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Applying Concealer - How to apply concealers?
Many people are worried about those blemishes and scars they have on their faces which make them stay home when everyone else is partying. Concealers are the best solution for those ugly looking skin blemishes and patches. They are meant to hide anything they are onto. :)
Why to apply concealers?
A concealer is used to cover up blemishes, like dark Spots Or patches. It helps to produce an even colour tone. Concealer sticks are popular as they are easy to apply. If you wish to cover up pits In the skin, you can use a fine brush to apply the concealer into the pits.
Concealers are meant to conceal - not to draw attention to themselves, or the area they're meant to hide. The best way to ensure that they do just that is to choose a color that's a half-shade lighter than your skin's natural tone.
How to apply concealers
- First, chose the shade of your concealer carefully: For pale skin, use a light beige with yellow undertones. For olive skin, use a medium beige with pink undertones. And for darker skin, use a medium to medium-dark shade with peach undertones.
- Gently patting as you go, apply moisturizing eye cream about one inch below the eye.
- Next, lightly place a small bit of concealer directly over the area. You can use a small, square, flat concealer brush or you can dot it on with your finger.
- Blend with a soft touch, adding a hint more moisturizer if necessary for a more translucent finish.
Tips on applying concealers
- Always start with less than you think you need. You can add more if needed, but the idea is to use as little as possible.
- Concealer helps cover up acne. Use a yellow-based concealer to help hide the redness associated with acne.
- Apply concealer sparingly. Too thick might conceal better, but it will also be too noticeable.
- If the color is right, you shouldn't need to pack it on, which is probably what's creating the crepey look you are experiencing.
- Be especially careful when applying concealer in the lip area, however, as it can interfere with lip color.
- Test concealer on your face just as you would foundation. Skin tone on your hand or wrist may be different than on your face.
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