Concealer palette for the face: what color corrector is for what and how to use

Concealer palette: what is it?

A concealer palette is a set of professional beauty products. Under one cover, several shades of concealer are collected not only for different skin types, but also for different problem areas.

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Such palettes are used for color correction even before applying foundation. They help in spot masking imperfections by neutralizing skin color in a particular area of the face.

Types of funds

You need to choose the type of proofreader, taking into account your current tasks.

Liquid formula

The most popular and easiest to use option. The product comes with an applicator, like a liquid lip gloss, making application as simple and convenient as possible.

The light texture is ideal for the eye area and, unlike the dense one, does not emphasize wrinkles. If the dark circles are very pronounced and one layer of corrector cannot mask them, apply the product in layers (each layer needs to be shaded). Different colors are possible.

A reflective corrector works well to remove puffiness under the eyes and can replace a highlighter.

Dry corrector

Dry formulas are used much less frequently than liquid formulas. The product mattifies, covers pigmentation (purple tint), redness (green). Powder is applied over the dry corrective agent.

Cream corrector

Cream corrective products come in palettes (a set of colors, usually 4-6) or jars (one shade). They are universal - suitable for correcting the shape of the face, filling wrinkles, disguising bruises, and redness.

Application is carried out using fingertips, sponge, brush - whatever is more convenient for you. The cream formula is too “heavy” for oily skin.

Tone type

Corrector with a texture similar to foundation (can replace it). Select the color in accordance with the tone of your face - there should be no contrast.

Stick

Sticks are solid correctors. They are easy to use, do not run, are evenly distributed, ideal for dry skin. Apply pointwise, wait 20 seconds and blend. To fix the result, use powder.

Pencil

Correction pencils are dense and have a dry texture. They may contain antibacterial components. Durability is average. A pencil can be used instead of a highlighter or primer.

Concealer palette: what color - for what?

The rules of color correction in makeup are based on the principle of the color wheel: those colors that are opposite each other on this circle neutralize each other. These are, for example, pairs such as red and green, purple and yellow. Shades for large palettes are selected precisely according to this logic. Next, we will analyze in detail what color is needed for what.

Green

This corrector is what you need if there are rashes, redness on the face, and if the vascular network is visible. When the skin tone itself is reddish, it is better to also enlist the help of a greenish-tinged primer; locally, concealer will cope with imperfections.

Violet

The main purpose of purple concealer in color correction is to rid the skin tone of yellowness, a dull “earthy” shade. If we talk specifically about concealers, then in purple they most often help hide age spots, freckles, and moles.

Pink

Just like the reddish color corrector, pink is used to disguise dark circles under the eyes - it does an excellent job of covering blue, purple and dark green shades. There is even such a beauty hack: if you don’t have the right concealer on hand, you can cover up the bruises with lipstick, and then hide the traces of its unauthorized use with foundation.

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Yellow

He is also able to make dark circles under the eyes invisible, and at the same time return a fresh and cheerful appearance to the skin and face. In addition, with the help of yellow concealer you can “hide” red-brown spots - these are, for example, acne marks. Read about other ways to use it here.

Nude

This is a universal option. If you do not have specific problems that require the use of multi-colored concealers, you can use a neutral, that is, flesh-colored product. White concealer has the same properties, but it can also be useful in other situations - for example, if you need to lighten a foundation that you bought in the wrong shade by mistake.

Popular manufacturers

Many companies produce palettes with concealers. There are companies that have already earned the loyalty of their customers and are very popular. Manufacturers:

Mac. For girls with problem skin, professional palettes from Mac are suitable. They will delight you with their durability and quality.
Maybelline. Maybelline cosmetics are easy to apply and do not wear off throughout the day. Master Camo correctors will carefully hide all skin imperfections.
L'Oreal "Infaillible". The palettes from this manufacturer have a positive effect on the skin. With Total Cover you can easily achieve the perfect tone for your face.

Nyx. The manufacturer produces palettes of 6 colors. The product is really convenient to use. A compact cosmetic product will help hide all typical skin imperfections and erase fatigue from your face.
Catrice. The company offers its fans high-quality palettes of 5 color concealers. With their help, you can disguise flaws of any complexity.
Essence. A universal palette from the presented company will help any girl create the perfect evening makeup. The light texture of the All I Need palette glides smoothly onto the face. No special skills are required to use.

Sleek. The main difference between this company and others is that the product is not tested on animals. Many girls are attracted by this particular feature. Concealers from this company are great for evening makeup or creating an image for a photo shoot.
Sephora. The manufacturer offers the fair sex the most necessary concealers in compact packaging. The cost of such products is affordable; every woman can afford such a product.
Ruby Rose. Palettes from this manufacturer are presented in several variations, with different numbers of colors. Cosmetics also have a fairly budget price.

How to use a facial concealer palette: step-by-step photo instructions

Look at your skin and evaluate its condition: are there any imperfections that you would like to divert attention from? The result of the “examination” will be the starting point when performing makeup with a concealer palette.

If there are several problems, mask them using the desired colors one at a time. Start with those areas of the skin that require intervention the most: these could be dark circles from lack of sleep or, say, large rashes. Then treat minor defects (pigment spots, small pimples). While you are working on minor skin imperfections, the first layers of concealer will have time to dry, which will make the corrective makeup more durable.

The areas to which correctors of different shades need to be applied are shown in the diagrams below.

Don't forget about shading. Before applying foundation over concealer patches, soften the edges so that they blend into the skin. Otherwise, the contours of areas with color correctors will be visible even through a layer of cream.

Reinforce your knowledge by watching our step-by-step video instructions.

Makeup with concealer: step-by-step instructions

How to properly apply concealer to your face so that neither blue, nor green, nor yellow undertones are visible? To do this, it is important to blend the corrective makeup base well and then cover it with foundation.

Face corrector: step-by-step instructions on how to use correctly

STEP 1: The first step is to cleanse your skin. To do this, use foam for washing, then toner;
STEP 2: The second stage is moisturizing with cream;
STEP 3: Apply makeup primer;
STEP 4: Apply the corrector of the desired color to problem areas dotted or in small strokes and blend it with a sponge;
STEP 5: Apply foundation over concealer with a brush;
STEP 6: Use a concealer under your eyes if your dark circles don't seem to be covered well enough;
STEP 7: Apply blush to cheekbones;
STEP 8: Use highlighter on cheekbones, chin, tip of nose, under eyebrows;
STEP 9: Powder your face.
STEP 10: Start making up your eyebrows, then your eyes and lips.

Tips for use and life hacks

The nude concealer you use to correct imperfections should always be slightly lighter than your skin tone.
Apply pink or beige concealer under your eyes in an inverted triangle, “stretching” the color downwards - this will better hide dark circles. And mask pimples with small dots, without going beyond the redness.

It is not necessary to use the concealers from the palette only for their intended purpose. They can come in handy, for example, if you want to get a new shade of lipstick. The creamy texture allows you to experiment by mixing products of different colors with each other.

We clearly showed how to use the color corrector palette in this video.

Application errors

There are several reasons why the use of such products becomes useless.

Painting only under the eyelid, without covering the area in the inner corner of the eye. You need to distribute the product from the bridge of your nose to your temple in the form of an inverted triangle.
Creating a layer with cold hands. It will be easier to apply makeup if your fingers are warmed up. But it is better to use brushes or sponges for these purposes.
Incorrect acne camouflage. A dot of cream is applied to the inflammation itself and only the borders are smoothed out, not the part above the acne.

Color correctors: main types and features

Multi-colored correctors solve a whole range of problems and hide various skin defects. Which option is needed - below.

White

White corrector is rarely used. Its main purpose is to dilute foundations and dark corrective products to achieve the required shade, if it is not available in finished form.

Lilac

Lavender neutralizes yellow color well, hides pigmentation, and gives the face a healthy tint. Subsequent application of tone is mandatory. If the skin is tanned or dark in itself, it would be better to replace the purple tint with blue.

The lavender shade makes the face radiant and perfectly eliminates yellowness.

Yellow

Yellow correctors are good at hiding bruises, blood vessels, and fresh acne spots. A suitable product for hiding post-acne and dark scars. If necessary, the yellow corrector is replaced with a regular tone, most importantly - with a yellow tint.

Green

Olive neutralizes redness of any origin in no time. It also does a good job of masking burns from tanning and peelings - for this, the green pigment is mixed with the base tone.

Pink

Hides dark circles, suitable for those with fair skin or medium tones.
Also, the pink color does a good job of hiding the “wreaths” on the wings of the nose, the vascular network on the cheeks, and other parts of the face. This shade is not recommended for those with dark skin. Pale-faced ladies are better off choosing a salmon shade; peach color looks beautiful on tanned and olive-toned skin.

Orange

The best color for those with dark skin tones. It does a good job of masking dark spots and brownish pigmentation in the eyelid area. You can use an orange product to lighten nasolabial lips and bruises. Subsequent application of tone is mandatory.

Blue

Heavenly shade corrector is an effective remedy for skin of any tone against bruises, dark circles, blemishes, pigmentation. You can also use it to “hide” the vascular network. The blue tint is the perfect choice for covering up imperfections in your tan.