Beauty Round-up: Six Concealers Put to the Test
Six eye-concealers to keep you looking wide-awake even after three hours of sleep.
Price: B950
They said: Can be used both under the eyes and on dark spots, crease-proof, easily blendable, long-lasting and enriched with moisturizing vitamin E.
We say: Though creamy in texture, it’s not too thick like other stick products making it easy to apply. The medium coverage suits a natural look with a flawless finish. Not only does it conceal but it also brightens dark circles under the eyes. If higher coverage is needed, you can always apply more without the results becoming too cakey. Tip: Apply using the stick then dab rather than rub.
Verdict: The packaging makes it easy for touch-ups during the day. Suited for both daily use and special occasions that call for higher-than-usual coverage.
Price: B550
They Said: Balances imperfections for a continuously flawless look for up to 24 hours.
We say: Light creamy texture, easy to blend and offers medium coverage. But we can’t really tell the difference between it and the Revlon ColorStay Foundation—it just seems to come in a more ready-to-use pack that allows you greater flexibility to play around with shades.
Verdict: If you’re already using the Revlon Color Stay Foundation, you can get the same results by applying just a bit more to those imperfect spots. If not, this still makes for a sound investment.
Price: B1,450
They Said: Covers and brightens dark circles, maintains skin moisture levels giving a smooth, virtually wrinkle-free look.
We say: The texture is somewhere between a rich cream and a gel with a high coverage level, but it is easily applied. Full coverage can be achieved by using eye corrector first then applying the concealer in a brighter shade before finishing with the pressed powder that comes in the same kit. For a fresh daily look, though, only the concealer and powder are needed.
Verdict: Instant fresh eyes. The portable kit is very useful, as every concealer needs a powder to complete the look. Still, at B2,500 (for concealer kit and corrector), you might be better off just trying to get a good night’s sleep.
Price: B950
They Said: Moisture-rich and designed specifically to cover the discoloration under the eyes without it settling into fine lines and wrinkles.
We say: Rich in texture but not too hard to apply. You might need a concealer or foundation brush to help, but blending with your finger is fine and still gives a smooth result. Like they say, the rich texture doesn’t settle into fine lines, which makes it suited to longer wear.
Verdict: We like the way it’s easy to apply, the high coverage level and the smooth results, it just doesn’t really help you pull off the natural look.
Price: B790
They said: Provides smooth, long-wearing, invisible coverage, is water-resistant, fragrance-free and non-acnegenic. Enriched with vitamin A and E and SPF 35 protection.
We say: The product is creamy enough to be applied by either brush and finger, but the latter is always best. The light texture suits the natural look but impressively gives medium to high coverage and can easily be adjusted to your desired level.
Verdict: Total life-saver! Even if you’ve partied all night, this concealer gives you fresh eyes with a natural look.
Price: B850
They Said: Full coverage for dark circles and spots, enriched with vitamins including vitamin A, C and E, plus soybean oil, panthenol, linoleic acid and phospholipids for anti-wrinkle purposes.
We say: The product is quite rich and hard to apply by using only your finger—a concealer or foundation brush is a necessity. High coverage but not luminizing and the thick texture gives off a fixed make-up appearance rather than a natural daily look.
Verdict: Covered but cracked—with its thick texture, it doesn’t suit dehydrated skin and it can reveal wrinkle lines.
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