How to use correctors for the face: palettes of 6 or more colors, step-by-step application of liquid correctors and a pencil with photos and videos

Concealer palettes are a popular product in the market for beauty products for the face, as an emergency way to hide skin imperfections. Using them is easy, and the result will be a refreshed face without visible flaws.

Types and types of face correctors

Face concealers are available in palettes containing both tonal beige bases and colored pigments to mask possible problems. It is necessary to use them, like any other cosmetic products, in moderation.

Types of correctors:

• Oil Concealer... Dense pasty consistency effectively masks redness and other skin imperfections. It is recommended to choose a shade based on the problems that need to be hidden. The composition with vitamins and antibacterial additives will not only allow you to qualitatively mask any flaws, but also dry out inflammation.
• Liquid concealer. A flowable, water-based, non-greasy foundation similar to foundation, whose main purpose is to even out the overall skin tone. Sold in tubes and glass jars. It is recommended to apply quickly, so that the tone falls on the skin evenly, without emphasizing folds and wrinkles. He cannot cope with noticeable redness and it is advisable to resort to color correctors for additional adjustments.
• Corrector ‒ stick. The compact product resembles lipstick in its appearance. Light creamy consistency spreads easily and hides minor skin imperfections. Does not spread when applied, does not clog into skin folds and does not accentuate wrinkles. The composition contains vitamin complexes and moisturizing additives, which makes its use useful for owners of dry skin types. It is recommended to use it pointwise and blend with a sponge or fingertips.
• Pencil. Dry hard proofreader. Contains antibacterial additives that will be appreciated by girls with oily skin prone to breakouts. The product is multifunctional and is suitable for eliminating small visible defects and as a primer for eyes and lips. The pencil emphasizes skin imperfections with increased dryness, therefore, it is advisable for owners of this type to use it locally for festive events.

Application of correctors

Achieving high hiding properties of a cosmetic product, manufacturers strive to make it useful by adding vitamin complexes, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory additives.

These beauty products even out the overall skin tone, lighten pigmentation and mask many blemishes:

• traces of acne;
• capillary mesh;
• scars;
• bruising;
• freckles;
• circles under the eyes.

For best results, use a skin corrector and a color palette of pigments at the same time.

Water-based or oil-based liquids are indispensable for daily make-up and, if necessary, mask a large area of ​​skin.

It is recommended to apply them using cosmetic sponges or sponges. This hygienic method reduces the consumption of cosmetics and allows you to apply a light, even layer.

For girls with oily skin, it is desirable to apply oily products pointwise.

What the shades of the palette mask

How to use a face concealer: the palette has a wide range of shades to solve possible problems:

• Yellow indispensable for tired skin. A light-toned layer of sun pigment neutralizes dull color and creates the appearance of a fresh complexion. Brightens under-eye circles, old scars and acne marks, capillaries and small bruises.
• Green masks redness and acne, hides scars and scars. It is easy to remove traces of long exposure to the sun with a mint-colored liquid concealer. The composition often contains tea tree oil and salicylic acid, due to which the red color of inflammation is neutralized, and the skin receives an additional healing effect.
• Violet masks yellow spots from bruises and slight pigmentation. A thin layer of lavender liquid concealer will save unhealthy yellow skin.
• Blue useful for eliminating the consequences of an unsuccessful auto-tan. Refreshes and visually evens out skin tone.
• Pink ideal pigment for fair skin. Lightens dark circles, minor bruises and pigmentation.

Review of popular palette brands

How to use certain brands of face concealers is indicated on each palette from the manufacturer's brand. A rating based on customer reviews will help you choose the right set. All of these products have good hiding power and stay on the skin for a long time. Average durability of the given products is from 6 hours or more.

Popular palettes:

1. 15 color MAC correctors palette (1000 rubles). Dense texture, but does not clog pores, good durability up to 8 hours, suitable even for sensitive skin. If necessary, colors can be mixed with each other to obtain the desired shade.
2. Urban decay (1500 rubles). Light airy texture is easy to apply without weighing the skin, contains vitamins E and C. It is economical to use and has good masking properties.
3. Holika holika (500 rubles). The compact form of release contains natural plant extracts. Rejuvenates and moisturizes the skin, fights inflammation.
4. NYX Professional Makeup (1800 rub.). The palette consists of 20 shades. Light texture, contains vitamin E, aloe extract and antiseptic additives.
5. Maybelline (800 rubles). Delicate texture, easy application, high durability, neutralizes redness and other visible imperfections.
6. Faberlik (200 rubles). The smooth, non-sticky texture does not stain clothes. It is applied with light pats, which eliminates stretching and deformation of the skin during application. Provides even coverage throughout the day. The line is presented in yellow, green, purple and pearl proofreaders.
7. CATRICE Allround Concealer(300 rubles). A budget-friendly palette of color correctors to conceal circles, redness, and age spots.

Step-by-step instructions for applying correctors

How to properly use color correctors for the face depends on the palette. To eliminate minor flaws, a set of 3 colors is enough. In severe cases, it is recommended to purchase a set of more than 6 correctors with useful additives.

Before applying makeup, you must thoroughly cleanse your face, use a suitable cream of light texture and let it soak for 20 minutes. If necessary, remove excess with a napkin. Applying a body corrector first will prepare and brighten the problem area, and the next adjustment layer will hide imperfections much better.

How to disguise dark circles under the eyes

To mask dark circles under the eyes, apply the following scheme:

1. For the delicate area of ​​the eyelids, take the product to match or a little lighter.
2. Apply a few drops under the lower eyelid and blend to the outer corners of the eyes.
3. Then apply yellow or pink pigment and blend.
4. Another light layer of flesh tone on top of the color will complete the makeup.

How to mask the spider veins

It is recommended to choose a means for masking spider veins and rosacea without fragrances and fragrances, marked "Allergy tested".

The green and blue shades of the concealer will help to hide redness:

1. Use a sun-protected moisturizer for the base coat.
2. Let it soak in and apply the corrective agent.
3. It is necessary to apply the pigment with gentle movements, trying not to injure the skin.
4. The final step is to apply foundation and mineral powder.

Disguise the pimple

Green color will help to mask a pimple.

It must be applied with a brush or cotton swab to exclude the possibility of additional infection. Slightly blend the edges and wait a few minutes. Finish off with a suitable foundation.

How to mask freckles and bruises

The blue corrector will help to make pigmentation, freckles and yellowish traces of coming off bruises less noticeable. It should be applied pointwise on brown spots or yellowed bruises, gently smooth out the borders, and complete the makeup with a layer of foundation.

Face contouring

How to use face concealers: palettes of 3 dark shades and 2 light shades are specially designed for contouring, the task of which is to bring any type of face closer to an oval shape. Different shades of dark pigments and how to apply them will help soften features or add more definition.

According to the general rules of application, dark tones are used in areas that need to be hidden, and light ones for emphasis.

Application patterns differ for each type of face:

• Square. The square type is characterized by the relief and the same width of the face above and below. A dark corrector applied to the corners of the lower jaw and the lateral parts of the forehead will help bring it closer to the ideal oval. Dark pigments are applied in the shape of a triangle under the cheekbones, followed by softening of the edges. Blend a light concealer in the center of the forehead, on the chin, as well as in the area under the eyes, along the lower line of the eyebrows and in the corners of the lips;
• A circle. The round type is characterized by flowing lines with an indistinct chin and a large forehead. The correction is carried out as follows: the dark tone is shaded on the lateral surfaces of the cheeks, under the lower jaw and in the upper part of the forehead. Blush is applied in a triangle, the top of which is lowered to the corners of the mouth. The light pigment emphasizes the areas around the eyes, the center of the nose and the chin.
• Trapezium type differs from others in a massive heavy lower part of the face and a narrow forehead. The method of applying correctors is as follows: a dark tone on the lateral surfaces of the cheeks visually reduces their volume. Make a light accent on the chin and forehead. Additionally plucked eyebrows in the bridge of the nose will balance and balance both parts of the face.
• Triangle suggests the presence of a massive forehead and a tapered, pointed chin. A dark tone on the cheekbones and temples will help smooth out features. Shade the pigments of a light shade in the area of ​​the jaw, in the direction from the corners of the mouth to the temples.
• Rectangular type it is corrected in dark tone along the sides of the forehead and under the cheekbones, outlining the upper part of the forehead and the bottom of the chin. The tone is applied in narrow lines, without capturing most of the skin. The corners of the lips, the center of the nose and forehead are highlighted with a light pigment, apply a little under the eyebrows and blend from the lower eyelid to the bottom.
• Type rhombus characterized by wide cheekbones and narrowed parts of the forehead and chin. The dark concealer is shaded along the side of the cheekbones, while the sides of the forehead and the corners of the lips are highlighted with a light shade.

Highlighting cheekbones with a corrector

• Starting to correct the oval, you need to cleanse your face and apply a suitable cream with gentle patting movements. If necessary, use a colored concealer and distribute the first layer of foundation evenly.

  

• To highlight the cheekbones, you need a gray-brown pigment. This tone conveys natural natural shadows and looks harmonious. For a lighter complexion, take a light brown shade of the concealer. Slightly pulling your cheeks inward, determine the place for applying tonal spots. The dimples that appear during such a comic procedure will determine the area necessary for work. Using a brush, apply the selected concealer tone from top to bottom from the ear to the middle of the cheek. Feather the applied tone in the opposite direction, making a smooth transition from dark to light;
• Highlight the area under the cheekbone with a slightly more active tone and gently shade the borders. Apply a small amount of light pigment on top of the convex part, thereby highlighting the protruding area even more. Leave for some time to "shrink" the cosmetic and, if necessary, correct with a light-colored powder.

The subtleties of choosing concealers

Like any other cosmetic product, correctors can irritate the skin. A preliminary test for an allergic reaction will help reduce the risk of their occurrence. Brand palettes include different shades of the same pigment color. Light-skinned girls should choose light tones of correctors, dark-skinned girls should choose more saturated colors of palettes.

There are a lot of types of concealers, and the choice of means primarily depends on the purpose of use:

• Pencil has a dense structure and is suitable for correcting minor problems: freckles, minor redness and acne. (NYX, AVON, Faberlic);
• Tube with brush characteristic of a liquid texture that fights well with many imperfections in appearance. It can be used pointwise and on large skin surfaces. (MaxFactor, Mizon Correct Concealer, NYX Concealer Magic Wand);
• Means with a pasty consistency in tubes - a universal version of the product. The average density of the cosmetic product makes it convenient to use on large areas. Lightens pigmentation and dark spots, making capillaries, spider veins and rosacea less visible. Mixes easily with other color pigments to create new tonal variations. (Shiseido natural finish cream concealer, DERMABLEND (shade # 25) by Vichy)

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Common mistakes when applying corrector

It is important to remember that liquid concealers are applied to dry skin, and solid ones on top of the foundation. Colored is used in small quantities and a foundation must be applied over it.

Major mistakes:

1. Using a very thick adjustment layer Is the most common mistake. All concealers must be applied in a thin layer, remembering to remove makeup at night, giving the skin a rest. It is important to observe the measure and not use the entire arsenal of pigments every day.
2. The wrong tone of the product. Choose a skin corrector close to your natural skin tone. A very light or dark tone will contrast sharply with the natural complexion and will not give the desired effect.
3. Poorly shaded borders. The transitions from the corrective agent that stand out on the face resemble a mask and only aggravate the appearance. It is important to make the transition boundaries as invisible as possible. After application, it is recommended to look at yourself in daylight so that the imperfections become more obvious.
4. A large number of applied color correctors will create the effect of a spotted face.It is important to feel the measure and not overdo it with color adjustments.
5. The layer on the delicate areas of the skin should be thin. If necessary to hide the inflammation, apply the product more tightly. It is forbidden to use it on heavily damaged areas and to allow it to fall into open wounds.

After applying correctors, make-up must be fixed with a transparent powder so as not to emphasize flaking.

The modern face concealer palettes are very popular as an express concealer. It is convenient and useful to use, and reasonable prices make them affordable for many girls.

Video on how to use face correctors, correctors palette

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