The 12 best concealers to transform your whole look, per extensive testing
A good concealer is a staple in anyone’s makeup bag — but I don’t have to tell you that.After all, finding the best concealer for you can impact whether your dark circles are completely camouflaged on your wedding day, or if that pesky pimple is sight-unseen on work headshots day.But, you don’t need to hit a life milestone or have a *very important day* at your 9-to-5 to reap the benefits of what a concealer should do: disguise discoloration, spot-correct bumps and blemishes and brighten and highlight wherever you see fit.“Shopping for a concealer is a personal process; you need to think about what you want the concealer to do for you,” David Razzano, Sephora beauty director, exclusively shared with me when I interviewed him in person, at the beauty store’s NYC location on 5th Avenue.
“If you’re looking for a concealer to cover a blemish, then that may lead you to different options than if you are looking for something to use under the eye.”The best under-eye concealer, per Razzano, should have a smooth, silky formula that glides on and blends easily and evenly.This is important so that you can achieve the desired effect of coverage and brightening without adding unwanted texture to your eyes.From NARS to Tarte, I’ve been skipping through Sephora shelves to find the crème de la crème of concealers since the days of having a school locker and shopping at Forever 21 (note to reader: Forever 21 still rules).
As a beauty reviews professional and commerce reporter, I know a thing or two about the doe foot applicators that glide and the formulations that last, the concealers that color-correct and those that unfortunately smear past.After more than five years in the testing arena (aka, my bathroom vanity), I put together this guide on the best concealers piece by piece so you can swiftly find the tube or pot for you.When paired with the best makeup primer for longevity and a foundation, be it full-coverage or one for dry or mature skin, t...