Best Concealer 2018
These Are the 17 Absolute Best Concealers, According to Our Editors
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If there was only one beauty product I could use for the rest of my life, it would be concealer. The miracle product makes me look awake and fresh faced while hiding any blemishes I may not be all that excited about. Concealer is such a personal product, and it can be so tough trying to match your shade with your skin concerns. So, I surveyed the editors at POPSUGAR, who know a thing or two about beauty. These are our absolute favorite concealers. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some shopping to do.
Clé dé Peau Beaute Concealer SPF 25
Skin type: Combination
"My mom first showed me this magical Clé dé Peau Beaute Concealer ($70) when I was a teenager, and at first I chastised her for spending that much money on a beauty product. Then I used it. The formula is buttery and thick; a little goes a long way, and it's so easy to throw into your bag for quick touch-ups. Now I can't go back to just any old concealer; nothing else comes close. This is the one makeup product I know I'll wear forever." — India Yaffe, editorial assistant, Shop
Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer
Skin type: Combination, Dry
"I never used concealer consistently until a makeup artist applied the Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer ($30) to my under-eye area. I was so impressed I immediately went out and purchased a tube for myself and have been using it every day for a couple of years now. Not only is the color match perfect for me, I love the consistency — it's lightweight and super blendable whether I use a sponge, brush, or my fingers. I have combination skin, and this stays put to both cover up my dry under-eye area and hide blemishes in more oily spots." — Stephanie Nguyen, Native Editor, POPSUGAR Shop
"The Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer ($30) is by far my holy grail concealer. My skin gets really dry, and this is one of the only concealers that doesn't crease or dry my under-eyes out! Also, it has great coverage! There's nothing worse than a concealer that doesn't actually *conceal* anything." — Jessica Chassin, social media coordinator
"My favorite concealer and the one I've used for 3 years is the tried-and-true Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer ($30). I love the doe foot applicator, and its creamy, thick consistency. I use it as an under-eye brightener, it completely covers any zits or scarring I may have, and - the best part - blends out seamlessly onto my skin which is perfect for days I don't want to wear foundation (aka every day). I generally have a dry T-zone and oily cheeks, and it works perfectly for all areas." — Charisandra Perez, assistant social and partnerships coordinator
Tatcha The Pearl Tinted Eye Illuminating Treatment
Skin type: Acne-prone
"So, technically, this Tatcha The Pearl Tinted Eye Illuminating Treatment ($48) should go under your eyes only. But, to quote Madonna's controversial VMAs Aretha Tribute, "I'm a rebel heart." Not only do I pat this in a circular motion around my eyes, but I've also been known to Beautyblend it over acne, too. It's a really creamy, indulgent formula that melts into your skin surprisingly well, blurring all the stuff you don't want and highlighting what you do. It's the rare pricey-but-worth-it product that hides when my skin betrays my Mac and cheese thrice weekly habit." — Alaina Demopoulos, junior beauty writer
Perricone MD No Makeup Concealer Broad Spectrum SPF 35
Skin type: Combination
"I'm obsessed with the Perricone MD No Makeup Concealer Broad Spectrum SPF 35 ($35). I tend to have dark circles so this helps hide them plus it has SPF 35 so makes me feel better about protection." — Lisa Sugar, President, POPSUGAR
Kat Von D Lock-It Concealer Crème
Skin type: Dry
"As soon as I put on Kat Von D's Lock-It Concealer Crème ($26), I audibly gasped. I looked wide awake and airbrushed. The concealer had covered all of my blemishes without making me look cakey — a tricky task. It melted into my skin for a natural-looking finish. I was filming a video under hot lights for hours, and frankly, I was sweating a lot. The makeup artist never had to give my skin a touch-up. I stayed camera-ready all day long. I learned that the product is made with complexion-brightening pigments and hydrating ingredients that make the formula crease-proof. My skin didn't even feel dry when I wiped away my makeup later on." — Macy Williams, assistant editor, Shopping
Becca Ultimate Coverage Longwear Concealer
Skin type: Combination
"I would shout my love for the Becca Ultimate Coverage Longwear Concealer ($29) from the mountain tops if New York City allowed for it — that's how much I love it. This creamy tube of magic practically erases my every breakout, dark spot, and redness, won't budge for a full workday, and never feels dry or flaky on my skin. Mountain top, if you can hear me, this stuff is the sh*t." — Kelsey Castañon, senior beauty editor
IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Anti-Aging Waterproof Concealer
Skin type: All Skin Types
"I recommend IT Cosmetics' Bye Bye Under Eye Full Coverage Anti-Aging Waterproof Concealer ($24) for all skin types and skin concerns because it's a do-it-all formula. I'm personally obsessed with it because it makes even the worst dark circles disappear while brightening my skin at the same time. It's worth dishing out a few extra dollars for this one because a little goes a super long way and it won't move throughout the day." — Marisa Petrarca, assistant editor, Makeup.com
"IT Cosmetic's Bye Bye Under Eye has been revolutionary for me. I have dry, sensitive skin and eye bags that put Wednesday Addams to shame, but this concealer covers everything. The best part? A little goes a looooong way, so it's definitely worth the price!" — Nora Smith, social media coordinator
Kiehl's Since 1851 Youth Dose Eye Treatment
Skin type: Normal, Sensitive
"Fun fact: I've used eye cream and concealer under my eyes since middle school. Between having fair, practically translucent skin, being a lifelong night owl, and being blessed with a genetic pre-disposition for bags and dark circles, under-eye concealer is something I use daily, and a product category I can call myself an expert in. This month, Kiehl's launched a new product called Youth Dose Eye Treatment ($39) and I have been using it daily. It's subtly tinted in a way that it truly blends into any skin tone, makes my delicate underage area feel ultra smooth, and it reduces dark circles and puffiness almost immediately thanks to things like pro-retinol, red grape seed extract, and vitamin C. So this product has basically replaced my need for actual concealer! I wear it on its own and plumps up my skin and has just enough coverage. Occasionally I'll layer it under concealer and it takes any even mediocre product to the next level eliminating all signs of late nights. I can't rave about it enough — if you have dark circles, try this!" — Joanna Douglas, Senior Native Editorial Director
Urban Decay All Nighter Waterproof Full-Coverage Concealer
Skin type: All Skin Types
"Urban Decay's All Nighter Waterproof Full-Coverage Concealer ($29) is my absolute favorite when it comes to concealing my under eye circles and discolorations. It's heavily pigmented but still pretty lightweight which is great for a good amount of coverage that doesn't make you feel like it's caked on. I have major combination skin and eczema (totally oily one day or painfully dry the next), and I find that this concealer is super gentle no matter which state I find myself in. Plus, it really does last for hours and is totally waterproof — such a winner in my book!" — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, assistant editor, Makeup.com
"Urban Decay's All Nighter is easily the best concealer out there as far as I'm concerned. It covers everything flawlessly. My dog accidentally kicked me in the face and gave me a black eye over the 4th and a little bit of this concealer did the trick. Naturally, I had an event the next day and photos were taken. You'd never know the accident happened with a few dabs of AN!" — Murphy Moroney, assistant editor, Moms
Benefit Boi-ing Hydrating Concealer
Skin type: Oily/Combination
"I use Benefit's Boi-ing Hydrating Concealer ($20) under my eyes and on any blemishes. I used to use a different concealer under my eyes that would dry them out (a huge no-no), and this one does such a better job at covering up without drying out my skin. It's seriously so soft — I'm obsessed." — Tara Block, content director, POPSUGAR
Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Treatment Makeup
Skin type: Normal
"I definitely swear by the Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Treatment Makeup ($10). I don't struggle with major dark circles, but this product brightens up my under eye, color corrects and evens out my skin in a few swipes. I also love the spongey applicator — it makes application so easy and never looks cakey. It's definitely my holy grail and my every day go-to product!" — Tembe Denton-Hurst, assistant editor, Makeup.com
Smashbox Studio Skin 24-Hour Wear Waterproof Concealer
Skin type: Combination, acne-prone
"I love the Smashbox Studio Skin 24-Hour Wear Waterproof Concealer ($25)! It's perfect for my undereyes because it's light enough that it's not cakey but still covers any dark circles or blemishes I might have. I also feel like it totally stays all day long. I have combination skin but can also easily break out so I don't like wearing anything super heavy on my face." — Amanda McKelvey, social media strategist
Josie Maran Vibrancy Argan Oil Full Coverage Concealer Fluid
Skin type: Combination
"Until I started using Josie Maran Vibrancy Argan Oil Full Coverage Concealer Fluid ($28), I honestly don't think I knew what concealer was supposed to do to my under-eye darkness. It is like a magic eraser — I dab it under my lower lids, and it looks like I've slept 12 hours, taken a hot shower, and had two cups of coffee." — Maggie Panos, editor, Voices
Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer
Skin type: Combination
"I have combination skin that likes to break out in the same certain spots over and over again, but I found the Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer ($30) a while ago and rarely go a day without it now. It's full-coverage, so it works wonders on those pesky red spots I need to hide, and when I started using it, I got compliments on how good my skin looked, not my makeup, which is always the ultimate test for me. One jar lasts me forever — like, six to nine months — so it's super worth the price tag!" — Rachel Crowley, senior copy editor
Lancôme Macquicomplet Complete Coverage Concealer
Skin type: Combination
"When it comes to makeup, I'm a drugstore gal with every single product except my concealer. I recently started splurging on the Lancôme Macquicomplet Complete Coverage Concealer ($31) in both the Correcteur and Clair II shades (thanks for the recommendation, Mom!). Correcteur has a yellow tint to it, which combats the color of my dark under-eye bags and makes a great base for Clair II, the shade that matches my skin tone. The combination of these two products makes me look way less tired every day, even though I was probably up past midnight laughing at memes in bed." — Victoria Messina, assistant editor, Trending and Viral Features
Make up For Ever Full Cover Concealer
Skin type: Combination/acne prone
"I live and die by this Make up For Ever Full Cover Concealer ($34). It's thicker than most, but I deal with cystic acne and the post-inflammation hyper-pigmentation afterwards and this is a lifesaver. I also mix it with a little bit of my eye cream to cover dark circles under my eyes and it always makes me look well-rested. The best part is it's buildable so you can put on as much or as little as you need. Plus, a little goes a long way so one tube lasts FOREVER: I use it almost every day and only need to buy about one tube a year." — Christina Stiehl, assistant editor, Fitness
Glossier Stretch Concealer
Skin type: Combination
" I have combination skin and finding a concealer that didn't make me more oily, or dry in certain areas was tough. I finally feel in love with this Glossier Stretch Concealer ($18). Its silky texture melts right into my skin and stays on all day. Depending on the blemish or amount of sleep I missed, its buildable coverage is ideal for every situation." — Krista Jones, assistant editor, Shopping
