Concealer and colour corrector for targeted coverage

Concealer helps brighten, spot-cover and refine the base, while colour corrector is used to balance the look of specific tones before concealer. Browse liquid, cream, stick and full coverage concealer options.

Correct before you conceal

Use peach, green or other correcting tones only where needed and follow the product guidance. Apply a thin layer, then place concealer over it rather than mixing the two into a heavy layer. A flexible liquid can suit the under-eye area, while a cream or stick offers precise coverage on smaller spots. Blend with fingers, a brush or beauty blender and set selectively with setting powder.

Use colour correction selectively

Colour corrector works best as a targeted step, not an all-over layer. Peach and orange-toned correctors are commonly chosen to balance blue or purple-looking areas, while green-toned options are used to visually reduce redness. The exact shade depends on skin tone and the product, so begin with a tiny amount. Let it settle, tap full coverage concealer over the top and stop once the correction is no longer obvious. Under-eye concealer often benefits from a flexible texture that moves comfortably, while blemishes and small areas may suit a more concentrated full coverage concealer. Apply only enough to cover the target, then feather the edge into foundation makeup. For brightening, place a small amount near the inner corner rather than coating the entire under-eye. If the base is fresh or luminous, keep powder light so the concealer does not look separate from the surrounding skin.

Understand correcting colour

Colour corrector is designed to sit beneath complexion makeup. Peach and orange families can visually balance blue or purple tones, while green corrector is commonly used against redness. Both colour corrector and color corrector refer to the same product type, but shades and strengths vary. Start with a very thin application and add concealer only after the corrective shade has been blended. Too much corrector can show through the base, so small, targeted layers are more useful than broad coverage.

Concealer FAQs

Should concealer be lighter than foundation?

For spot concealing, a close match can look seamless. A slightly lighter shade may be used for brightening.

What does a colour corrector do?

It uses colour contrast to balance the appearance of selected tones before concealer is applied.

How do I avoid cakey concealer?

Use thin layers, blend each one and add powder only where it is needed.