Hello there and a very warm welcome to the first in what I hope will be a regular series of Pick Or Purge - where I comb through a particular type of product in my makeup stash and decide what to keep and what to discard.
When I first started makeup, I had no idea what to do with concealers. I thought they were only to be used on blemishes, but each time I tried concealing a spot or two it just looked awful (still does). Then I discovered how they could be used on dark circles and.. life was never the same again.
I've been trying out several concealers for a while now, all with the sole purpose of covering my dark circles. It's been a quest, almost. And like any quest, I've had ups and downs.. and as a result I have a ridiculous stash of concealers.
My concealer criteria is (1) must be a good shade match, (2) must not be drying (my under eye area tends to run drier than the rest of my face), (3) must have minimal creasing and (4) must wear well through the day.
Pretty simple, right?
I'll be honest and say I haven't found my go-to concealer yet, but there are several that I really like.
My current collection of concealers includes:
- ELF Studio HD concealer in Medium
- LA Girl Pro Conceal HD concealer in Medium Beige
- LA Girl Pro Conceal HD concealer in Warm Honey
- Maybelline Fit Me concealer in Medium
- L'Oreal True Match Crayon concealer in W4-5
- L'Oreal True Match Crayon concealer in W6-7-8
- NYX Full Coverage Concealer in a Jar in Medium
- theBalm Time Balm concealer in Mid-Medium
- MAC Prolongwear concealer in NC35
- MAC Prolongwear concealer in NC42
- Bobbi Brown Corrector in Dark Peach
That's a lot of concealer for a gal, especially when I don't use some of them. So let's evaluate them individually and figure out whether to pick or purge!
ELF STUDIO HD CONCEALER (medium)
A liquid concealer with a thin-ish consistency, it's easy to spread, has medium coverage and is one of my go-to concealers. This was a surprising hit, I really like the texture and the coverage, and I've used it on a daily basis. My only gripe is that it doesn't really last long, which bums me out. In any case, my current tube is almost over, but I don't think I'll repurchase - I want something more!
Final verdict - Purge
LA GIRL PRO CONCEAL HD CONCEALER (medium beige and warm honey)
These are a thick liquid concealer, but they're easy to blend out. I really like these, the coverage is perfect for daily use. I dislike the fact that it creases, but I haven't found any product that doesn't crease on me, so I can't really fault it for that. Medium beige is my winter shade, and warm honey is my summer shade.
Final verdict - Pick
MAYBELLINE FIT ME CONCEALER (medium)
This is a really nice concealer. The shade I have is too light for me, so I've been using it as a highlight, but it takes a lot of elbow grease to make it work. It's got a little less coverage than I like, bu it works really well over a corrector which is something that's important to me.
Final verdict - Purge current tube, but pick in a different shade
L'OREAL TRUE MATCH CRAYON CONCEALER (W4-5 and W6-7-8)
It's a.. solid?. concealer. More like a really thick cream, I guess. It's definitely not on the creamy side, but it still manages to blend out. Again, it does crease, but I find it's easier to blend this out post-creasing than the others. It's also super handy to take with my when I travel. However, I'm not sure of the shades. W4-5 is too light for me, while W6-7-8 only works with my summer skintone. I'm not completely sure what I'm going to do with these.
Final verdict - Pick, but probably only for my purse. Or test out the other shades? Unsure.
NYX FULL COVERAGE CONCEALER IN A JAR (medium)
A very creamy, emollient concealer that buffs and blends out easily, has wonderful coverage and can even work without a corrector. It does crease pretty badly, though. But the coverage.. and the ease of use.. augh, I can't decide.
Final verdict - Undecided
THEBALM TIME BALM CONCEALER (mid-medium)
A very, very creamy concealer, almost on the slippery side. Not a fan. The shade is also too light for me, so I've been using it for highlighting, but the formula is just so greasy! Probably will work really well on drier skins, but it's a crease fest each time I use it.
Final verdict - Purge
MAC PROLONGWEAR CONCEALER (NC35 and NC42)
These are the concealers I use when I want something to really last on me. They have great coverage, but smell like paint? Still, they're fabulous, but I hate the pump (it always over-dispenses concealer). NC42 is a great shade for me. NC35 is a tad too light, but works really well as a highlighting concealer.
Final verdict - Pick
BOBBI BROWN CORRECTOR (dark peach)
This isn't technically a concealer, but I LOVE IT. Can I just say I will never, ever be without this, ever. I use it on its own to cancel out any dark circles on most days, or use it under a concealer to look bright as a bunny. I'm almost hitting pan on mine and I'll have to get a backup soon! I know NYX makes an orange concealer, so I'll have to pit that against this at some point in the future.
Final verdict - Pick (hell yeah!)
At the end of this, I'm going to stay with:
- Bobbi Brown Corrector
- MAC Prolongwear concealer(s)
- LA Girl Pro Conceal HD concealer(s)
I'm still on the fence about the L'Oreal True Match crayon concealer and the NYX concealer in a jar, but the rest of them I will be discarding. That will bring my concealer to a more manageable amount!
Do you have a favorite concealer, or are you still on the search for 'the one'? Do you have any recommendations? Comment below and let me know!
When I first started makeup, I had no idea what to do with concealers. I thought they were only to be used on blemishes, but each time I tried concealing a spot or two it just looked awful (still does). Then I discovered how they could be used on dark circles and.. life was never the same again.
I've been trying out several concealers for a while now, all with the sole purpose of covering my dark circles. It's been a quest, almost. And like any quest, I've had ups and downs.. and as a result I have a ridiculous stash of concealers.
My concealer criteria is (1) must be a good shade match, (2) must not be drying (my under eye area tends to run drier than the rest of my face), (3) must have minimal creasing and (4) must wear well through the day.
Pretty simple, right?
I'll be honest and say I haven't found my go-to concealer yet, but there are several that I really like.
My current collection of concealers includes:
- ELF Studio HD concealer in Medium
- LA Girl Pro Conceal HD concealer in Medium Beige
- LA Girl Pro Conceal HD concealer in Warm Honey
- Maybelline Fit Me concealer in Medium
- L'Oreal True Match Crayon concealer in W4-5
- L'Oreal True Match Crayon concealer in W6-7-8
- NYX Full Coverage Concealer in a Jar in Medium
- theBalm Time Balm concealer in Mid-Medium
- MAC Prolongwear concealer in NC35
- MAC Prolongwear concealer in NC42
- Bobbi Brown Corrector in Dark Peach
That's a lot of concealer for a gal, especially when I don't use some of them. So let's evaluate them individually and figure out whether to pick or purge!
ELF STUDIO HD CONCEALER (medium)
A liquid concealer with a thin-ish consistency, it's easy to spread, has medium coverage and is one of my go-to concealers. This was a surprising hit, I really like the texture and the coverage, and I've used it on a daily basis. My only gripe is that it doesn't really last long, which bums me out. In any case, my current tube is almost over, but I don't think I'll repurchase - I want something more!
Final verdict - Purge
LA GIRL PRO CONCEAL HD CONCEALER (medium beige and warm honey)
These are a thick liquid concealer, but they're easy to blend out. I really like these, the coverage is perfect for daily use. I dislike the fact that it creases, but I haven't found any product that doesn't crease on me, so I can't really fault it for that. Medium beige is my winter shade, and warm honey is my summer shade.
Final verdict - Pick
MAYBELLINE FIT ME CONCEALER (medium)
This is a really nice concealer. The shade I have is too light for me, so I've been using it as a highlight, but it takes a lot of elbow grease to make it work. It's got a little less coverage than I like, bu it works really well over a corrector which is something that's important to me.
Final verdict - Purge current tube, but pick in a different shade
L'OREAL TRUE MATCH CRAYON CONCEALER (W4-5 and W6-7-8)
It's a.. solid?. concealer. More like a really thick cream, I guess. It's definitely not on the creamy side, but it still manages to blend out. Again, it does crease, but I find it's easier to blend this out post-creasing than the others. It's also super handy to take with my when I travel. However, I'm not sure of the shades. W4-5 is too light for me, while W6-7-8 only works with my summer skintone. I'm not completely sure what I'm going to do with these.
Final verdict - Pick, but probably only for my purse. Or test out the other shades? Unsure.
NYX FULL COVERAGE CONCEALER IN A JAR (medium)
A very creamy, emollient concealer that buffs and blends out easily, has wonderful coverage and can even work without a corrector. It does crease pretty badly, though. But the coverage.. and the ease of use.. augh, I can't decide.
Final verdict - Undecided
THEBALM TIME BALM CONCEALER (mid-medium)
A very, very creamy concealer, almost on the slippery side. Not a fan. The shade is also too light for me, so I've been using it for highlighting, but the formula is just so greasy! Probably will work really well on drier skins, but it's a crease fest each time I use it.
Final verdict - Purge
MAC PROLONGWEAR CONCEALER (NC35 and NC42)
These are the concealers I use when I want something to really last on me. They have great coverage, but smell like paint? Still, they're fabulous, but I hate the pump (it always over-dispenses concealer). NC42 is a great shade for me. NC35 is a tad too light, but works really well as a highlighting concealer.
Final verdict - Pick
BOBBI BROWN CORRECTOR (dark peach)
This isn't technically a concealer, but I LOVE IT. Can I just say I will never, ever be without this, ever. I use it on its own to cancel out any dark circles on most days, or use it under a concealer to look bright as a bunny. I'm almost hitting pan on mine and I'll have to get a backup soon! I know NYX makes an orange concealer, so I'll have to pit that against this at some point in the future.
Final verdict - Pick (hell yeah!)
At the end of this, I'm going to stay with:
- Bobbi Brown Corrector
- MAC Prolongwear concealer(s)
- LA Girl Pro Conceal HD concealer(s)
I'm still on the fence about the L'Oreal True Match crayon concealer and the NYX concealer in a jar, but the rest of them I will be discarding. That will bring my concealer to a more manageable amount!
Do you have a favorite concealer, or are you still on the search for 'the one'? Do you have any recommendations? Comment below and let me know!
Top 6: Best Kryolan Concealers Available in India with Reviews and Prices
I believe most of you are in a happy, holiday mood. There are so many websites running great offers currently. Hope you have made best use of the deals and discounts. For this new year mood, lets talk about some makeup, okay? So how many of you here use concealers? Well, for me, I don’t use concealers everyday, but save it for some special occasions. If you wish to read about the top 10 concealers available in India, check out our previous post. But here, I am going to specifically list down the the best Kryolan concealers in India with their prices. Read on to know the best Kryolan concealers you can use for medium to high coverage for weddings and parties.
Get the best deals for mac nc42 concealer at eBay.com. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! I wear a nc44 in the winter and nc45 in summer and I use a for my under eye circles concealer color nc45 first to block the dark. Wearing lighter concealer first makes my dark circles look grey. So I have to use the same color concealer as my foundation and then I go the 1 to 2 shades lighter (nw42 or nw43) on top pf that. That works wonders.
What do you do when you get a sudden breakout few days before an important event and the scars are very prominent? Or wake up on the morning of an interview and find dark circles under your eyes? Sure, skin care and home remedies are best in the long run as they treat the problems. But for a quick fix, we need to hide our flaws with some makeup, right? Concealers come in handy during those times. For those who are not aware, Kryolan is a brand that was initially catering to film, theater and television industries for over 66 years and later on, also entered the beauty industry with a wide range of luxury, professional makeup products. All their products are developed with ingredients of highest purity, dermatologically tested and against animal testing.
MAC pro longwear concealer: NC 42: MakeUp Forever HD: 153/Y405: MakeUp Forever Mat Velvet+ #53. For me MAC NC40 is a tad too light, and MAC NC42 is a tad too dark. NC42 foundation dupes To look for other foundation shade dupes, you can check out www.findation.com. This website is a huge help when looking for a comparable shade in another.
List of Best Kryolan Concealers
Nc42 Concealer
Kryolan TV Paint Stick Concealer:
The product is specially meant for TV, film, stage and video work. The special base of TV Paint Stick allows gentle make-up application and provides effective covering at the same time. It can be slightly difficult to blend on dry skin, so you would need to apply a moisturizer/primer first. Offers very good coverage. Very useful during photography/selfie shoots. A wide assortment of more than 250 color shades is available. However, this might clog pores and cause breakouts, so oily skin people can avoid it. Price: INR 800.
Kryolan Concealer Cube:
The concealer cube comes in an innovative cube like packaging with concealor on top and loose powder at the bottom. The top has two different colors of concealer, one lighter and one darker. You can mix them together to get the perfect shade as you desire and use the powder to fix and set the makeup. Its cream based and gives medium to full coverage. Also, it is mineral-oil free and so apt for those who have sensitive skin and allergic to mineral oil. Comes in 9 different shade combinations.
Kryolan Brush On Concealer:
This comes as a very handy, pen applicator along with nylon bristles which helps to target spot apply the cream. There is a rotating mechanism at the bottom to dispense the product. It is best for covering dark circles and is highly pigmented so just a drop is required for each eye. The consistency is light and thin. The staying power is very good and lasts for more than 12 hours. Also, the product doesn’t settle into fine lines. Comes in 6 different colors. Price: INR 400.
Kryolan Concealer circle:
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The concealer circle comes in a round packaging with six different shades for covering up small discolorations. Convenient to mix and blend to suit your skin tone. Available in 7 different colour combinations.
Kryolan Dermacolor Camouflage Creme:
This is a thick highly pigmented concealer offering high coverage for blemishes, acne marks, scars, fine lines and almost everything. The texture is thick and creamy and blends easily with an easy finish. You need to apply just a tiny amount each time. The coverage looks very natural without cakey appearance. It is waterproof and lasts for a long time without melting or fading. Available in an extensive range of 75 colors which can also be intermixed to give your skin tone a natural appearance.
Now, this is available in various packaging, so you can choose the one as per your liking. Normal round packaging: Rs.350, Erase Stick, Palette (6 colors), Palette (12 colors), Palette (24 colors): $99.95 for 80g, Twin Set (Set of Camouflage Creme + Fixing Powder)
Kryolan Dermacolor Light Concealer Stick:
It comes in a sleek, silver, twist-to-open packaging. Effective in covering spots and dark circles. Follow up with Dermacolor Light Setting Powder to set it. Comes in 16 different shades and is affordable.
It is little difficult to find Kryolan products here in India. Their store outlets are in New Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai. Some of their products are also available on Amazon, Ebay, etc. Kryolan is undoubtedly one of the best makeup brands and their concealers are truly awesome. Which ones have you tried and how did it work for you? Do share your experiences.
By Contributor: Archana
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