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Its a well-known truth: Concealer is as much of a game changer as a double espresso.
Photographed by Steven Meisel,Vogue, March 2003
With so many uses, there isnt really a wrong way to apply it.
But there are some tricks you’re able to do to really elevate your makeup game.
And thats where the pros come in.
Before big red carpets, I use warm washcloths to scrub away dry patches, he says.
Or, if theres time, makeup artistVincent Oquendoencourages clients to useDr.
Furthermore, you should be using different shades of concealer on different parts of your face.
you’re able to also use a mint or apricot-tingedcolor correctorunderneath your concealer to further counteract darkness.
Every formula has a purpose, says Bhatty.
The goal here is using as little product as possible and getting good coverage results.
Some primers even have added skincare benefits to nourish the skin and really make your makeup pop.
You will get the best benefits of the concealer if you put it on top of the foundation.
This even goes for applying foundation under the eyes before your concealer.
This way you see that you dont need as much concealer as you think.
Bhatty says she likes using her fingertips or a damp beauty blender to get a more natural finish.
For a more natural-looking finish, Tiller loves warming the concealer with your fingers and applying it that way.
She then recommends taking a damp sponge to blend it all in so that it looks like second skin.
Usually its the inner third of the eye and a bit at the outer corner.
And also be sure to get the sides of the nose that hits the inner corner of the eye.
If the under-eye area needs extra brightening, Soleimani neutralizes it with a creamy, peach-hue color corrector.
Blemishes are already overproducing oil, so you dont want the product to slip and slide, he explains.
he says), and blends it into the spot.
Vibrant and long-lasting eye makeup that dazzles.
[It creates] a captivating interplay of contrasting shades that accentuate your unique features, he explains.
For a brightening effect with a hint of shimmer, Oquendo suggestsLaura Merciers Secret Brightening Powderunder the eyes.
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