To cover drier areas of the face such as the under eyes, our full-coverage, hydrating concealer Cover Care Concealer is your best bet. This full coverage concealer provides 24 hour long-lasting wear and cares for dry skin under eyes with 24 hour hydration. The creamy lightweight formula effectively covers dark circles, discoloration, acne scars, dark spots and more all while staying soft, supple and breathable on skin. The proven non-comedogenic formula is dermatologist tested for safety, sensitive skin tested, allergy tested, and 100% vegan friendly.

In general, the best concealer for you is the one that provides the level of coverage you need. A creamy, stick-based product such as Quick-Fix Concealer Stick is ideal for more coverage and contouring. This product is formulated with a high concentration of high-performance pigments to cover acne, scars, age spots, and more without enhancing the look of lines, wrinkles, or pores. Never cakey or masky, our cream concealer glides on smoothly allowing skin to feel comfortable and look naturally flawless.

Concealer can be used to cover any skin conditions you don’t want the world to see, but the most common places to use cover up makeup include dark under eye circles, acne blemishes, dark spots and areas of redness (especially around the nose and chin). Concealer can also be used to improve the appearance of uneven skin tone, whether mild or significant (such as in those with vitiligo), as well as to conceal bruising after injectable treatments.

Concealer can also be used to contour the face, simply by using a product that is 1-2 shades lighter than your foundation on areas you’d like to highlight. Cover Care Full Coverage Concealer is a good option for this makeup application technique because of its precise wand applicator and easy-to-blend formula.

The key for optimal concealer coverage is selecting the proper shade for your skin. First, determine where you skin falls on the spectrum from fair to deep. Then, it’s important to identify your skin’s undertone, and doing this is as simple as looking at the inside of your wrist. Blue or purple veins indicate a “cool” undertone, blue-green is “neutral,” and slightly green or olive veins mean you have a “warm” undertone. Every shade of Dermablend concealer and foundation has a number ranging from 0 to 90 that corresponds with the depth of skin tone, as well as a “C,” “N” or “W” for undertone. This makes it easier to find the best shade match for your unique skin.

There are a few ways to ensure your concealer (and foundation) stay in place and look freshly applied all day. Preparing the skin for makeup with a product like Insta-Grip Jelly Primer creates a smooth surface for enhanced application. Using a setting powder or spray as your final makeup step can help prolong wear-time as well.

Simply put, concealer is designed to provide extra, targeted coverage where needed, while foundation can be used on specific spots or to enhance the appearance of the entire complexion. Concealers come in stick and liquid form, while foundation options include creams, powders, sticks, liquids and drops. The cover up makeup formula you choose depends on both personal preference and the level of coverage you desire.