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Concealer help needed

newme1 — Sat, 11 Jan 2020 20:44:04 GMT

I have never found a concealer that doesn’t let imperfections weep through. I have a sun spot on my cheek for years and I’ve tried the yellow tinged and green but it always shows. Same thing under my eyes. They seem to bring the lines and puffiness out more. I’ve used primers but I look like I’ve been embalmed. Any suggestions?

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nyc1 — Sat, 11 Jan 2020 20:51:50 GMT

@newme1 @I think many of us feel the same way. I’ve used countless concealers. The most recent, and one of the best yet, is from Kat Von D. It’s in a wand and is fabulous. She has a great selection of colors fro warm, cool and neutral categories. I apply with a soft small brush, and use both under my eyes and on my face. Excellent. It’s better than I anticipated when I decided to give it a try.

Love her tattoo eyeliner too.

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newme1 — Sat, 11 Jan 2020 20:57:39 GMT

Thank you! How do I know exactly what shade I need? I think that might be the problem. I match as close to my skin tone that I think it is and it ends up too light or dark. I will check out Kat.

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Spacrazy — Sat, 11 Jan 2020 21:02:33 GMT

Have to tell you @newme1 laffed till I cried when I read your description looking like you’ve been embalmed - I know exactly how you feel.

I recently tried the Tarte Shape Tape using the blending sponge (wet). So far I’m liking it. I think the sponge is key to use for stippling.

At my granddaughter’s wedding recently my makeup was done with this method and I took note...

Good luck and keep posting!!

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SilleeMee — Sat, 11 Jan 2020 21:49:17 GMT

Excellent Wayne Goss video:

STOP MAKING THESE EIGHT TRAGIC CONCEALER MISTAKES!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhRbV4MMJ10

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Katcat1 — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 20:40:57 GMT

@newme1 You may need a full coverage concealer. See my other post on page 2.

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lolakimono — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 00:25:36 GMT

@newme1

Have you tried Dermablend?

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newme1 — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 00:28:08 GMT

Thanks you ladies. No I haven’t tried any of the products mentioned here. I will definitely look into them! Spa crazy: at this stage of the game we have to tell it like it is!! Lol

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newme1 — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 00:28:47 GMT

The you tube as interesting too!

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simplyfriends — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 03:58:15 GMT

@newme1 I love Bare Minerals Bisque Concealer. It covers my imperfections the best of all I've tried.

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SuzyBailey — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 04:09:47 GMT

I have used the Laura Mercier forever and it is wonderful! That palette lasts for a long time. I buy mine at Sephora. It stays where you place it and looks so natural.

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Shanus — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 12:55:53 GMT

@newme1 wrote:
I have never found a concealer that doesn’t let imperfections weep through. I have a sun spot on my cheek for years and I’ve tried the yellow tinged and green but it always shows. Same thing under my eyes. They seem to bring the lines and puffiness out more. I’ve used primers but I look like I’ve been embalmed. Any suggestions?

@newme1 Concealers and foundations are the most difficult products to get right. It's trial and error. It usually does take two products for darker areas...a corrector and a concealer. Sometimes a dark spot can't be completely covered. That's when I accept that no one's skin is perfect and never one color all over. Some flaws just have to be left covered as best as you can and don't obsess that they still show.

Under eyes: The right eye cream could make a difference. The area should be moisturized night and day and the day cream should be left to set before applying a corrector. If the darkness isn't too bad, maybe instead of too many products, a concealer is enough so there isn't a build up to go into creases. Application should be light handed using a small brush and tap it in with your ring finger. You know I'll recommend Bobbi Brown corrector and concealer. The consistency is creamy, but not runny. If you can get matched at a dept. store, correctors come in categories for grey/brownish discolorations or bluish/purple darkness. You may be using correctors with the wrong shade. Hope this helps.

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Shanus — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 13:03:05 GMT

@Katcat1 wrote:
@newme1 You may need a full coverage concealer. I use the Secret Concealer which is medium cov. The Secret Camoflage is full coverage by Laura Mercier.
I would suggest you look for full coverage with two shades if possible.Laura Mercier that I use is excellent. Check out Nordstrom as they give free shipping.

@Katcat1 I agree this is a good concealer for tough areas, but not meant for under the eyes. LM makes a Secret Concealer which is creamier for that. The Secret Camouflage above is also difficult to match online. It's best to go to counter, get matched and shown how to combine the shades, warm up on back on hand w/ brush before going to face. (BTW, it's great on the few spider veins I have around my ankles when I wear capris.)

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Kabella — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 13:39:07 GMT

@newme1 & other ladies who cannot find a product that totally covers sun spots. It works & it is a eye pencil to brighten the whites of your eyes that you use on the waterline. It's "Rimmel Scandal Eyes"!!!! Tarte also sells one that is similar.

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JumpTheRope — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 13:54:14 GMT

@newme1 wrote:
I have never found a concealer that doesn’t let imperfections weep through. I have a sun spot on my cheek for years and I’ve tried the yellow tinged and green but it always shows. Same thing under my eyes. They seem to bring the lines and puffiness out more. I’ve used primers but I look like I’ve been embalmed. Any suggestions?

Look on ebay for IT cosmetics.

As I’ve stated in other threads, the CC cream is wonderful for my “spots” and my DD swears by the Bye Bye Undereye.....and she’s tried everything for her dark circles!

Very inexpensive on ebay, ::::::fast shipping and many IT products.

ETA: I tap a pinhead size drop on my spots. The CC is very pigmented

so “less-is-best”, as it’s buildable.

Some use as a full face foundation, but I use for my age spots and around my nose.

In addition, I don’t feel the product on my face, nor does it make me sweaty!

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wenfen — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 17:15:23 GMT

Like you I've probably used ever concealer on the market.

I finally found NYX HD Professional Makeup Hi Definition Photo Concealer Wand in Light that I just love, love, love.

It's not too expensive (Target/Walgreens/Ulta carry it) & it gives lasting coverage, no drying & the color is perfect for me although they do offer a lot of other ones.

Give it a try, I don't think you'll be disappointed!

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AmericanBulldogMom — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 17:19:14 GMT

@simplyfriends wrote:

@newme1 I love Bare Minerals Bisque Concealer. It covers my imperfections the best of all I've tried.

@simplyfriends I second this. Been using it for 15+ yrs and swear by it. Have never felt a need to try anything else either. I have a lifetime supply in case this is ever discontinued. LOL

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Katcat1 — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 20:43:07 GMT

@newme1 I guess I was wrong on the first concealer i suggested as it is body concealer. Below is Flawless Fusion is med.to full coverage with 12 hr. wear for under the eyes. It's best to read about all the different concealers Laura Mercier offers. Sometimes you have to pay a llittle more to get a product that works with no creasing. At least that is what I think.

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Katcat1 — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 20:39:15 GMT

@Shanus Thanks for the heads up about the body concealer by LM. In fact, I am going to give it a try. I still love her Secret Concealer; it never creases onme.

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Shanus — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 14:05:58 GMT

@Katcat1 wrote:
@Shanus Thanks for the heads up about the body concealer by LM. In fact, I am going to give it a try. I still love her Secret Concealer; it never creases onme.

@Katcat1 I had a major bruise on my arm (dropped a weight at gym) before an event wearing a sleeveless top. I applied my BB corrector, the LM Secret Camouflage and set it w/ her loose powder. The combination would have covered a third arm!!! Lol