Cover Up

Concealers are a fast and effective way to disguise blemishes, so your skin looks perfect. They're a concentrated form of foundation with a very high pigment content, so they offer complete coverage to problem areas. Applying them after foundation is best, as they are only applied to specific areas, and these would be disturbed if foundation is applied over the top.

Stick concealers

Cream concealers

These usually come in a tube, with a sponge-tipped applicator. The coverage isn't as thick as the stick type, but the finished effect is very natural.

Liquid concealers

Again, these come in a tube. Just squeeze a tiny amount of product onto your finger and smooth over the affected area. Look for the cream-to-powder formulations, which slick on like a cream and dry to a velvety powder finish.

Taking Cover

Here's how to conceal all your beauty problems effectively.

Spots and blemishes

The ideal solution is to use a medicated stick concealer as these contain ingredients to deal with the pimple or blemish as well as cover it. Only apply the concealer exactly on the pimple or blemish, as they can be quite drying, and then smooth away the edges with a clean cotton bud (swab). Applying concealer all around the area will make the spot more noticeable and create a "halo" effect.

Under-eye shadows

Opt for a creamy stick concealer or a liquid one, as dry formulations will emphasize fine lines around your eyes. If youre blending with your fingertips, use tour ring finger as this is the weakest finger on your hand and less likely to drag delicate skin.

Tip

When choosing a concealer look for the colour nearest to your own skin-tone rather  than a lighter one. Covering a problem area with a paler shade will simply accentuate it.