We have seen it on the shelf, but don’t know what it’s for –- a concealer is one of the best make-up tools because of its multiple uses. Colour concealers are best used to cover and correct your face for a flawless finish – it gets rid of blemishes, spots and acne when used correctly.
Here is a list of the various colours and their uses:
1. Nude/Neutral
Revlon Colorstay Concealer – R205.00
- helps neutralise basic small imperfections or blemishes
- works best when applied as a primer before applying eye shadow and lipstick for a long lasting effect
- helps highlight certain highlight certain areas of your face when contouring
2. Green
Smashbox Photo Finish Color Correcting Foundation Primer – R470.00
- helps to neutralise skin discolouration like red spots, blemishes and acne on your face
- apply it only on problem areas and blend it into your skin
3. Orange
MAC Pro Longwear Concealer – R360. 00
- helps neutralise the dark circles or spots with deep discolouration on dark skin tones
- helps brighten the area around the eyes
- for light skin tones, it works best as a liquid bronzer when contouring
4.Pink/Peach/Salmon
Urban Decay Naked Skin Colour Correcting Fluid – R275.00
- neutralises areas with green looking blemishes or veins
- helps mask signs of exhaustion by brightening the area around the eye when applied
- it also masks dark shadows around your mouth
5. Yellow
L.A. Girl Pro Concealer Yellow – R59.95
- this is the most used as it works great as a skin brightener
- helps neutralise purple or blue bruises, veins, and under eye circles
6. Purple/Lavender/Lilac
NYX HD Wand Concealer – R120. 00
- helps neutralise yellow blemishes on light skin tones
- helps brighten a dull complexion
