How To Use Concealer To Fade Dark Circles And Pimples

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JAKARTA - Acne, age spots, skin hyperpigmentation, and dark circles are a number of skin problems that are normal for everyone. It's hard to get rid of overnight, but all these problems can be disguised with the help of a concealer.

The presence of concealer in various consistencies from liquid to cream with a matte, glowing, to flawless finish, is certainly a powerful solution for women to disguise skin problems. However, the key to success lies in finding the right formula and tone for your skin problem. Adapting to Good Housekeeping, Tuesday, March 1, here are the makeup tips and tricks you need to know to make your concealer look perfect.

Start choosing the right concealer

Finding the right concealer color tone is very important. For the bottom of the eye, choose a color lighter than your skin tone. "This will lighten the under-eye area and reduce dark circles," says makeup artist Erica Whelan. For age spots, scars and hyperpigmentation, "choose a concealer shade that matches the color of your foundation," she says.

In particular, the concealers are also divided into several shades for the best concealment. Orange color for under-eye circles and dark spots due to sun or aging. The green color hides the red stain. Yellow concealer helps improve uneven skin tone caused by redness or hyperpigmentation.

For mature skin and eye bags, opt for a luminizing formula that will reflect light and add shine to the skin, but make sure the concealer isn't shimmery as this can settle into fine lines and end up highlighting what you're trying to hide.

Use skincare and foundation first

Apply moisturizer, primer, and foundation before applying concealer. If you apply foundation first, you will mask the appearance of problem skin and allow you to use less concealer. If you don't use foundation at all and only use spot-conceal, be sure to hydrate your skin first.

Hide dark circles under the eyes with the right application of concealer

If you want to lighten dark circles under your eyes, choose a concealer that has a radiant or luminizing formula, says Whelan. Experts prefer liquid formulas for the thin skin around the eyes, as creams and thicker formulas can settle into fine lines and wrinkles.

Instead of applying concealer in a semicircle, draw an inverted triangle that accentuates the front area of your face and creates the illusion of being lifted. For best results, "spot concealer under the eyes and tap product into place with your ring finger or a small, soft eyeshadow brush," says Whelan.

Cover blemishes and acne

If you've dealt with your acne with your skincare routine but want to temporarily hide any bumps or redness, "choose a heavier cream formula like stick concealer," advises Whelan, and apply with a "fine-pointed brush for concealer exactly where you want it. Blend it in." Gently blend the edges of the concealer using a brush, sponge edge, or fingers to blend into the skin for a seamless blend.

Fades dark spots and hyperpigmentation

Choose a heavier cream formula to cover age spots or hyperpigmentation. The consistency should be thick enough to cover the dark stains. Apply foundation first to even out skin tone, then apply concealer to the areas you want to cover up with maximum coverage. If your skin is dry, use a hydrating formula, not a matte one.

Use a tissue to prevent the concealer from clumping

Prevent concealer clumps in the creases around the eyes by removing excess product after application. The trick, separate the tissue into two layers, and press one tissue against the skin to remove excess oil or product that is too thick.

Set with powder for long lasting

If you have oily skin, make sure to apply a concealer with powder to keep it set. Do this by lightly tapping translucent powder over the area. This helps the concealer stay on all day long.