basically inevitable. “Everyone’s skin tone changes from time to time, and the worst thing is to get stuck with a single colour that isn’t blending into the skin no matter what you do.” “Keep a couple of different shades to transition from season to season” explains Reagan. That being said, it's also important to keep in mind seasonality. Multitasking with your old faithful on both under-eyes and blemishes might save time and money, but according to Reagan, the best strategy is to pick a brighter shade for under the eyes, and for blemishes to opt for a foundation-matching shade, “erring on the side of warmth”. Blend out with a concealer brush for a bright, wide-awake under eye.” Clever, huh?īefore picking a shade, decide where you’re actually using your concealer. “For a universally flattering lift effect, apply a small amount of concealer towards the inner corner of the eye and a small amount on the outer corner, pulling upwards in the direction of the temple. Maar misschien toch iets te ‘dik en poederig’ voor onder mijn ogen. Once completed, pat around the edges to melt the concealer onto the surrounding skin.”įor concealing under eyes, it's all about technique, says Dowdall. Ik vind de Hourglass VANISH Airbrush Concealer medium dekkend en comfortabel dragen. ![]() “Apply in a crosshatch pattern, with light layers of product from the top to bottom of the blemish and then from left to right, building up to your desired level of coverage. “When concealing spots, ‘pinpoint concealing’ works best,” says Dowdall. But whose under-eyes match that description? (Nobody’s - the answer is nobody’s.) Reagan suggests laying down moisturiser or eye cream for any areas you are concealing, ensuring “a smooth application, allowing the concealer to blend evenly.” We love CeraVe's Eye Repair Cream, £11.20. The ideal environment for base makeup is even skin, free of any dry patches. We hit up Hourglass' Global Beauty Director, Marc Reagan, and Bobbi Brown's Senior Pro Artist, Warren Dowdall, to get some expert advice on finding (and applying) concealer like a pro. If you're looking for an under-eye concealer that actually covers dark circles and a cover-up that will blur away blemishes, we can help.Īs if choosing the best foundation for your skin type wasn't already tough enough, choosing the right concealer to suit your specific needs is another mission all on its own.
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