The Best Concealer

MUAs are constantly telling you what we love. It’s great because we get to help you and each other make purchasing decisions that save us time, and money without any of us having to try everything.

The other day while I was in Georgia I wondered, what do YOU think the best products are?

So I asked.

You told me your fave concealers and not only were people curious to know which you mentioned, but I was so excited by the list I decided to make it a blog post. There were lots of repeats so we’re focusing on the core list here.

Let’s jump right into it, cause it’s JUICY!

First up, @randomly.tash just repurchased the Rare Beauty Light Touch Brightening Concealer. Plus @miadams1 also chimed in for this one. While I’ve been loving the brand’s liquid blush, I’m late to the party on this one. When you say you’re repurchasing things, I feel like I need to investigate.

$19 USD
Hydrating, lightweight
medium to full coverage

2nd on the list is the Kevyn Aucoin Sensual Skin Enhancer. It intimidates a lot of people but @nicolegalemua loves the concealer and foundation. Put some respect on the Kevyn Aucoin name! Planning to use this on Instagram Live soon.

Screen Shot 2021-08-21 at 9.05.36 PM.png — $34 USD

Now Fragrance Free & Waterproof highly pigmented
all skin types

Our fave @jonetwmakeup is loving the Pat McGrath Labs Sublime Perfection Concealer (which I finally bought after seeing her use it live), Shiseido Synchro Skin (I’ve yet to try this one), and another one I love - Nars Soft Matte. We seem to go for similar textures, so I’m curious about Shiseido’s.

Smashbox Studio Skin is one I haven’t heard much about, I think I need to look into this. I’m wondering why they’re not in the conversation more often as a brand. Thanks for adding this one @thatgirl_kim__, she also mentioned it was a tie for her between that and the Elf Hydrating Came Concealer. Do not sleep on Elf!

$26 longwear. buildable. medium coverage. natural finish.

$6 USD. satin finish. full coverage. normal, combination and dry skin friendly.

Born This Way Multi Use Scuplting concealer. I think I have one of these but it’s in the wrong shade. This has been a favorite among pros and enthusiast alike for some time now. You know it’s real when it’s still mentioned after the initial release hype dies down. Shout out to @jocelyn_biga for always putting us on and keeping it real.

Screen Shot 2021-08-21 at 9.15.59 PM.png — $30 USD full coverage. oil free. longwearing. natural finish.

Next on the list is no stranger around these parts, it is the ELF Camo Concealer - one I've been using almost religiously for over a year now. It was mentioned by @yaaaaalodiiieeee and I could not agree more!

Screen Shot 2021-08-21 at 9.18.56 PM.png — $6 USd full coverage. matte finish. 16 hour wear. elf offers a shade match guarantee.

Luxury has entered the chat via @megan_oh_ with the Armani Luminous Silk Concealer. I’ve seen several celeb MUAs mention this and well, it’s Armani sooooo.

Screen Shot 2021-08-21 at 9.20.55 PM.png — $38 USD. hydrating. natural radiant finish. medium coverage. longwearing.

We have a few repeats on this list as @smita.l28 also vouched for the Shiseido Synchro Skin and Nars Soft Matte. I’m starting to think I might love the Shiseido Concealer!

Kryolan entered the chat by way of @maryaamwithay. This Kryolan palette is almost always on a set. Maryam loves the Derma Color in the cooler months. She and @glambydeepalharia also love the Nars Radiant Creamy.

I’m gonna chime in here to agree with @authorkenyanelson who mentioned the Uoma Beauty Stay Woke Concealer. It’s one I’ve tried and repurchased. Love Uoma Beauty as a brand, and have created tons of content featuring the products which lead to a very organic partnership. We love synergy!

Did you know about the Rimmel Match Perfection Concealer? @stel_hyperion added it to the list and I have to say, I had never heard of it before. New to me AND a drugstore find? The gurls are curious!

$9.98 USD skin tone adapting. limited shade range.

Kosas Revealer Concealer is one of my day to day jams (except for when NYC is experiencing a heatwave). So I was happy to see that @melaniemcc5 is also a fan. She adds that it’s great with loose powder. I agree, love it and also love knowing that it’s infused with skin loving ingredients.

$28 concealer meets eye cream. medium coverage with brightening effects over time. super creamy.

@agilesmusic came with the classics, adding Mac Pro Longwear Concealer and the Estée Lauder Double Wear - both known for their staying power. I’ve definitely tried the Mac PLC and was once a serious devotee to it.

Maybelline Instant Rewind made it on the list thanks to @makeupbyacv. Remember when the entire beauty community was going up for this one? Haven’t really heard much about it lately but Maybelline is always in the mix.

$9.99 USD radiant finish. infused with skincare.

Wow, Dior Skin Forever Concealer brings back memories. I used to wear the foundation, but never tried the concealer. So shout to @jenbeautyproject for getting this one on this list.

$36 USD. multipurpose. full coverage. natural finish.

I’m thinking we should do foundations next?

What do you think?

See you at noon EST tomorrow on Instagram Live for a KJH Academy attempt 😊

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