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  • Question
    How do I use concealer to cover a beard shadow?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
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    A thick, cream concealer can help cover a beard shadow. Ensure that the concealer is tinted with the appropriate color for correction of the shadow. Applying a setting powder for additional coverage is ideal. If this does not work, try using a concealer made for covering up tattoos.
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    I have many dark spots in the neck area from picking. What color concealer makeup should I use and why does it bleed through?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
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    Concealer should never be applied to open wounds. Wait for them to heal and then try a concealer with an orange tint in it to neutralize the darkness.
  • Question
    Where can you test out what foundation you need?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
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    Visit a make-up store. Sephora offers a great avenue through new technology to try out different foundation brands and colors for your skin tone and skin type.
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    Which one out of all foundation is the best for light face?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
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    There is not one brand that is best for a certain skin tone. Experimenting with many different brands and textures will help you decide which is best for you.
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    I have acne scars not blemishes. What concealer should I use?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
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    Using a cream-based concealer with an orange tint to it will help neutralize the appearance of scars.
  • Question
    What concealer should I use after surgery to repair a cleft lip?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
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    Expert Answer
    Concealer cannot repair a cleft lip; however, it can aid in covering scars after surgeries. Ensure you use a concealer with the appropriate tint to color correct your problem area.
  • Question
    When I apply concealer, you can still see a line there from my undereye circles. How do I fix this?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
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    Expert Answer
    Try applying the concealer in an upside down triangle rather than a "u" shape to eliminate the appearance of circles or lines under the eye.
  • Question
    How do I apply HD foundation?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
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    You can apply HD foundation the same way you would apply regular foundation.
  • Question
    As a person with a darker skintone, what color concealer will work best for dark circles?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
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    Expert Answer
    Mac Prolongwear Concealer in the NW color line work great for darker skin with darker circles.
  • Question
    What makeup do I need to give my skin a golden color?
    Community Answer
    You can't do this with concealer, but you can with bronzer that's a lighter shade than your skin tone, or with a pressed powder.
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    Must I apply concealer first before my foundation? How do I contour?
    Community Answer
    You should apply concealer first, yes, as the foundation on top helps everything blend naturally. If you put concealer on top of foundation, it may be more obvious you're wearing concealer. As for contouring, see How to Apply Contour Makeup .
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    Can I just wear concealer on its own without any other make up?
    Community Answer
    Yes. However, it may make you look a little ghostly, like you have no color in your face, so you may want to consider adding bronzer and/or blush.
  • Question
    Can highlighter be used as a concealer for pale skin?
    Community Answer
    This isn't advised, because highlighter is really sparkly, and it's very obvious where you put it, so it may draw attention to the area you're trying to conceal.
  • Question
    My complexion is fair. Which concealer should I use for under-eye dark spots?
    Community Answer
    For concealing dark under-eye circles, choose a concealer that is one or two shades lighter than your foundation. This will lighten and brighten your area, making you look more awake.
  • Question
    Why do some people use green concealer?
    Community Answer
    Green concealer is used to counteract the redness of a pimple or other blemish. Do not use green concealer on your eye area. For under-eye darkness, use a yellow-based concealer to counteract blue and purple tones.
  • Question
    Whenever I apply concealer to my face, it's obvious that I've used it. How can I make the concealer blend better?
    Community Answer
    Make sure that you get a color that matches your skin tone or foundation. Apply it using a tapping motion, and blend it outward using a brush or sponge.
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    What is the best foundation for my skin tone, which is fair?
    Community Answer
    Test a foundation by placing a small amount on your jawline. The perfect foundation will seem invisible because it is a true match. If you can see a line around your test spot where it is too dark or light, put it back and try again. If you are in-between shades, go for the lighter shade.
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    If skin is medium light, does a concealer color come in warm beige?
    Community Answer
    Yes, and if you can't find the right one, mix a bit of a lighter color and a darker color to get the right shade.
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    I have dark skin. Which color of concealer will do?
    Community Answer
    If you have found a foundation that matches your skin, choose a concealer that is one or too shades lighter than the foundation. This method, however, works only for the concealer you will use under your eyes. For a concealer you want to use for blemishes, use concealer that matches your skin exactly. Too light or too dark a blemish concealer will only make your blemishes more noticeable.
  • Question
    How do I get rid of laugh lines?
    Community Answer
    You can apply olive oil on your lips and on the skin around your mouth, and leave it overnight to get rid of deep laugh lines around mouth. Apply this mouth wrinkle treatment regularly to remove wrinkles around mouth. Egg whites are an effective natural remedy for smile lines and wrinkles near mouth as well.
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    Which kind of concealer and foundation is suited for me if I have oily skin?
    Community Answer
    An oil-free to make sure that your face doesn't seem more oily. If you believe that after you have used a foundation and concealer that your skin still seems oily, use a setting power to set and mattify your face.
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    Which concealer do I have to use for my dark circles under eyes?
    Community Answer
    If your dark circles are more purple, then get a yellow color correcting concealer, and if they are more blue, get a peachy orange color correcting concealer. Then set it with a layer of powder so that the color and your normal concealer don't blend together, and then continue with your concealer.
  • Question
    What kind of concealer should I use for acne marks?
    Community Answer
    For acne marks like scarring, try and use a very lightweight pale shade. The reason you want the concealer to be lightweight is because you are only covering the marks which have been made from the bleeding under the skin tissue. If you want to cover pimples, then you can use a thicker concealer to even out the layer of skin and have full coverage. You don't want the concealer too dark, or you are drawing more attention to the scarring.
  • Question
    My skin is oily and my coloring is fair. Which foundation and concealer should I use?
    Community Answer
    Usually makeup brands will sort out their concealer and foundations by skin type, then color. However, there are some brands especially recommended for oily skin. These include Clarin's Ever Matte Oil-Free Foundation, Mac Studio Finish Foundation with SPF 15, and Make Up For Ever HD Invisible Color Foundation.
  • Question
    How do I avoid the concealer and foundation getting into lines under my eyes?
    Community Answer
    Right after putting on concealer, put setting powder over it. Also, make sure to put foundation on before concealer if you're going to do this.
  • Question
    What is the difference between concealer and BB cream?
    Cecilia Flores
    Top Answerer
    BB cream is very light, has less coverage than foundation and is applied all over the face. Concealer is a product that is meant for use on a targeted area (pimple, hyper-pigmentation, redness, dark under-eye circles), used on its own or on top of a base product (foundation, BB cream, CC cream, or tinted moisturizer).
  • Question
    If I am a preteen. Is it OK to start wearing concealer?
    Community Answer
    I was a preteen as well when I started wearing concealer.
  • Question
    I have an oily face, and pimples all over. What foundation and contour do I need, and what can make the oiliness not to show up if am wearing my makeup?
    Gwack
    Community Answer
    Full coverage is best for acne, but if you're trying to clear it up, go for a lesser coverage. Any contour will be fine. Using a translucent matte powder will help you with oils not coming through. It's normal to have to re-powder throughout the day. Also, oil blotting sheets work wonders.
  • Question
    If I melted concealer, would it turn into foundation?
    Community Answer
    No. Concealer is much more pigmented than a foundation and doesn't have as many skin benefits. They are entirely different.
  • Question
    Concealer always looks really obvious on my face, any tips?
    Community Answer
    Make sure you're using the right shade for your skin tone (you can test out products in-store before buying in many places), and use a thinner concealer, because it'll blend into the skin easier.
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