Concealer is a type of liquid face makeup used to help cover imperfections on the skin.
Concealer targets skin imperfections like dark circles, dark spots, and blemishes.
If you prefer to use a brush when applying concealer, use a small concealer brush that is flat and tapered at the end for easy application.
Although both color correctors and concealers do the job of helping cover imperfections, concealer makeup is flesh-colored, whereas a color correcting concealer is colorful, for example, green, to combat redness or apricot to neutralize dark circles.
Choosing a concealer shade can be overwhelming, depending on which makeup look you want. From using a shade lighter to highlight or a shade darker to contour, we’ve got you covered. Let Maybelline New York take the guesswork out of choosing a concealer for you and discover how to find the best concealer shade for your skin tone.
Although a popular trend is to mix concealer with a bit of red blush to combat dark undereye circles, your best bet is to use a concealer formulated explicitly for dark circles. Instant Age Rewind Hydrating Concealer is a multi-use concealer that conceals, contours, and corrects for up to 12 hours. No blush needed!
To achieve a more full-coverage finish, we recommend starting with foundation and then applying concealer. When you apply concealer first, you remove most of it when using foundation or powder.
To apply concealer, dot the concealer directly on top of whatever you want to conceal, then blend it in using either fingers, a sponge, or a brush. Start sparingly, as you can always apply more later if whatever you're covering isn't concealed enough.
There’s no secret where to put concealer because it’s completely versatile and can go anywhere you want to conceal, brighten, contour, or correct. It can conceal anything from blemishes, discoloration, scars and undereye circles to redness. You can also use it on your cheekbones, jawline, and nose for contouring or your eyelids as a primer for eyeshadow.
Makeup is for everyone—and anyone! The same concealer works just as well on men as it does on women, so go for it!
If you're trying to reshape eyebrows using concealer, it's best to choose a full-coverage formula that will cling to brow hairs and last all day. Try something like our new Super Stay Active Wear Concealer, which will last up to 30 hours. If you're looking for something to simply highlight the brow bone, use a lightweight concealer like Instant Eraser Concealer.
Choose the best under-eye concealer shade that matches your exact skin color—or go a shade or two lighter to brighten. You always want to apply under eye concealer exactly where you need it, right on the dark circles under the eyes, and blend it in.
When it comes to dry skin, choose a concealer with a hydrating formula that won't settle into fine lines and will add radiance. Instant Eraser is a perfect choice because it's infused with Goji berry and Haloxyl™ for extra glowy benefits.
Super Stay Longwear Concealer is a breathable, lightweight, oil-free formula that delivers up to 30HR wear and a natural, second-skin finish that doesn’t feel cakey on skin. Conceal acne, dark circles, and imperfections instantly for a perfectly even and natural complexion. Dermatologist tested and non-comedogenic.
The best concealer for oily skin is an oil-free, non-comedogenic concealer like our Fit Me Concealer, which is dermatologist-tested and won't clog pores. This comes in tons of skin-matching shades and conceals redness, flaws, and blemishes. Another great option is Super Stay Active Wear Concealer since it's budge-proof, transfer-proof and lasts up to 30 hours.
Concealer works just as well when you want some all-over coverage. To pull off a full face of concealer, you need to choose the right formula. You want to avoid thicker consistencies, like sticks—those will go on looking cakey and unnatural. Your best bet? A cream concealer like Instant Eraser. It's technically designed to cover up dark circles but works brilliantly for a full face of coverage. It's super-concentrated with up to 12 hours of moisturizing wear, giving skin a silky, hydrated radiance, even on fine lines. Plus, its sponge-tip applicator makes on-the-go beauty super easy. Just apply, click, and cover!
Mature skin craves a radiance-boosting concealer with a hydrating formula that won't settle into fine lines. Instant Age Rewind is a perfect choice! You’ll get up to 12 hours of moisturizing wear for crease-resistant coverage. Plus, it's infused with Goji berry and Haloxyl™ for extra glowy benefits.
Instant Age Rewind Eraser, is our best concealer for dark circles, without a doubt! This best under-eye concealer makes on-the-go beauty super-easy. For a brightening effect, use a concealer color that’s one to two shades lighter. Super Stay Active Wear Concealer is another excellent option. It's a lightweight, full-coverage liquid concealer and provides a lasting transformation for the under-eye area for up 30 hours.
