concealer
Fast help against pimples and dark circles
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A good concealer makes pimples and dark circles disappear quickly and easily and conjures up a fresh and even complexion. You can read here which product suits your skin best.
Cover sticks are among the most popular cosmetic products because small blemishes can be quickly corrected with the stick. Some cover sticks not only help visually against pimples and Co., but also contain skin care or antibacterial ingredients. You can find out here which concealer is the right one for your skin and how to use it correctly.
Is there a difference between cover stick and concealer?
Both beauty tools are there to even out small bumps on the face. A concealer is also a cover stick, but it is usually liquid and particularly suitable for the area under the eyes. You should also choose the concealer a shade lighter than your own skin tone to make your eyes look more awake and fresh.
a “normal” concealer is usually firmer, has a higher opacity and can thus cover pimples, scars and severe redness particularly effectively. The shade should match your natural skin color to be as invisible as possible after application.
Tip: With colored ones Color corrector concealers you can conceal severe redness or veins. A green concealer, for example, conceals redness particularly effectively. A yellow pen, on the other hand, helps with bluish shimmering veins. A soft purple can make sallow, yellow-tinged skin glow.
How to use a concealer
It is best to cleanse your skin, apply your moisturizer to it and leave it on for a few minutes before applying concealer. So your skin is optimally prepared. Now you can apply a small amount of concealer or concealer to the affected areas and gently use your fingertips or a Beauty Blender work into the skin. If dark circles or blemishes don’t go away completely after the first application, you can add another thin layer and blend until the desired result is achieved.
The right concealer for every skin type
There is a wide range of very different concealer sticks on the market. Some products moisturize, other products have an antibacterial effect. In the following you will find the right concealer for every skin and every application.
1. Concealer for under-eye circles
A concealer or concealer for covering under-eye circles should be runny and have a light to medium opacity in order to achieve a natural result. It is best to choose the shade a shade lighter than your skin tone for a more alert look.
Our recommendation: The “Extinguisher” concealer by Maybelline makes application particularly easy thanks to the integrated sponge applicator and impresses with a natural result and excellent value for money.
2. Cover-up stick for pimples
Some cover sticks not only conceal pimples visually, but also promote healing of the affected area. Cover sticks with zinc, salicylic acid or tea tree oil, for example, have an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect.
Our recommendation: The DermoPure concealer by Eucerin does not clog pores and fights pimples and blackheads with the help of salicylic acid.
3. Concealer for dry skin
If you have dry skin, you should use a concealer with nourishing ingredients such as vegetable oils, hyaluronic acid or aloe vera. If you tend to have sensitive skin, it is best to choose a product with a natural cosmetics seal.
Our recommendation: The concealer by dr. Hauschka is free of synthetic fragrances and preservatives and, thanks to medicinal plant extracts such as kidney vetch, allows impurities to fade away more quickly. Jojoba and apricot kernel oil prevent the skin from drying out.
4. Concealer for scars and pigment spots
Small scars or moles can make a face look charming or interesting. However, if you want to conceal them, you need a highly opaque concealer. Ideally, you should choose a product with a sun protection factor to protect sensitive areas from the sun.
Our recommendation: The Studio finish concealer from MAC convinces with high coverage and SPF 35.
Test winner at Öko-Test
If you want a concealer that scores particularly well in terms of environmental and skin compatibility, the test winners from Öko-Test offer you good guidance. A total of twenty concealers were examined for harmful substances and nanoparticles during the product test. As expected, it cut particularly well certified natural cosmetics including the Alverde Sensitive Concealer, the Terra Naturi Concealer and the one already mentioned above dr Hauschka concealer.
You can view the full test result for a fee on the Öko-Test website recall.