Sometimes we have just a little bit
more to hide than usual…a blemish here, a few dark spots there, dark
circles under the eyes...That’s where a good concealer comes in. While
foundations will provide overall coverage and even out the skin - the
under eye area, lower cheek, and jawline areas often need a thicker, more
dense formulation.
Many concealers made by major
cosmetics companies suffer from some of the same issues as their
foundations - they are too pink or orange for many women of color, the
shade range is very limited and/or are too drying.
We have rounded up our top picks
for concealers that are best for women of color. They come in many price
ranges and formulations, so there’s something for everybody!
Concealer should always be your
exact shade or 1 shade lighter (maximum!) than your natural skin tone
for best results.
Also use a light hand when
applying concealer. You can always “build” to the coverage you want,
and this way you won't get that “cakey” look.
For a flawless look, apply
concealer to necessary areas AFTER applying your foundation.
If you have dry skin, always prep
skin with a light moisturizer before applying concealer.
Use a small brush to dab onto
blemishes/dark spots. Fingertips are fine for the under eye area.
Always have two concealers on
hand - one for when you are tanned (real or not!) and one for your
normal skin color.
Use a small brush to dab onto
blemishes/dark spots. Fingertips are fine for the under eye area.
Always have two concealers on
hand - one for when you are tanned (real or not!) and one for your
normal skin color.
Christian Dior - Dior lift Smoothing
Anti-Fatique Concealer
This is a liquid concealer with
sponge applicator. Our testers noticed that it visibly smoothed under eye
circles, fine lines, and blemishes. It also contains anti-oxidant and
hydrating ingredients and did not cake during the day. Shades contain a
good amount of yellow which blended well.
Price $22.50
Available at Sephora
I-Iman Concealer
This is a liquid concealer with
sponge applicator. This medium-coverage concealer did a very good job of
neutralizing dark circles and small imperfections for a flawless looking
complexion. Ideal for all skin types. Very nice shade range and a
moisturizing but not oily formulation. Shades we tried: #1, 3, 5
Price $18
Available at Sephora
L'Oreal Visible Lift Line
Minimizing Concealer
Cream in a tube applicator.
Provides great light to medium coverage and works well for those with
yellow undertones. Did not cake or feel dry during the day. Shade range
was not very extensive but was formulation was impressive for a drugstore
brand. This product was also great for our testers with more mature
skin, as the product did not "settle" into small lines around
the eye. Shades we tried: Medium,
Medium/Deep
Price $8.99
Available at Drugstore.com
Sue Devitt Automatic Camouflage
Concealer
This is a liquid concealer with
sponge applicator in a convenient twist up application. This contains
Nylon-12, an ingredient which actually “bends” with human skin.
Provides flawless, long-lasting coverage. Shade range was not extensive,
but product was one of our tester's favorites for it's creamy formula,
packaging and ability to cover blemishes and dark circles. Shades we tried: Great Sandy
Desert, Nullarbor Plain
Price $21
Available at Sephora
Lancome MAQUICOMPLET Complete
Coverage Concealer
$23.00
This creamy, liquid concealer hides
flaws, blemishes and dark circles with full, natural-looking coverage.
This was another big winner with our testers. Great shade range and the
fomula was easy to blend and covered well. Formula did not cake during the
day and a "little went a long way" according to one of our
testers. Shades we tried: Cameé, Medium
Bisque, Suede
Price $23
Available at Sephora
Honorable Mentions:
Prescriptives Camouflage Cream
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