Concealer

What is liquid concealer and what is it used for?

Liquid concealer is an indispensable product in your make-up routine because it allows you to achieve an even, fresh, and luminous complexion in just a few steps. Its fluid and lightweight texture makes it particularly effective for covering dark circles, redness, discolorations, dark spots, and small signs of fatigue without weighing down the skin.

Liquid concealer blends perfectly with the skin, making it ideal for the delicate eye contour area, where the skin is thinner and more sensitive. It helps to brighten the eyes and make the face visibly more rested and smooth. It is also useful for correcting minor imperfections on the cheeks, chin, and forehead, contributing to creating a natural, flawless base.

Liquid concealer is your multitasking ally for an immediate glow effect and a uniform base.

Liquid concealer or compact concealer

Both textures are valid and can be used alone or combined to achieve even more coverage. The choice depends on your skin type and desired effect.

Liquid concealer has a light consistency, blends easily, and adapts well to the eye contour area, where the skin is thinner and prone to dryness. It is ideal for normal or dry skin and for those seeking buildable, luminous coverage that doesn’t settle into wrinkles or weigh down the eyes.

Compact concealer, on the other hand, has a denser, more covering formula, perfect for localized imperfections, pimples, scars, or more visible discolorations. It works very well on combination or oily skin because it tends to be more oil-absorbing and long-lasting.

In fact, the two concealers can also be used together: this is the spot concealing technique, much loved by make-up artists. First, a compact concealer is used to precisely neutralize and cover the imperfection, then a thin layer of liquid concealer is applied on top to even out the tone and blend the result with the rest of the make-up. A strategy that enhances the skin without weighing it down.

How to choose the right concealer color

Choosing the right concealer shade is fundamental to achieving a natural and even coverage. It’s not just about finding the shade closest to your complexion but also understanding which corrective color to use based on the type of imperfection to neutralize.

Here is a quick guide to the most commonly used corrective colors:

• Orange or peach: ideal to correct blue or purple dark circles, especially on medium or dark skin tones.
• Green: perfect to counteract redness, such as that caused by pimples or irritation.
• Lilac or lavender: useful to brighten dull and grayish skin, revitalizing the complexion.
• Yellow: excellent to camouflage purple dark circles and darker spots on fair skin.

Once you’ve identified the corrective color, it’s also important to choose the right base shade for your complexion. A common mistake is testing concealer on the hand or wrist, but for a true match, it’s best to try it where the face meets the neck, where color differences are more noticeable. This technique helps find the shade most harmonious with your natural skin tone.

Finally, remember: if you want to brighten certain areas of the face, you can choose a concealer one or two shades lighter than your liquid foundation or compact foundation. If instead you want to cover imperfections or discolorations, choose a shade very close to your skin tone and blend carefully for an invisible effect.

How to apply liquid concealer for a natural result

For an even and invisible effect, apply liquid concealer precisely and blend carefully.

You can use:

• A small or flat brush for targeted application (ideal for dark circles and imperfections).
• Makeup sponges dampened to gently blend the product and soften edges.
• Fingertips, perfect for warming the concealer and blending it into the skin (especially in the eye contour area).

Tip: apply a small amount at a time, focusing only on the areas to correct (dark circles, redness, spots). Dab gently instead of rubbing—this way, the concealer blends better with the skin. Discover our professional makeup brushes and makeup sponges for flawless application!

Should liquid concealer be applied before or after foundation?

Liquid concealer is always applied after foundation. This is because foundation, as the name suggests, is the base on which to build the rest of your make-up: it evens out the complexion and often covers some discolorations. Only after applying it can you understand where and how much concealer is truly needed.

If you apply concealer first, you risk moving or removing it while blending foundation, making your effort useless.

Exception: in the case of color correcting (using colored concealers like green, orange, or lilac), you can apply a small amount before foundation to neutralize the color, then cover with foundation and concealer matching your tone. For optimal results, try Kalentin’s compact powder and liquid foundations, designed to enhance every skin type.

Pencil concealer for precise coverage

Pencil concealer is suitable for those seeking maximum precision and high coverage on small imperfections. Its compact and dry texture, combined with a matte finish, makes it perfect to conceal pimples, localized spots, and marked dark circles without leaving shiny residues on the skin.

It is particularly suitable for combination or oily skin and those with acne or enlarged pores because it neither weighs down nor clogs pores.

Additionally, it is paraben-free, making it suitable for sensitive skin as well. Great for quick touch-ups on the go because it is practical and easy to use. It can also be used to define and clean the edges of lips or eyebrows.

FAQ: Kalentin Answers

Should concealer be lighter or darker than foundation?

Concealer should be just a little lighter than foundation to brighten areas like the nose, forehead, and under the eyes.

Do I put foundation or concealer on first?

You should apply concealer after foundation. This is important because if you put concealer on first, it can easily get moved or blended away when you apply foundation on top. Also, concealer is usually a bit lighter than foundation to help highlight and brighten specific areas of your face, giving your makeup a illuminated look.

How do I find my concealer shade?

Check the color where your neck meets your face for the best match.

Should you put foundation under your eyes?

Yes, it helps cover dark circles and brightens the under-eye area.

Can I apply only concealer without foundation?

Yes, you can use only concealer for a lighter, more natural look.

What goes on after concealer?

After concealer, you usually apply powder to set it—this helps fix the makeup in place and can be used to “bake” (let the powder sit for a bit) for a flawless, long-lasting finish.