Should you put concealer under eyes?

Even though you might be tempted to sweep your concealer directly on top of your under-eye circles or under-eye bags, don't—that'll actually highlight puffiness. Instead, draw your concealer in an upside-down triangle shape (pictured above) to help brighten up your face and de-emphasize any discoloration.

Do you put concealer under your eyes?

When using an under-eye concealer, many people focus on the dark circles beneath their eyes. It's also essential to apply and blend concealer into the inner corners of the eyes.

Does concealer make under eyes worse?

Circles and bags under the eyes are tricky, confirms Laurel Geraghty, MD, a dermatologist in Medford, Oregon. “Concealer can make them look more pronounced,” she notes, “especially if it doesn't sit flawlessly on the skin, it isn't moisturizing enough, or if it dries you out.”

Is foundation or concealer better for under eyes?

If you have dark under eyes, you need to use a concealer. Face foundations have liquid formulas that might not be suitable for the under-eye area. People who have an even skin tone but need to hide some blemishes can use concealer and skip foundation.

Should I put foundation under my eyes?

Never put concealer or foundation on your eyelids as a base, it will cause your eye makeup to crease. Use your fingers to apply your foundation if you want sheer coverage and a brush for medium to full coverage.

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Should under eye concealer be lighter than foundation?

"Always go a shade lighter than your foundation." The lighter tone will cancel out dark discoloration, but be careful not to go too fair. Concealers that are more than one shade lighter than your skin tone can leave you with a ghostly shadow. If you bought the wrong color, there's a quick fix.

Do you put concealer on before or after powder?

"Cover problem areas with concealer first, apply powder so it doesn't move, then put your foundation on."

Should you let foundation dry before applying concealer?

The trick is to wait until the foundation dries and thickens a bit (it will eventually reach the consistency of concealer) before trying to blend it. If you blend it too soon, the foundation will look too sheer and rub off, leaving you with some not-so-concealed spots.

Does everyone need concealer?

Using a concealer is NOT necessary for everyone, but it can be a great way to brighten up your face and hide blemishes. If you have good skin with no dark circles under your eyes, you can skip using it. However, if you have minor blemishes that you want to hide, using a concealer is the best idea.

Why do my under eyes still look dark with concealer?

You're not using a color corrector first

If you find that your under eye area still looks dark after applying concealer, even ashy grey, you likely need to use a color corrector first to neutralize the darkness before you use a concealer to cover and brighten.

Why do I still have dark circles after concealer?

You're Not Setting Properly

Set your concealer (especially under the eyes) with a loose powder—otherwise it will rub off easily and allow dark circles to peek through.

Why does my concealer look cakey under my eyes?

The main reason why your concealer looks cakey is because of the extra makeup on top of your skin. You could also be using the wrong concealer formula, tools, or blending technique. To fix cakey under eye concealer, use a damp makeup sponge to add some hydration to the eye area.

Do you put concealer on your whole face?

You can always add a little more if necessary. This is one of the most key facets of how to apply concealer, so listen up: You also don't want to put concealer all over your face—that's what foundation is for. Stick with applying it on key spots only—which we'll break down more as we go.

In what order do you apply makeup?

Can you just wear concealer?

If you're looking for a lighter-weight alternative to foundation but don't want to rely on a tinted moisturizer or CC cream, we recommend using concealer alone. It's true, with the right long-wearing or hydrating concealer formula, you'll be able to cover imperfections, even out and keep your complexion looking fresh.

What goes first eyeliner or mascara?

Mascara is great for making your eyes pop, but the key is to make applying it the last thing you do, not the first. If you attempt to put eyeliner on over already mascara-coated lashes, they may get in the way, making it difficult to line the roots.

How long should you let your concealer sit before blending?

However, you will get better results when you let your concealer stay on the skin for at least five to ten minutes before blending. Concealer might separate under the eyes if it's not applied correctly. This trick allows your body heat to cook the concealer and let it melt into your skin.

Should I use dark or light concealer for dark circles?

Ideally, you will have one shade lighter than your foundation. The lighter shade will help to brighten your under-eyes. Try not to go too light, which can actually age you more. Once you have the right shade, apply a thin layer under your eyes in a triangle shape.

How do I keep my makeup from settling under my eye wrinkles?

The first step to prevent your concealer from settling into those crevasses under your eyes is primer. You can use an eye cream as a primer since it can easily absorb into your skin. If you do this, you should give it a few minutes to thoroughly soak into your skin before you go in with a concealer.

Which concealer is best for dark circles?

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Why do my dark circles look worse?

Structural dark circles can worsen due to weight loss. Vascular dark circles are caused by the presence of vessels below the skin. Those who have more vessels (which are genetically determined) have a greater tendency to get these. Insomnia also makes vascular dark circles worse.