I am not sure why when it comes to a concealer I am a bit on the extremely picky side. I love the whole full coverage thing, but not the thick mask like feeling. I love the light-weight feel, but not the no coverage feel, that leaves my dark circles peeking through. After trying and testing endless concealers I have garnered quite a few favorites and needless to say my concealer affair is almost complete. Here is this weeks edition of Covering the Bases: Concealers…
Concealer has become one of those non-negotiable items for me as of late. First up is the Cover Girl TruBLEND Fixstick Concealer- $8.99 USD, this stick is a perfect quick on the fly kind of concealer. Super blendable as it is easy to draw on the skin and conceal dark circles and imperfections. Available in six shades, this quick fix stick is quite great. It is quite light on coverage, but is very buildable to gain more coverage. I love using this stick as a contour stick, as it is perfect to help draw on the areas that need to be hollowed out. Followed with my hands down favorite concealer at the moment NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer– $29 USD, I wont touch too much on this concealer as I have raved about it here. But this stuff is AMAZING!!! Perfectly dewy in all the right spots, and creamy in all the right areas. Coverage enough for the skin on the days that you are having semi-imperfect skin. I looooourve this concealer.
On a day that the skin is needing a bit more coverage I have been turning to Bare Minerals Correcting Concealer – $20 USD, this concealer ROCKS. Considering Bare Minerals is huge on just mineral powders, etc… there venture into a solid creamy concealer is phenomenal. Covers quite nice and the coverage seamlessly blends into the skin effortlessly. Say goodbye to those pesky under eye bags and say hello to flawless skin.
Wrapping up the concealer bases are two that pack a solid punch of pigment. Full Coverage and Waterproof? Check! Make Up For Ever Full Coverage Extreme Camouflage Cream Concealer– $32 USD, this little tube is packed full of a pigmented punch. Industrial strength full of goodness, this concealer is a ‘does everything you need and more’ and let me tell you it doesnt budge a lick. This is what all full coverage dreams have been made of. Lastly on the list is the coveted Kevyn Aucoin The Sensual Skin Enhancer Makeup– $48 USD, this is hands down one of the most dual purposed products EVER! A pin sized amount can cover the entire face, and even less can cover the dark circles, and any skin imperfections. I can’t even rave about this product enough, as this little tube of goodness will last you for the LOOOONNNNGEST time. Flawless looking skin just got a whole lot easier instantly.
So needless to say I am crazy for concealers! All five of these have proved themselves to be fully trustworthy of a purchase and re-purchase. All the bases are covered- literally!
Anastasia says
You already sold me that NARS concealer, and now I’m also craving Kevyn Aucoin :))
jamie @makeuplifelove says
OMG the Kevyn Aucoin is amazing. And a little goes a long way. Super high coverage and can be a foundation too. :)
Amber says
How does the BM concealer hold up throughout the day? Great list!!
jamie @makeuplifelove says
Shockingly well. I was a bit surprised since it is BareMinerals first step in actual liquid stuff. But it works well and doesnt seem to crease. It reminds me alot of Bobbi Brown almost.
Eugenia says
I need some concealers, I don’t really use them but I want to play with more brands!
Laura says
Love this post. I have most of these concealers myself. I agree with you!
jamie @makeuplifelove says
Thanks Laura. All your Ardency Inn posts are making me crave a makeup shopping trip. lol…
Kat D says
Oy, too many concealer choices, lol. I use Rimmel and L’Oreal right now, haha.
jamie @makeuplifelove says
Love L’Oreal. I want Rimmel to launch the Wake Me Up concealer in the states, and right now the Perfect Match one is too light of shades for me :( But I hear so many great things about it.
Holly says
I really want to try the MUFE concealer, super full coverage is everything I need in life!
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jamie @makeuplifelove says
MUFE super great concealer. A HUGE full coverage., :)
Noelle says
Well, now I’m dying for that NARS concealer even more!
jamie @makeuplifelove says
You will Love it. Sephora VIB 15% Sunday must have buy!! lol
Aleya Bamdad says
I’ve been using a MAC concealer but want to try the NARS because the circles have gotten bad- really bad. Thanks for the tip.
jamie @makeuplifelove says
I am sooooo obsessed with the NARS concealer. Creamy and covers great. Light on the skin too.
Phyrra says
I need to try that NARS concealer. I have a stick concealer by NARS. My favorite concealer is the OCC Skin Conceal.
jamie @makeuplifelove says
OCC Skin Conceal is so great coverage for sure. Have you tried RMS un-coverup?
Cosmetic Sanctuary says
I’ve been wanting to try NARS concealer! I’ve been using MAC for awhile!
jamie @makeuplifelove says
You wont be disappointed at all. :)
Destany says
That NARS concealer has been on my list for a while. I’ve just never taken the plunge!
jamie @makeuplifelove says
Do it. Do it. I promise you wont be disappointed.
Cosmetics Aficionado says
My HG is from Estee Lauder. Love their Double Wear concealer
jamie @makeuplifelove says
I bought that the other day. I have been wanting to try since I hear great things.,
Sheila Arkee says
I really need to try the Nars concealer!
jamie @makeuplifelove says
I promise you will love it.
Kimmi @ The Plastic Diaries says
I’m kind of addicted to concealer at the moment. It’s my new “thing”.
jamie @makeuplifelove says
Me too!!! Maybe a bit too much addicted to concealer. lol
Kelly R says
I love Nars. I need to try that concealer.
jamie @makeuplifelove says
You will love it!!!
Miranda Mendoza says
Glad to hear a positive review on the CG concealer, I had been curious about it and have been needing a go-to drugstore concealer!
jamie @makeuplifelove says
I actually find I like it alot. And its great to help with contouring and highlighting. Or even spot concealing.
Nidia Doherty says
I love trying different concealers, too! I need to try the Kevyn Aucoin and NARS. I just bought the Amazing Concealer from Ulta today, but I have to wait for delivery! I don’t like heavy foundation, so I need a concealer that is going to do a big job with a little product. Great review!
jamie @makeuplifelove says
Amazing Concealer is some pigmented stuff. Use just a little bit cause I found on me, it will crease if I use too much. Literally a dot covers a ton. lol… And if your dry under the eyes use a primer for sure. Or else it creates a little cakeyness.
Justina says
I am a die hard fan of Nars creamy concealer.
jamie @makeuplifelove says
Me too. So creamy and great coverage. :)
FabZilla_Kath says
I need to try that Kevyn Aucoin! So far my go-to is Cover Fx and alternately, Koh Gen Do
jamie @makeuplifelove says
Love Cover FX. You will love Kevyn Aucoin!!!Super pigmented and long lasting.
jamie @makeuplifelove says
I am a concealer lover. lol… I have so many. I can share :)
Citizens of Beauty says
I love the NARS!
Betzy Carmona says
As I mentioned yesterday I’ve been dying for the concealer from nars :)