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• Part 2 of 3: Choosing the Right Concealer
• Part 3 of 3: Setting up the concealer
• Warnings

1 Wash your face until it is completely clean. Cleanse your face in the morning before applying makeup, and rinse off makeup in the evening before bed. Long-lasting makeup starts with clear skin. Use a cleanser that's right for your skin type (dry, oily, combination, and more) to remove any grease and dirt that can dull your face or trigger acne.

2 Use a toner to even out your complexion and get rid of oily sheen. Adding a toner to your daily skincare routine is a great way to even out your complexion and eliminate any acne or breakouts. After cleansing, apply a toner to the skin with a cotton pad. Gently wipe the entire surface of your face with a cotton pad dipped in toner. Avoid the eye area.

• Some toners work better for oily skin, while others work better for dry skin. At the time of purchase, make sure that the product is designed specifically for your type of face.

3 Moisturize your face before moving on to makeup. Using a moisturizer is a must when it comes to cosmetics and skin care. After washing and rubbing your face with toner, apply a good moisturizer to your skin. Squeeze some cream (about the size of a ruble coin) onto your fingertips and rub gently into your face.

• The face should be moisturized in the morning before applying makeup and in the evening before going to bed.
• Find the right moisturizer for you. Some are more suitable for dry skin, while others are more suitable for oily skin.
• Many moisturizers contain SPF sun protection. Try it during the day as another way to protect your skin.

4 Use a primer. A primer is a base for further makeup. With it, your makeup will appear smooth and last longer. You can apply the primer with your fingertips or a brush. Rub a small amount of the product (about the size of a 50 kopeck coin) into the skin.

• The primer can also be used as a lighter form of foundation. If you like the natural look, replace the foundation with a primer, and cover all problem areas with concealer.

Part 2 of 3: Choosing the Right Concealer

1. 1 Look for a concealer that says it's long-lasting. There are many cosmetic brands out there, and each one has the same variety of different concealers. If you are looking for a long-lasting product, look for products where this property is written right on the package. If you need help, look for similar products on the Internet or seek advice from an employee of a cosmetics store.
2. 2 If you want to cover up dark circles under the eyes, use a concealer pencil. Concealer pencils are sold in a rotating tube just like lipstick. They perfectly hide dark circles under the eyes. These are usually very thick concealers, so you will need to apply very little of the product. While concealers are generally inexpensive and easy to apply, they are too oily and heavy to hide acne and other breakouts.
3. 3 If you have dry skin, use a liquid concealer. These types of concealer are usually sold in a squeeze tube or in a tube with a fine applicator. Sometimes, liquid concealers can clog under the eyes, especially if you have oily skin. Therefore, this type of product is not the best choice if you have oily skin.
4. 4 If you have combination skin or acne on your face, use a creamy concealer. These types of concealer are usually sold in small jars or squeeze tubes. They provide medium to complete concealment of acne or dark circles under the eyes. Creamy concealers are good enough to hide breakouts, making them an ideal choice for those prone to this problem.
5. 5 If you have oily skin, choose a matte concealer. Concealers like these can be sold in a box that looks like a powder compact. They are applied in the same way as creamy, but dry at the end and look like a matte powder. This type of concealer is a good choice for people with oily skin, but not for those with problematic or dry skin.
6. 6 Choose the right shade of concealer. To hide under eye circles or dark spots on your face, choose a concealer 1 shade lighter than your natural skin tone. If you want to cover up your pimples, you need to use a concealer that matches your natural skin tone. If you want to hide both dark circles and pimples, you are better off using two different types of concealer.

Part 3 of 3: Setting up the concealer

1. 1 Apply concealer to problem areas. This can be done with your fingers or a small brush to blend the product. As you prefer. Spread small drops of concealer over the areas you want to cover, then smudge those drops with your fingers or a brush. Smear the concealer in small circular motions.
   • To apply concealer to the under eye area, apply light strokes over the bruises under the eyes and spread. Usually in this area it is good to shade with the ring finger. If you're hiding dark circles, use a concealer one shade lighter than your skin tone.
   • To hide pimples, squeeze small drops of concealer onto and around the pimple. Then use your finger or a special brush to blend the product. In this case, use a concealer that is the same shade as your natural skin tone.
     • If you are covering up a bright red pimple, use a yellowish concealer. This will help neutralize redness.
2. 2 Apply foundation. Some people use foundation before concealer, however, it is actually much more effective to do the opposite. After you have covered all problem areas with concealer, apply foundation to the skin with your fingertips or with a special brush. Carefully distribute everything over the surface of the skin in a circular motion to make it look beautiful and even.
   • Choose the foundation that's right for you. Some of them work well on dry skin, while others work well on oily skin. Some foundations have a matte effect, while others add shine. When choosing a foundation, inquire about it before buying, or consult a professional to find the one that's right for you.
3. 3 Use powder to set the concealer. After you've applied concealer and foundation, use powder to secure your makeup. This way, the makeup will stay on your face all day and your skin won't look too shiny. Apply the powder with a special large brush, blending in a circular motion.
   • You can use any powder: compact (loose), cream powder or bronzer powder. For a thicker layer, use a creamy powder, and for a light layer, use loose powder.
4. 4 Avoid touching your face during the day. Touching your face during the day is not a good idea. By touching your face, you transfer dirt and grease from your hands to it. This can smear your makeup and cause pimples on your face.

Warnings

• Never put makeup on dirty skin, otherwise it will provoke breakouts on your face.