If you face skin issues like acne, getting the right beauty regime is crucial. At the top of your head would be - how do I get a smooth and seamless skin? Concealers help heaps in remedying the irregularities seen on the skin as they function to hide blemishes, darkened areas and colour-correct the troubled spots. It usually works towards lightening the skin as well.
Is concealer or foundation better for acne?
There are concealers, for acne-prone skin that are especially strengthened with minerals, antioxidants which can prevent pores clogging and help heal acne. Same applies to foundation. You’ll need a non-comedogenic product. Foundation serves as the base for make-up. There really is no answer for whether concealer or foundation is better for acne as they both have separate functions and are safe for acne-prone skin.
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Packed with antioxidants, namely vitamin A and E derivatives, which absorbs excess oil, this formula thoroughly sustains the skin’s health well. Its texture feels heavily concentrated and yet there is a subtle lightweight feeling after application. A little dollop of this can produce a large coverage area. This product relies on its minerals to block out the irritating UV rays which are no good for acne-prone skin.
Having a non-comedogenic formula, this product works excellently on all skin types, including sensitive skin. This is also due to its ingredients that hydrates and reconditions the skin to be supple and healthier. With a lightweight balm texture, this concealer allows a natural, medium coverage for troubled areas, leaving a smooth and flawless look.
Maybelline has gotten it right with this all-time favorite among many. It literally covers everything and anything, ranging from dark circles, scars, redness, blemishes to seriously fine lines. The texture it creates is light and seamless. With Haloxyl and goji berry, this product is able to spread a solid medium to full coverage. There’s a sponge applicator that helps heaps to blend evenly throughout.
This concealer is perfect for dark circles and hides any blemishes naturally. It also leaves a thoroughly smooth natural texture without looking cakey. The concealer. is non-comedogenic and proven to be both Dermatologist and Ophthalmologist tested. Its coverage can last 7-8 hours. However, it can settle into few lines after several hours but are not noticeable.
The product is an oil-free 2 in 1 product - concealer and drying lotion. It covers, hides and even soothes the troubled acne-prone skin without creasing. With sulphur, this concealer is anti-inflammatory, thus has a yellow undertone to it and its zinc-oxide helps with acne-prone skin. This is a mineral-based product that is less irritating to oily and combination skin.
A full-coverage concealer, that settles in and blends well on your skin with very minimal creasing. It leaves a true matte look with no shine at all, so much so the skin’s natural luminosity becomes null. Therefore, this concealer needs to be paired with a foundation to provide a balanced and glowing look.
Some claim that this concealer changed the faces of a nation. It is that impressive. Providing full coverage, this tape covers and hides any skin imperfections. The creamy and yet you can wear this under the eyes, still feeling comfortable the whole day. A very flexible concealer, that you can use for anything at all.
This is an all-rounder, as it not only helps to cover up blemishes, it can also treat and prevent breakouts too. Developed by dermatologists and utilizing MicroClear® technology, this is non-comedogenic and thus will not clog pores. Available in four shades, this contains 0.5% salicylic acid, which helps prevent blemishes.
This is the ultimate full coverage makeup concealer. Formulated for all skin types, it has SPF30 protection. It is non-comedogenic, fragrance free, paraben free and does not clog pores, thus suitable for acne-prone skin. The concealer has a creamy texture and leaves a smooth, non-cakey effect which is long lasting - 16 hours coverage.
This is an organic, plant-based concealer packed with aloe and antiseptic bamboo. Aloe is amazing for skin moisturization and also has anti-inflammatory capability. Antiseptic bamboo helps reduce bacteria and sebum that are the culprits for inflammatory acne. Its powder’s lightweight texture, is great to be dabbed on the face or for covering troubled spots.
Attested by dermatologist, this is amazing for neutralizing redness. Be it a small or even an angry pimple, this product is the solution. Some say that this is the next generation of skin perfection and radiance. It is a liquid formula and easily blends onto your skin. Containing vitamins C and E, which are natural ways to protect your skin, this product hides redness well.
This concealer provides a heavy coverage and thus not suitable for oily skin. Best suited for dry skin, it is great to hide all blemishes, imperfections naturally. The product blends in seamlessly without clogging pores or leaving fine lines. It leaves a subtle matte finishing and some shimmer, providing a light sheen to the skin. With SPF 20, this concealer can stay on for 6-7 hours.
Available in 3 shades, this is a multi-purpose product - concealer, highlighter and also an eyeshadow primer. As a highlighter, it gives beautifully shaped eyebrows. You can also use it as a lip-liner. It helps resolve pigmented skin problems, leaving a natural look. The tip of the pencil is comfortably soft and the results are truly spot on and long-lasting.
Winner of Best Beauty Award, this concealer gives a full coverage, leaving a wonderful wear. It blends in easily, leaving no creases. The formula feels rubbery and because it does not spread out much to cover a huge area, it allows you to take a more targeted approach. Your skin does not look cakey and has a natural skin-like finishing.
Some have pegged this as the one that has changed the way people have done their makeup. It has a creamy texture and thus is able to cover tons of area on your skin. You can blend it in really easily and does not leave any creases. The results would be a natural matte finishing that is very skin-like in nature.
Available in 8 shades, this concealer’s lightweight texture helps to create a medium to full coverage. You can cover up blemishes, redness, protecting your skin from harmful rays as well. With 15% titanium dioxide, this formula is oil-free and thus will not clog pores. It can be used for under the eye area, conceals imperfections and visibly brightens up the skin too.
The hero here is the hyaluronic acid, which helps it to glide on smoothly. Its texture is lightweight so much so it feels like second skin. However, its texture isn't opaque enough to completely hide acne scars. This concealer leaves a brightened-up look and is long-lasting as well. There’s extra hydration from hyaluronic acid, helps to keep your skin moist and supple.
This is a 2-in-1 product - foundation and concealer together. Perfect for those with cystic acne problems. You can use the foundation to balance and even out your skin tone and then by flipping open the cap, there is a matching concealer which you can hide the red, angry skin irregularities.