The best budget concealers: heavy and very heavy

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Many of us apply makeup to our faces every day. Some limit themselves to lipstick, others to eye shadow or mascara. But now, more than ever, an ideal, even complexion is in fashion, and various decorative products can help us achieve it.

What is eye concealer for? I will try to answer this question in this article. In fact, there is a little confusion here because there is also a concealer, as well as the foundation itself. But first things first.

Concealer - what kind of decorative product is it?

First of all, I would like to say that concealer is not a mandatory product and many girls get by with just one foundation. The main function of concealer is to mask imperfections under the eyes, because its texture is much denser and there is much more pigment in it than in foundation.

Basically, the concealer has a liquid consistency and comes in a tube similar to lip gloss, but it can also have a creamy texture, located in a special jar. And the color can vary from light beige to dark beige. When choosing a concealer, it is advisable to give preference to a lighter shade, about half a tone.

The concealer copes very well with dark circles around the eyes, removes bruises, and makes the look rested and fresher.

The only exception is reflective concealers. Since they are applied in a light translucent tone and due to their texture they will not be able to cover very noticeable circles under the eyes, but they can be used during the day to correct makeup.

Therefore, if you haven’t gotten enough sleep, are tired, are sick, and need to look great, then you should think about purchasing a product such as a concealer. Despite its dense pigmented consistency, if it is correctly matched to the skin color, it is completely invisible on the face.

More expensive options may contain:

• vitamins;
• antioxidants;
• various moisturizing components.

What is concealer and how to properly apply it to your face

What woman doesn’t dream of eternal youth and beauty?! A whole set of decorative cosmetics is involved in making this dream come true. Let's take a look at the makeup bag of the average representative of the fair sex. What do you see there? Mascara, lipstick, foundation, compact powder. Wait, what is concealer? How to use a product with a name that is unclear to many?

Concealer is your cosmetic lifesaver

Concealer is a cosmetic product that allows you to hide pimples and circles under the eyes, redness and fine wrinkles, age spots and freckles, scars and bruises. When compared to classic foundation, concealer is more effective. It is able to disguise even defects that foundation could not cope with. And a skillful combination of these products will turn your face into a real work of art.

Classification of concealers

A huge range of concealing cosmetics can confuse even experienced makeup artists. What can we say about those who see this product for the first time? Our tips will help you quickly navigate and make the right choice.

• Liquid concealer

Easy to apply, blends well, makes skin lighter, masks redness well, suitable for sensitive and dry skin. Apply precisely in the area around the lips and eyes, as well as on the wings of the nose. Most often used when creating evening makeup. The only caveat is that liquid concealer does not hide acne well and is absolutely not suitable for use during the day.

• Cream concealer

Applied in any way, be it a sponge, brush or fingers, it has a soft texture that ensures even application to the skin. This product is universal, so if you are looking for a concealer under the eyes, but are going to cover many other areas of the face, choose this one.

• Mineral concealer (dry)

An ideal solution for oily and problematic skin. Created on the basis of mineral powder, particles of which absorb excess sebum and mask acne, pimples and other “charms”. Good coverage provides complete coverage of severe redness and blue discoloration under the eyes. And the natural composition of this product also has a healing effect.

A new product in “camouflage” cosmetology. It can hide even large wrinkles and extensive redness without creating the effect of a so-called mask. This is possible thanks to unique particles that create a 3D effect and make the face as natural as possible.

• Concealer stick (stick)

Solid mattifying agent, hides small pimples and minor nasolabial wrinkles, small blood vessels and small spots, age spots and depressions from scars. Using the stick you can hide redness around the nose, chin or cheeks. But, unfortunately, it is absolutely powerless against wrinkles around the eyes, bulging pimples and other irregularities. This concealer is applied pointwise to small areas of the skin and does not require rubbing. Lasts long enough and does not smear. After treatment with a pencil, the skin does not lose its natural appearance.

• Hydrating concealer

Creamy product. Masks wrinkles and bruises in the eye area, creating a dense, opaque coating on the skin. It applies softly, blends easily and does not forget the pores. Used in winter to prevent dry skin around the eyes.

• Concealer-highlighter

Masks minor imperfections of the skin and gives it some radiance, illuminating the darkest areas. It has a fairly rich structure – both in color and consistency. When using such a concealer, it is important not to overdo it, since overly highlighted areas of the face do not look very attractive.

Concealer – determining the spectrum of action

When choosing a concealer for the face, you need to clearly understand what areas of the skin it is intended for and what problems it will have to deal with. Each tool has its own list of requirements, which you can familiarize yourself with right now.

The concealer should be hypoallergenic, light and not very dry. The kit includes a brush or sponge for application. In this case, you should not use your fingers, as they can stretch the delicate skin. Pay attention to the composition of cosmetics - the concealer must contain reflective particles. They are responsible for the youthful and fresh appearance of your skin.

• For the skin around the lips

The texture of the concealer is soft and translucent. It must be applied with a special brush and secured with a light foundation.

The main conditions are ease of application and dense texture of the concealer. As for the shade, it can be a little lighter than your natural tone, but not more than one position.

This concealer consists of hyaluronic acid and masking particles. This combination makes it indispensable in the fight against existing age-related changes and allows you to avoid the appearance of new ones. Apply concealer in a very thin layer. Otherwise, you will further emphasize folds and wrinkles.

Visually lifts the eyebrows, makes the gaze more open, erases signs of fatigue and gives the face a rested look. In this case, we advise you to give preference to a white concealer; it has the greatest ability to reflect sunlight. It should be applied directly under the eyebrow line.

Now you know what concealer is and what types it comes in. It remains to clarify a few more very important points.

How to choose a concealer color?

The miraculous properties of concealing cosmetics can only manifest themselves if the correct shade is chosen, and the color range of concealers is as wide as that of foundations. The ideal shade can be achieved by mixing colors that complement and neutralize each other.

• To disguise dark circles under the eyes, choose a tone that contains a minimum of blue pigment. For example, orange or yellow.
• Lilac is suitable for hiding age spots.
• To disguise acne and redness, green is suitable.
• For fair-haired girls with redness on the skin, it is better to choose a blue concealer color.
• For dull and gray skin, pink is the best color.

Remember: all colored concealers must be covered with an opaque powder or foundation.

Learning to apply concealer correctly

Buying a concealer is one thing, but knowing how to apply concealer correctly is quite another, because even the most expensive and high-quality cosmetics, used for other purposes, can play a cruel joke on you.

Basic rules for applying concealer

1. Cleanse your skin with toner and apply moisturizer.
2. When applying the product, take about a step away from the mirror. You can get closer while shading.
3. Make sure you have good lighting. It is advisable to do make-up in daylight. This will make it easier for you to determine the correct shade and guess the thickness of the layer.
4. You can apply concealer with a flat brush, sponge or fingers. When giving preference to the latter, do not forget to warm them well - this will improve the final result. But the sponge and brush should be sprinkled with water.
5. Use a regular mirror without magnifying effect.
6. If necessary, apply the product several times.
7. Do not mask damaged skin, this will lead to an increase in inflammation.
8. At the end of the procedure, wash your hands, sponges and brushes with warm water.

And now about all this in more detail.

How to remove dark circles under the eyes

• Apply one or two dots at the inner corner of the eyes and three or four under the lower eyelid.
• Blend the concealer with light patting movements.
• Evaluate the result. Not satisfying? Apply another layer.
• Set your makeup with loose powder.

How to disguise scars and pockmarks

• Apply concealer with an angled brush, carefully filling every indentation of the skin. Make sure that it does not protrude beyond the boundaries of the pockmarks. Then go over the skin with a powder puff.
• For raised scars, the product is patted into the skin and again secured with loose powder.

How is concealer different from corrector?

The corrector can have different colors in its palette and it allows you to disguise various problems that exist on the skin. Color correctors are usually applied before foundation, and nude correctors are applied after it and spot-on.

In decorative cosmetics stores, they usually do not differentiate between these products, so it can be confusing, this arises due to the fact that these products are called differently in different countries. But in Russia, concealer is applied primarily under the eyes.

Peculiarities

One of the tools used to correct eyebrows is a pencil. Contouring has some benefits. You can use a pencil to create clear and regular strokes. You can change the shape of the arcs and choose any shade.

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When choosing, you need to consider how hard the lead of the instrument is. A soft pencil is more often used if the dermis is dry, but the disadvantage of using it is that it does not last very long and can spread. Hard lead is denser, fits well on oily skin and does not smear.

There are mechanical and automatic, classical means; they can be one-sided or two-sided, and contain a brush or brush for application. There are different consistencies of the product:

Powder - most often the product is used when performing professional makeup. It is durable, applies evenly to oily dermis, and does not spread. The lines become more expressive.

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Wax - allows you not only to create a new shade, but also to model and style your hair. The pencil usually contains beeswax, which retains its shape for a long time.

Liquid – it’s easy to use, you can get a bright tone and clear lines. If applied incorrectly, makeup may smudge.

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An alternative to a pencil is an eyebrow gel, which allows you to create a new shape and tone your hair. The advantage of using it is that you can fix your hair for the whole day, a natural shine appears, and visually the arches look more voluminous.

To obtain the effect of tattooing, marker gels containing henna are used. They allow you to get long-term results. Gel mascara comes with a special brush that can be used to comb and style your hair in the desired direction. Additionally, the lines are colored.

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Gel-cream is used to mask gaps and make arches visually thicker and more voluminous. Some time after application, the cream hardens and allows the result to last for several hours.

One of the popular correctors for arcs is powder. This product is often confused with shadows, but it has some differences - it can be transparent. The advantage of using powder is that it applies better and lasts longer on the face. Powder allows you to add volume. The product is usually sold complete with wax and a special pencil.

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Special matte shadows are used to tint the eyebrows. These correctors are long lasting and easy to use. You need to apply the substance to your hair using an applicator or brush, the result is fixed with a special gel.

How to use concealer correctly?

First, you need to cleanse your face, as usual, this is done before any makeup. Then tone and apply moisturizer to your face, and don’t forget about eye cream. Allow the products to absorb well.

Then apply the following products one after another (not all can be applied at once):

1. base;
2. corrector;
3. Foundation;
4. concealer.

Concealer is used last. I learned about the correct application of concealer under the eyes from professional makeup artist Elena Krygina, and I still use her advice to this day.

Many concealers can dry out the skin around the eyes, and therefore you can apply a special base designed specifically for concealer, especially for mature skin.

Sponge is the best option

When using liquid concealer in lip gloss form, follow these steps:

• First, the concealer is applied to the inner corner of the eye and drawn as if with rays in different directions, then using a sponge, preferably a beauty blender, the boundaries are thoroughly shaded;
• Next, the product is applied to the outer corner of the eye, while it is necessary to draw a line from bottom to top, towards the temple, and also carefully shade everything with a sponge;
• Then you need to apply concealer under the eyes in even horizontal stripes about one centimeter down and blend everything thoroughly with a sponge;
• Finally, the area where you applied the concealer needs to be powdered, and it is advisable to do this with light loose powder, otherwise the product will quickly roll up and get into folds.

There are other ways you can apply creamy concealer.

Brushes like a pro

You can apply a few drops of concealer around the eyes, starting from the inner corner moving to the outer corner, but not going beyond the problem area, and then use makeup brushes.

These can be small fluffy brushes, either with double bristles (artificial and natural) or completely natural (as for shading shadows). Makeup with their help turns out natural and natural.

How to make foundation liquid. How to apply liquid foundation (step by step instructions)

Liquid foundation can transform you, or it can only bring you frustration, it’s true. And the point here is not only in the quality of the product, but also in the ability to use it. Our instructions will help you discover the real benefits of liquid foundation. 1. You need a good wide brush to apply liquid foundation. Round (or oval) at the base. The edge of the brush is flat or with a slight arc. Different brands have their own markings for brush sizes, so be guided visually. The width of the base of the brush (from where the bristles “grow”) should be approximately 15-20 mm, brushes for artists are marked this way - by the width of the base, that is, if you buy it in a store for artists, the brush will be numbered 15, 16, 17 etc.

2. It’s better to work like this: pour a small amount of product onto the back of your hand and dip the brush. You can also use a palette - plastic or glass. 3. Let's start with the nose. We simply make a stroke on the nose, then on the cheeks (towards the center), and also on the chin (two strokes towards the conditional line dividing the face into two parts).

4. Using the amount of product left on the brush, apply strokes around the lips. Avoid the nasolabial fold for now.

5. This step is for those who are used to using foundation rather than concealer in the eye area. You need to take a little tone on the outer edge of the brush, put dots under the eyes (not on the lower eyelid, but where there are usually dark circles under the eyes). Make strokes towards the inner corners of the eyes. Apply the liquid foundation to the upper eyelid, including the eyebrows.

6. Forehead. You should have about 1/3 left of the amount of makeup you took for makeup. Take the liquid foundation back onto the brush. You need to cover your forehead, pay special attention to the hairline, it is often forgotten (like the chin), and because of this, the makeup looks like a mask. In this instruction, we are considering makeup when almost the entire face is covered with foundation, with the exception of the nasolabial folds, so you need to cover the entire forehead and hairline. Carefully. But, by the way, it should be said that some make-up artists now practice such make-up when only problem areas of the face, where one’s own skin tone is not even, are covered with a foundation. This method can also be followed, but the selection of the foundation shade must be perfect.

7. Chin. Take the remaining product on the brush, make strokes under the chin (upwards to connect with the tone placed on the chin) and from the face downwards, the tone transition line will be invisible. Apply lightly where the ears connect to the face as well, so that there are no “white” spots.

8. Whole face. Now you need to blend the entire face, removing excess product, distributing the tone evenly. Make light dotted strokes. At the same time, the nasolabial folds will be covered with a minimal amount of product, which will eliminate unpleasant folds and accumulation of foundation in them.

9. When there is no product left on the brush, you should once again go over your face with the same almost dry brush, in a circular motion. This will allow the product to best connect with the skin and accept its structure. Work quickly until the base begins to become more viscous (usually within 2-3 minutes).

10. You can start with makeup using only creamy textures, such as blush and liner. 11. The decisive step. Don't forget about him. After 3-5 minutes of applying the liquid foundation, take a cloth and pat your entire face, avoiding your nose if you have large pores. Pay attention to the eyelids and corners of the eyes, there may be excess product that has collected in the folds. Once again, turn to the nasolabial folds, there you can go over the brush again, blending out the accumulation of tone.

12. Now it's time for the powder. Apply with a brush, as if pushing it into the skin, but with light movements. 13. Start applying makeup with powder textures - blush, bronzer. Apply, blending well. Did you find this instruction difficult? Don't rush to conclusions. Everything will take you no more than 5 minutes, and during this time you will see smooth, even and porcelain skin reflected in the mirror. One last tip: always use a clean brush. Wash every 3-4 days. Wipe with a cloth after each use. Try dampening the brush a little with water before applying if you find it difficult to get a good distribution of the product at first, this will help the brush glide over your skin better and apply the foundation evenly.

What is an eyebrow corrector?

Corrective gels used to change shape are available in two versions - colored and transparent. Transparent ones retain natural color and are used to preserve the natural shape or easily adjust it. This product is suitable for girls with thick, but not obedient eyebrows.

Coloring agents are used not only to fix the shape, but also to give a certain shade.

The color palette is varied, so it will not be difficult to choose the tone that is closest to natural.

When choosing a corrector, it is important to choose a tone that is 1-2 darker and lighter than your native one. For parties, you can choose a product with glitter.

The consistency should not be like glue; quality products always have a light texture that allows you to separate the hairs. High-quality correctors are durable and not afraid of moisture.