My Top 5 Concealers

I never used to wear concealer until circa 2010. I used to wear just foundation until I realised how different my make up looked after applying a yellow-based concealer.

I'm not a huge fan of colour correcting (mostly because I can't be bothered) but have noticed a huge difference to my make up just by using a lighter shade of yellow-based concealer. It really brightens and lifts my face.

I have a warm skin tone (MAC NC30 for reference) and find yellow-based concealers really brighten my under eye area. I have some darkness under my eyes (more so after becoming a mummy) but it's not really a problem area for me. I tend to use medium coverage concealers on a day-to-day basis and fuller coverage for say a night out, wedding etc. I almost always set my concealer to ensure it stays put all day and doesn't crease. My favourite setting powder to set my concealer is the Soap & Glory Kick Ass Powder - a super affordable, finely milled yellow-toned powder that provides a filter-like effect under the eyes and looks great in photographs.

So here are my top 5 favourite concealers...

MAC Pro Longwear Concealer - NC20

MAC Pro Longwear Concealer in NC20

My favourite full coverage concealer. Doesn't feel cakey and sets to a semi-matte finish. You have to work quickly though as it does dry within a few seconds. It literally lasts all day and photographs well too. I opt for this for nights out, weddings etc. The pump dispenser is the only downside to this concealer as one pump is waaay too much product. You only need half a pump for both eyes - I seem to have mastered getting a tiny bit out after many frustrating attempts! 🙄 I apply this with a damp BeautyBlender for the best finish.

Maybelline Instant Anti-Age The Eraser Eye Concealer - Light

Maybelline Eraser Eye Concealer in Light

My go-to everyday concealer. Perfect colour for my complexion, medium, buildable coverage and affordable. I'm not keen on the sponge applicator as it looks messy. I find it is a tad dry for my skin, however, once applied with a damp BeautyBlender applies well and looks flawless. I initially didn't like this concealer as it wouldn't blend out well with a brush but I then figured out a damp BeautyBlender works wonders!

Maybelline Fit Me Concealer - 10

Maybelline Fit Me Concealer in 10

I bought this after reading rave reviews comparing it to Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer. This is a great concealer for the price and works well at brightening and covering darkness under the eyes. This has a lovely yellow tone to it which looks great on olive/medium skin tones. I would say this is slightly less thicker than the Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer but a brilliant dupe and at a fraction of the price!

Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer - Custard

Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard

I caved and bought this since I wanted to see what all the fuss was about. As the name suggests, a creamy concealer with great medium coverage. Feels light on the skin and adequately covers dark circles. I like the finish of this concealer as it isn't overly matte and therefore looks quite natural on the skin. Price wise a little steep for an everyday concealer but looks flawless on.

Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer - 3 Medium Warm

Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer in 3 Medium Warm

One of my first ever concealers and I still love it. Stays put almost all day and has a great warm undertone that really suits my skin tone. This is probably one of the cheapest concealers on the market and I prefer it to some of my high-end ones. I always make sure I have a stock of this concealer as when all else fails, I know this one will always look great. FACT - I wore this concealer on my wedding day!

I seem to love a lot of the high street concealers and in my opinion, Maybelline do some of the best ones. What are your favourite concealers? I always love recommendations as I don't always venture out of my comfort zone when it comes to concealers.