Which Skin Types Is Concealer Suitable For?

Concealers of different textures are suitable for different skin types. Simply choose one that matches your skin type and tone.

Key Application Tips for Concealer

Press and blend gently: It’s cringe-worthy to see models rub their under-eye makeup roughly. No matter how much you dislike your dark circles, never press or blend concealer forcefully. Remember, the skin around the eyes is extremely delicate—go easy on it if you don’t want to add more fine lines!

Use different texture concealers for different areas: This is similar to taking painkillers for a headache or cough syrup for a cough. If you choose an overly dry concealer for the eye area, it will crack and peel off soon, looking worse than not concealing at all. Using a thin liquid concealer to cover acne is also useless—it won’t hide blemishes, making all your efforts in vain.

Blend quickly: Most concealers dry fast. Once applied, blend it out as soon as possible.

Apply foundation first: This ensures an even skin tone. Applying only concealer will look abrupt, while concealing before foundation will greatly reduce the concealing effect.

Set with loose powder: Loose powder not only sets the makeup but also prevents dirt in the air from adhering to the sticky concealer, keeping the entire makeup look clean and fresh.

Conceal moderately: No one wants skin that looks plastic. Moderate concealing is enough to showcase your good skin texture!

Bonus: Texture Selection for Different Skin Types

To better match your skin type, here’s a quick guide: Liquid concealers are ideal for oily/combination skin (lightweight and non-greasy); cream concealers suit normal/dry skin (moisturizing and long-lasting); stick concealers work well for areas needing heavy coverage (e.g., acne scars) on normal skin but should be avoided by dry skin as they may accentuate dryness.