Under Cover

CONCEALER: If you do not have a flawless complexion, concealer will be one of the most valuable cosmetics in your quest for beauty perfection. concealer can be used to disguise broken capillaries, dark circles, pimples and blemishes, and to even out skin tone. For the best all-round coverage, opt for a creamy concealer that has a high pigment content, liquid concealers tend to be quite oily and have a tendency to glide off whereas creamy concealers will stay put. The only drawback with them is that they can be more difficult to blend. To overcome this, work the concealer up and down the back of your hand and mix with a tiny bit of foundation. The product will warm up, making it more pliable and so easier to use. Those with dry skin will need a concealer with emollients to counteract dryness, while those with oily, problem skins will need a concealer which stays put, is oil-free and contains antibacterial ingredients to help treat blemishes and spots.

APPLICATION Always apply your concealer on top of your foundation and before you add powder. If you apply concealer before the foundation, more than likely the concealer will be wiped off as your applying the foundation. Gently pat concealer under the eyes using the ring finger. Use gentle pressure and blend outwards, taking care not to drag the skin. To conceal bags under the eyes, put concealer on the shadow beneath the bag, not on the bag itself, otherwise you’ll end up highlighting rather than hiding the problem. To cover up broken capillaries or uneven skin tone, paint the concealer on with a brush and gently blend it our with your finger. To touch out any blemishes or unsightly-looking spots, paint on concealer with a brush. Remember to start at the
centre of the imperfection and feather outwards.

COVERING SCARS Scars or birthmarks can be disguised using heavy-duty concealers. As additional coverage is required, it's best to buy a preparation from a specialist make­up store, not a general cosmetic counter. Concealers designed for television will give great coverage and are available in water-resistant and waterproof formulations to ensure they stay put in a range of different circumstances