From the article: Conceal Pimples
The next best thing to clear skin is being able to conceal acne. Consider yourself a pimple-concealing expert? Then we need your know your tricks!
If you wield a mean makeup brush, give us some tips. Have a concealing product you can't live without? Tell us about it. Know of a unique but effective way to hide blemishes? Share your secret.
Tell us about your sure-fire way to conceal acne.
Share Your TricksDifferent pimples, different concealers
- I keep a range of concealers in my makeup drawer and use different ones depending on what I am covering. If I have a brand new pimple that is just coming out and is very red, I put a little Duac (benzoyl peroxide/clindamycin) on it, let that dry, then dab on some Tarte 'The Eraser' concealer. I let that set for a few seconds, then use a concealer brush to blend around the edges. Finally, I set it with a little loose powder. When I have a blemish that is drying out and has some flaky skin it is much more difficult. I put some of my moisturizer on (Clinique Moisture Surge) and then dab on concealer (the Tarte one or L'oreal's True Match). Otherwise, I dab on some of my powder foundation, Benefit's Hello Flawless. I find that liquid makeup can make flaky areas stand out more. I know that green cancels out the red in most people. Unfortunately, I have such pale skin that it is impossible to cover the green with more concealer. I just end up looking green no matter what!
- —makeupforacne
