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A question about concealer

smoochy — Tue, 05 May 2026 20:01:57 GMT

I heard Dr Doris say that we dont need a concealer product-and she mentioned how we try to go a couple of shades lighter- she stated that our foundation makeup should do that job. That it should be the right match. She demonstrated with her tsv foundation stick.

What do you you think of that?

Re: A question about concealer

vermint — Tue, 05 May 2026 20:06:50 GMT

Since I've never found a concealer that worked for me (tried many, all brands/prices), I tend to agree with her!

I gave up on concealers many years ago, and honestly can't tell a difference. If I feel something needs a bit more coverage, I'll blend in a teeny bit more foundation.

I don't, however, have very dark circles, or acne scarring to cover...just a few light brown spots (which don't really bother me if they show) and some broken capillaries.

Re: A question about concealer

PhilaLady1 — Tue, 05 May 2026 20:22:57 GMT

I used to always prefer a shade of under eye concealer lighter than my foundation until a few years ago. Age has changed the way I apply makeup and the products I use. I agree with Doris at this time of my life, I'm in my late 60s.

Re: A question about concealer

SilleeMee — Tue, 05 May 2026 20:57:49 GMT

I only use a concealer for spots on my face. I don't use one for my under-eyes and prefer foundation there.

Re: A question about concealer

JudyL — Tue, 05 May 2026 21:13:46 GMT

@smoochy wrote:
I heard Dr Doris say that we dont need a concealer product-and she mentioned how we try to go a couple of shades lighter- she stated that our foundation makeup should do that job. That it should be the right match. She demonstrated with her tsv foundation stick.
What do you you think of that?

@smoochy - I didn't get the same impression as you. She said with her foundation stick we don't need a separate concealer but she didn't - as far as I remember - say that generally one doesn't need concealer. I understood it to be that she was only talking about her foundation stick. She sells a few concealers in her line.

Re: A question about concealer

smoochy — Tue, 05 May 2026 21:16:01 GMT

when i use concealer under my eyes, it highlights the bags. Ugh. A light shade, especially pink, in the dark inner corners is better. Im going to try bringing my foundation up to the lower lid and see how it looks.

Re: A question about concealer

JerseyGirl44 — Tue, 05 May 2026 21:24:17 GMT

I've always used undereye concealer but never was thrilled with the results. I recently purchased the Tarte CC under eye corrector on QVC and it's the best one I've ever used. I, personally, feel under eye concealer is a good thing if you can find the right one

Re: A question about concealer

Shelbelle — Tue, 05 May 2026 21:32:18 GMT

Doris makes several different concealers, I like them all, I spot treat including for redness under my eyes, I am a med in foundation and use concealers in medium, I find her shades run a little light Doesnt Laura also say to not go lighter for under the eyes?

Re: A question about concealer

Desertdi — Tue, 05 May 2026 22:19:31 GMT

Are you interested in actually REDUCING your dark circles?

There are two ingredients that do this: Eyeliss® and Haloxyl®, made by the French company Sederma®...and are ingredients in several eye creams.

This is NOT an overnight wonder...it takes a few weeks to even months to correct your circles...

I use TIMELESS® brand...but you can search for others.

Re: A question about concealer

Shelbelle — Tue, 05 May 2026 22:41:27 GMT

Both Eyeliss and Haloxyl have been around for years, and found in many eye creams, nothing new but still being used. Must still be considered to be effective

Re: A question about concealer

Desertdi — Tue, 05 May 2026 22:51:26 GMT

@Shelbelle wrote:
Both Eyeliss and Haloxyl have been around for years, and found in many eye creams, nothing new but still being used. Must still be considered to be effective

@Shelbelle

I've been using it for at least 25 years. A co-worker actually gave me a tube to use. (It was considerably less expensive back then!)

Re: A question about concealer

Shanus — Wed, 06 May 2026 11:09:24 GMT

@smoochy I do use my Merit foundation stick as my concealer as well. I just need to use a good eye cream before application.

The Merit line (promise I don't get any $ for recommendation) is meant to be about a 5 minute application with very few products. It includes a moisturizer/primer that's great to wear to apply before SPF and the stick.

Re: A question about concealer

smoochy — Wed, 06 May 2026 14:34:12 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@smoochy I do use my Merit foundation stick as my concealer as well. I just need to use a good eye cream before application.

The Merit line (promise I don't get any $ for recommendation) is meant to be about a 5 minute application with very few products. It includes a moisturizer/primer that's great to wear to apply before SPF and the stick.

I bought that stick a few weeks ago after you recommended it. I like it. My color match is excellent. It's a versatile product

Re: A question about concealer

wagirl — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:02:17 GMT

I like tartes shape tape concealor--use the light color, but mostly --I use original bisque

Re: A question about concealer

BeautyLver — Fri, 08 May 2026 17:58:35 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
I only use a concealer for spots on my face. I don't use one for my under-eyes and prefer foundation there.

Same as you, prefer foundation under eyes. I don't have darkness there. Concealer, only if have maybe a red spot, blemish, etc.

Re: A question about concealer

elated — Fri, 08 May 2026 18:09:51 GMT

@JerseyGirl44 wrote:
I've always used undereye concealer but never was thrilled with the results. I recently purchased the Tarte CC under eye corrector on QVC and it's the best one I've ever used. I, personally, feel under eye concealer is a good thing if you can find the right one

@JerseyGirl44 I got the CC under eye concealer when it was a TSV. I agree with your assessment. I just love it and the powder just adds to the finishing touch. I am glad I got it on A/D.

Re: A question about concealer

Tricolor — Wed, 13 May 2026 14:00:45 GMT

Years ago I ran across a tip from a makeup artist who said to dot your concealer on and let it set for a bit before trying to smooth under the eye area. That seems to work well for me.

Re: A question about concealer

SHOPR — Thu, 14 May 2026 15:49:39 GMT

From the time I first started wearing makeup in the late 80s, I have mainly heard to wear concealer one shade lighter than foundation. That never worked for me. Made me look ill.

But in general all concealers regardless of shade make any under eye puffiness I may have MORE noticeable. So years ago I started just using my foundation under the eye. It looks way more like me, more natural I guess.

As for dark circles, I am noticing I rarely have them anymore since I stopped dairy. FWIW.

Re: A question about concealer

Judaline — Sat, 16 May 2026 11:18:54 GMT

@Desertdi wrote:
Are you interested in actually REDUCING your dark circles?

There are two ingredients that do this: Eyeliss® and Haloxyl®, made by the French company Sederma®...and are ingredients in several eye creams.

This is NOT an overnight wonder...it takes a few weeks to even months to correct your circles...

I use TIMELESS® brand...but you can search for others.

di

Wow, this could be what I'm looking for. Thank YOU! I'll give it time even though it's by Timeless.

Re: A question about concealer

ccassaday — Sat, 16 May 2026 16:08:22 GMT

I will preface this as I don’t have a ton of discoloration under eye. I skipped concealer this morning and just used the peptide blur stick under the eye and really liked how it looked. I have the rms hydra concealer and do like it. When it’s gone I will probably just buy the brightener because that’s all I really need.