My Top Concealer Picks For My Personal & Professional Makeup Kit
- VALAN
- Jan 8, 2024
- 5 min read
Updated: Feb 5, 2024
Hey there, wonderful readers! Big thanks to everyone, whether you're a seasoned blog buddy or a first-timer – your presence makes this space awesome. Hope your holidays rocked! Now, let's jump into the New Year with a beauty favorite: CONCEALERS! If makeup lingo is a bit confusing, don't worry—I'm here to demystify foundation, concealer, and corrector. Ready for a fun beauty chat?
Let's break it down in a straightforward way:
Foundation is like the base layer of makeup. It's the starting point that evens out your skin tone and creates a smooth surface for everything else. Essentially, it's there to make your skin look uniformed and even.
Corrector is more like a problem-solver. It's targeted at specific issues like intense dark circles or redness. It's job is to neutralize those problem areas before you put on foundation or concealer.
Now, concealer steps in to tackle anything that your foundation didn't cover entirely. It's used to hide blemishes, cover dark spots, and sometimes even brighten certain areas for a more polished appearance.
But here's the twist: Concealer has evolved beyond its traditional role. People now use it strategically as a highlighter. By picking a shade slightly lighter than their foundation. By applying it to particular spots like under the eyes or the bridge of the nose, it brightens those areas, creating a contrast that adds depth and glow to your face.
In essence, foundation sets the stage, corrector handles specific color issues, and concealer covers what's left and can even add a bit of extra radiance. Together, they work to give your face a flawless and well-finished appearance.
So with that said, allow me to share my current top 5 concealers with you. Navigating the world of concealers can be overwhelming due to the multitude of options in terms of finishes, uses, and coverage levels. Instead of inundating you with numerous choices, I've carefully selected my top five concealers and will explain why each one made the cut.
Meet my makeup must-have – Make Up For Ever's ULTRA HD Concealer! This little gem is like an Instagram filter in a tube. It sets itself, brightens up those tired eyes, and gives me a flawless, glowy finish.
This concealer works undercover, hiding dark circles and imperfections without needing setting spray. The texture is so smooth, making it feel like my own skin but better. Plus, it comes in 20 shades, so there's a match for everyone.
This particular concealer has secured its place as a staple in my personal makeup kit due to its exceptional elasticity. Notably, it imparts a healthy, youthful, and hydrated appearance to my clients' skin, making it a preferred choice for achieving a rejuvenated and vibrant complexion.
Introducing Fenty Beauty's Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Concealer – a creamy and creaseproof essential with 50 soft matte shades. Since its debut, it's been my reliable choice, delivering a thicker liquid consistency for that needed extra coverage.
This concealer excels at brightening under eyes, concealing imperfections, and reducing redness for long-lasting, photo-ready results. A crucial tip: proper prep is essential. Despite being marketed as medium to full coverage, I find it leans more towards full coverage. However, be mindful of application; if not distributed thinly after setting with baking powder, it may occasionally result in a slightly cakey finish. Elevate your makeup routine with this go-to for flawlessly covered imperfections, ensuring a perfected look with careful application.
Next up, the Radiant Creamy Concealer, my #1 pick in my professional makeup kit and the secret to Muni Long's flawless look. It's not just a concealer; it's a powerhouse that brightens, corrects, and perfects all day long.
Why is it the go-to? This cult-classic offers a luxurious texture and a luminous finish, providing 16-hour perfection for all skin tones. Packed with a Multi-Active Botanical Blend, it not only covers but also firms, reduces redness, and keeps skin hydrated for a solid 24 hours.
With 30 shades to choose from, it's a versatile solution with medium, buildable coverage and a crease-resistant formula. The unique powders don't mask imperfections; they optically correct them, leaving a flawless finish.
Don't just take my word for it – 95% agree it smooths out the skin, 93% say it brightens the eye area, and 92% see a reduction in visible signs of fatigue. Plus, it's dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested, sweat- and water-resistant, and suitable for all skin types.
Meet the go-to concealer, crowned the #1 concealer brand. What makes it a standout? It's a full-coverage formula with a natural matte finish, smoothing and brightening for an instant eye lift. With a crease-proof design ensuring 16 hours of flawless wear, its tape technology™ erases fine lines and wrinkles. Application is a breeze thanks to the jumbo speed smoother™, and it proudly stands as vegan and cruelty-free. Traveling? There's a TSA-approved travel-size option.
Real-world testing by Tartelettes™ attests to its prowess. A unanimous 100% agree it avoids creasing or cakey looks, excelling in making skin smoother and covering dark circles. Clinically, it ticks the boxes: vegan, dermatologist tested, 16-hour wear, 12-hour crease-proof, and waterproof. Formulated without parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, triclosan, sodium lauryl sulfate, and gluten, it champions clean beauty.
The magic formula includes shea butter for skin elasticity, mango butter for moisturizing, and licorice root for brightening dark circles.
While it's highly acclaimed, personal preference plays a role. Despite its top-rated status, my personal experience didn't draw me back. A standout feature, though, is the big doe foot applicator for easy gliding without double dipping.
Last but certainly not least, uncover a versatile medium-to-full coverage concealer, praised for its comprehensive coverage, sculpting abilities, and hydrating qualities, providing a lightweight, crease-proof, and natural finish. My introduction to this outstanding concealer occurred last year when I received a generous goodie bag at one of the Gifting Suite's during LA's award season. What caught my attention were the extensive rich color options and the transformative luminosity it bestowed upon my skin, leaving it remarkably supple.
This creamy concealer stands out with its 92% natural formulation, emphasizing its dedication to cleanliness by being vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, fragrance-free, silicone-free, alcohol-free, and gluten-free.
This concealer has no creasing for 12 hours. It is lightweight, smooth, comfortable, and hydrating.
Notably, this concealer has earned acclaim, securing the title of "Best Concealer" in Cosmopolitan's Holy Grail Beauty Award for 2023. Its transformative qualities and consumer approval establish it as a noteworthy addition to any beauty routine.
In Conclusion
I trust this list of my current top 5 concealers assists you in discovering a new favorite for both your personal and professional makeup kit. My fondness for concealer is such that if I had to choose between foundation and concealer, I would undoubtedly opt for the latter. Thank you for engaging with this week's blog post. I always anticipate hearing from you, whether it's a makeup-related query or any other topic—I'm here to assist. Your feedback is invaluable, so feel free to share if you find the information useful.
Lastly, I understand that navigating the realm of makeup artistry can be overwhelming. That's why I've created a dedicated space on this site where you can enroll in my Masterclass. It covers everything from color theory to skin tones, skincare, and more. The Masterclass includes helpful PDFs and is available for just $30. Join me, and together, let's elevate your makeup skills. Until next time, xoxo.
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