Dark circles are one of the most common beauty concerns, caused by anything from lack of sleep to genetics to thinning skin under the eyes as we age. While treating the root cause takes skincare and healthy habits, makeup can effectively conceal them in just a few minutes.
Choosing the Right Concealer
The golden rule is to use a concealer one to two shades lighter than your skin tone, with a touch of color-correction: orange or peach for deeper dark circles (suits medium-to-deep skin tones), and yellow or light pink for lighter, more blue-toned circles (suits fair skin). The corrector neutralizes the blue or purple tone under the eyes before regular concealer goes on top.
Application Method
Hydrate the under-eye area well first, since dryness emphasizes fine lines and causes concealer to crease. Apply concealer in an inverted triangle shape (base under the eye, tip toward the cheek) rather than a simple crescent — this brightens a wider area of the face and creates a subtle lifting effect. Pat it in gently with your finger or a damp sponge rather than rubbing, then set with a very small amount of translucent powder using a small brush.
- Use a creamy concealer that won't settle into fine lines
- Apply in an inverted triangle for a wider brightening effect
- Pat, don't rub, when blending
- Set with only a very small amount of powder to avoid caking
