PERFECTLY FLAWED: 7 Must-try hacks for a perfect concealer finish!

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We all have been in the phase where we’ve had sleepless nights, or binge watched the entire night. Of course, you don’t want to go in those dark circles to work or to meet friends. So, before you slap on another chaotic swipe and hope for the best, check out these 7 easy tricks that’ll have you looking bright-eyed, blemish-free, and like you actually have your life together.

The Triangle Trick

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Forget the half-moon under-eye swipe. Instead, apply your concealer in an upside-down triangle under your eyes. It brightens, lifts, and gives the ‘I slept for 8 hours’ finish.

Try

  • Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser – easy to swipe and blend

  • Tarte Shape Tape – high coverage, yet blendable

Color Correct First, Conceal Second

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Use a peach or orange corrector for dark circles or blemishes, and green for redness. Your concealer will work way better when it’s not fighting a color war.

Try Bobbi Brown Corrector (shade Peach or Bisque) or LA Girl Pro Conceal in Orange or Peach

Warm It Up

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Dot concealer on the back of your hand and let it warm up for a few seconds. Warm product blends like butter on a hot pancake – smooth, easy, and deliciously seamless.

Try NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer – it melts beautifully when warmed.

Use Your Ring Finger

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When in doubt, use the softest tool you own – your ring finger! It’s gentle enough for the under-eye area and gives a natural, skin-like finish. Bonus: no brushes to clean.

Layer Thin, Not Thick

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Instead of slathering on one heavy layer, build up thin layers where needed. It’ll last longer, crease less, and feel like you’re wearing nothing.

Highlight and Sculpt in One Go

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Use concealer to highlight your forehead, bridge of your nose, chin, and under your contour. You’ll look snatched with half the effort.

Try

  • Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Concealer – tons of shades for every skin tone

  • Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Brightening Concealer – light and luminous

Set Smart, Not Hard

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Use a light dusting of translucent powder – preferably with a fluffy brush or damp sponge – only where you crease – typically under the eyes and smile lines. Skip the baking unless you’re making cookies.

Try Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Powder – especially great if you’re oily.

Whether you’re covering up a late night, a rogue breakout, or just want to look a little more ‘put together than you actually feel’, these tricks are your ride-or-die.

(Contributed by Wajeeha Syed)