Concealer is an indispensable makeup product for many beauty enthusiasts. So what is concealer? Is there any good type? Let’s find out in the article below.
What is concealer?
Concealer is a cosmetic product. The main use is to conceal facial imperfections such as acne, dark spots, scars, freckles or uneven skin tone.
The main ingredient in concealer is a skin tone adjuster that is similar to foundation. However, the coverage of concealer is wider and better than foundation, helping the skin tone more naturally.
What types of concealer are there?
Currently, there are 3 basic types of concealer: cream, liquid and stick. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages.
1. Bar form
This is the line with the thickest texture, good coverage for dark eye areas or dark scars. The disadvantage of concealer in stick form is that it easily accumulates in the pores. If you don’t remove your makeup thoroughly, it can easily cause acne on your skin.
2. Liquid form
The texture of this line is quite thin, moderate coverage, spreads evenly, absorbs well and is quite long-lasting. Users can easily adjust the amount of cream dispensed. Liquid cream is very suitable for covering small imperfections such as wrinkles, dark spots, etc.
3. Cream form
The texture of the cream is moderate, not as thick as a stick nor as thin as a liquid. Therefore, the coverage is also at a relative level, high smoothness, can cover dark eye circles and uneven skin tones. This product line is often used by makeup artists because it has many colors and can be used for many different skin tones.
Top 3 best concealers today
Introducing you 3 concealer lines from high-end to affordable that are highly appreciated by users.
This is a high-end concealer product – a high-end line with a high price, the number 1 best seller in the United States. Nars Radiant Creamy is designed in bar form, contained in a transparent glass bottle, so you can see the color and amount of cream inside.
This cream is a bit thick and spreads onto the skin easily and quickly. The cream applied gives a quite natural color, without revealing white streaks. Lasts about 5 hours. The cream goes off naturally without leaving streaks.
The product does not contain oil, alcohol, or parabens and is safe for all skin types. The color palette includes 22 different light and dark tones for women to choose from
Maybelline New York is a famous cosmetic brand that is quite familiar in the Vietnamese market. Maybelline Fit Me Concealer is a concealer line with cheap price and good quality, not inferior to some High-end products.
This cream is liquid but not too thin. Easy to spread on the skin, you can use a sponge or your hands to blend.
The coverage is rated as average, covers dark circles quite well and covers up to 80% of dark spots and acne. The adhesion is also average. On hot and humid days, the cream easily melts and does not last long. On dry days, it can last for 7-8 hours.
Diverse color palette with 6 colors, neat and smart design, brush head makes scooping cream super convenient
The Face Shop TFS Concealer appeared on the Vietnamese market since 2016, hitting the psychology of young girls with its lovely, pretty design. Two heads with a stick head and a liquid cream head with an additional brush, making it easier for users to use.
The color palette includes 4 basic tones: V107 Ivory Beige is suitable for pinkish white skin tones, V109 Natural Beige is suitable for warm skin tones with yellow undertones, V201 Apricot Beige is for natural skin tones and N203 Natural Beige is for girls with skin tones. dark color.
The cream texture is quite smooth, applying it feels light and thin, not stuffy. Coverage is good for wrinkles, freckles, and age spots. For areas with many red pimples or long-standing scars, The Face Shop Concealer can also cover it quite well.
Reference price: 165,000 VND
The use of concealer to cover up acne, dark spots, freckles, etc. is becoming more and more popular among women. Hope you will quickly find the most suitable product for you!
