Can foundation be used as concealer?

Use the exact shade to match your skin tone. This means you could use your regular foundation as a concealer instead of buying a separate one. The foundation should preferably provide at least medium to heavy coverage in order to work.

Is it OK to put foundation under your eyes?

Never put concealer or foundation on your eyelids as a base, it will cause your eye makeup to crease. Use your fingers to apply your foundation if you want sheer coverage and a brush for medium to full coverage.

What can I use if I don’t have concealer?

A full-coverage cream or liquid foundation is an excellent substitute for concealer. Spot treat the affected area(s) by dabbing on a small dot of foundation using your ring or pinky finger (they’re more gentle than your index finger) to blend with the surrounding skin, and allow to dry before applying any more makeup.

Is foundation and concealer same?

Concealer is meant to conceal, while foundation is meant to be the base — or ‘foundation’ — of your look. Noto also stresses the importance of going easy with foundation or tinted moisturizer before applying concealer on any blemishes, as she says this is what gives the most natural-looking coverage.

What goes first concealer or foundation?

Applying foundation first creates an even base to reduce overall redness, discoloration and minor blemishes. If you apply your concealer first, you may end up wiping some off when you apply foundation or using a lot more product than necessary, which can create a heavy, cakey look.

How can I hide my dark circles without concealer?

Here are seven ways to cover up your dark circles without having to reach for a concealer.

1. Use A Soothing Eye Masks. Tony Moly Eye Mask (5 PK), $10, Amazon.
2. Try Cool Tea Bags.
3. Reach For Caffeinated Eye Creams.
4. Elevate Your Head.
5. Use A Retinoid Cream.
6. Stop Rubbing Your Eyes.
7. Freeze A Spoon.

How can I cover my dark circles without concealer?

Can BB cream be used as concealer?

If you want to give your skin a break from full coverage makeup but still want to even your skin tone a bit, BB cream is the way to go. For a little more coverage without wearing foundation, try applying your BB cream before masking any imperfections that peek through with a lightweight concealer.

Can I use only foundation on my face?

Apply foundation only where you need coverage—not all over your face. The purpose of foundation is not, in fact, to cover up every square inch of your face like a mask. It’s really only meant to be used where you actually NEED it.

Is it better to use foundation or concealer?

OK, so the pros generally prefer foundation first, but there are some instances when you might want to apply concealer before foundation—namely, if you’re using a color corrector. And while most experts agree that covering up blemishes is most helpful over foundation, under-eye concealer becomes less straightforward.