If you call concealer the magical wand of Harry Potter, then it will not be wrong at all. It works magic on the face in the same way that Harry Potter used to do it by moving his wand. As soon as you apply it, the scars and spots on your face disappear as if they were never there on the face. Seeing the glowing and flawless skin of actresses, you too must have wished that your skin also became like this. Let me tell you that even on the film screen, make-up does that magic.
Concealer if applied correctly can make you look like a makeup professional otherwise it can turn meaning into disaster. Along with this, it is also important to know that it is available according to everyone's skin type. It is also important to keep in mind how and when it should be applied. You must have read a little here and there about concealer. Today let us give you all the information about it in detail.
What is concealer?
Concealer is also called color corrector and its consistency is slightly thick. This is a great makeup product to hide your imperfections. Concealer is used to give extra coverage and hide blemishes on your face. Perfectly conceals dark circles, hyperpigmentation, acne scars or other blemishes to give a flawless look.
How to choose concealer according to skin type?
The second important thing is that any makeup product will give a good finish to your face when you apply it according to your skin type. Similarly, concealer should also be chosen according to your skin type. You should choose a concealer that is the same shade as your skin tone.
If you can't find a concealer that matches your skin tone, make sure it's a shade or two lighter than your under-eye area. Only then it will be able to help in hiding the scars or spots on your face. If you want to pick the right shade, try applying a few different shades to your jawline to see which one matches your skin tone the best.
Also, always use natural light when applying concealer. Choose a shade one or two lighter than the shade you've chosen for the rest of your face to hide dark circles under the eyes or to enhance certain facial features. Also, choose colour one or two shades darker for contouring.
How many types of concealers are there?
We have told you how to choose a concealer according to your skin. Now know that there are many types of concealers and what kind of concealer works well on which type of skin.
Liquid concealer
You must have seen most of the women wearing this. It is very easy to blend and it works well on any skin type. It is good for covering pimples.
It is good for those with oily, sensitive, combination and acne-prone skin. It gives sheer coverage and comes in dewy, matte, satin and subtle shimmer. It didn't feel cakey and didn't clog pores either.
Cream concealers
If your skin is normal, dry, sensitive or a combination type, then you should use this concealer. It offers medium to fuller coverage and comes in creamy and semi-satin finishes. It is very smooth, so you can apply it well with a concealer brush, or makeup blender. However, keep in mind that after applying it, do not forget to set it with loose or pressed powder.
Stick concealers
This third type of concealer is good for dry and sensitive skin. It comes in a semi-solid texture and is slightly thick and creamy. It is applied by the dotting method and has a powdery matte finish. Keep in mind one thing it can clog your pores, so do not apply it to oily skin.
How to apply concealer?
You choose any kind of concealer. There will be only one technique to apply it on the face.
For any skin type, first, thoroughly cleanse your face. After that, a base should be made with moisturizer and primer. If you have normal or oily skin, a lightweight moisturizer with a matte finish will do.
After this, apply concealer wherever you want to hide blemishes on the face. Some women apply concealer after foundation. However, it is better to apply it first.
After this, dab it on the skin with a concealer brush and blend it. It is up to you whether you want to apply it with your fingers or a blender.
Liquid or cream concealers should not be applied over powder foundation as they can make the face feel sticky. If you use powder foundation, apply concealer first, let it set and then apply foundation.
While applying concealer under the eyes, use concealer with a shiny finish. This serves to hide the shadow area.
Can concealer be applied without foundation?
Of course, you can apply concealer even without foundation. If you just want to even out your skin tone, just apply concealer. However, keep in minds that choose the right concealer for this also. Such concealer does not cover your scars.
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