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Dabbing some concealer on your under-eyes is one of the easiest ways to hide fine lines and create a brighter, younger-looking complexion. But, this is only the case if your go-to formula is as equally hydrating as it is brightening. “Mature skin tends to be drier and needs maximum hydration,” makeup artist Gucci Westman, founder of Westman Atelier, tells Allure. “Matte formulas aren’t great for this; look for something dewy.” There are plenty of concealers out there, but we can’t stop raving about Maybelline’s new Super Stay Full-Coverage Under-Eye Concealer. This affordable under-eye concealer stays put all day and helps mask imperfections to ensure that you’re putting your best skin forward. Some of our editors are even calling it the best full-coverage drugstore concealer available!
Try The Best Full-Coverage Drugstore Concealer:
Maybelline Super Stay Full-Coverage Under-Eye Concealer ($9.99)
What It Does:
This full-coverage-yet-lightweight concealer features a precise paddle applicator that effortlessly glides the formula onto the skin for a smooth, seamless finish. It's waterproof, transfer and smudge resistant, and lasts for up to 24 hours, ensuring that dark circles, fine lines and wrinkles, and blemishes are camouflaged and that your skin looks more refreshed and illuminated.
Tips For Applying Concealer:
Start With Moisturizer
"Moisture is key, so always make sure you start with a moisturizer that’s hydrating but won’t turn greasy and interrupt your foundation texture," celebrity makeup artist Nick Barose explains, noting that skipping moisturizer or a hydrating facial oil can seriously mess up the application and appearance of your concealer.
Use A Makeup Sponge
"[Using your] fingers can look blotchy, uneven, or gloppy, which can make your lines come out more," according to Barose, who suggests dampening the sponge before blending concealer into the under-eye area. Traditional foundation and concealer brushes can also help prevent your concealer from caking or creasing as well.
Finish With Powder
"Powder is your friend, but you need to be careful where you put it," says Barose. "Look for one that’s silky — not drying — unless you really need more coverage in certain areas. I usually do most of the coverage with foundation but use sheer, light-reflecting powder to set and keep it polished, focusing on the T-zone."
