Concealer Pencil

Foundation does not always cope with minor skin imperfections. To help him, women often use a masking pencil. This small amount of color cosmetics in the form of a pencil or lipstick complements the foundation and helps to achieve an even skin surface. In decorative cosmetics, this cosmetic product is often called a corrector.

Only a few women know that the corrector is used as a base for foundation. Corrective agents of this format are the easiest to use, as they are small in size, conveniently packaged, and do not require additional devices for application to the skin.

The corrector is used for sleep problems, skin diseases, to create an even tone of the face. A masking pencil is an ideal tool for hiding the following shortcomings and diseases:

• dark circles;
• small scars;
• freckles;
• bruising and swelling;
• rosacea;
• uneven tanning;
• blue veins on the face;
• vascular stars.

Some correctors hide minor flaws and provide a healing effect, over time completely eliminating the flaw.

At the moment, there are several varieties of masking pencils. They have different functions, packaging and even color. So the options are:

1. Green - with it, you can quickly and easily hide pimples. Often such a pencil is double-sided: on the one hand, there is a green pigment that fights various inflammations and microbes, and on the other, a corrector to match. For women with oily skin, this tool will be a real lifesaver.
2. Lilac, purple or lilac - well hide yellow age spots. Such products can be used to combat dark circles or to soften severe tanning.
3. White - helps to cope with dark circles under the eyes and disguise freckles. According to the principle of action, it resembles a highlighter - highlighting and emphasizing individual areas of the skin of the face.
4. Yellow or orange - this pigment is ideal for bruising or ugly swelling under the eyes.
5. Pink – hides blue and yellow age spots, thereby refreshing the complexion. Suitable for mature women, as it provides a rejuvenating effect, giving the skin of the face a natural pink blush.
6. Blue Works great on even the darkest brown spots and freckles
7. Brown - Useful for uneven tanning or partial peeling.

For an even and natural tone of the face, you will need not only a masking pencil. It is very important to follow the algorithm for applying other cosmetics, which will lead to perfect makeup.

1. Before applying any decorative cosmetics, it is necessary to thoroughly cleanse the skin of the face. cleanser or special tonic. With shortcomings and typical features of the skin of the face, a cream is applied.
2. At least 20 minutes after the previous stage, they begin to apply decorative cosmetics, starting with a make-up base.
3. Next, move on to the masking pencil. It should be a tone lighter. It is necessary to carefully, with light movements, apply a small amount of pencil to problem areas - and at the same time blend it well to avoid the effect of a mask. First you should pay attention to the area under the eyes, and then you will need to move on to other problem areas. To make the tool even more inconspicuous, you can lightly pat the application area with your fingertip.
4. The next step is foundation, cream or fluid.
5. Finished with powder makeup - to give matte and eliminate oily sheen.

We must not forget about the functions of each type of masking pencil. Such products should only be applied to the relevant parts. A white pencil is usually shaded on the nose, and yellow or pink is applied under the lower eyelid.

Small imperfections become almost invisible to others thanks to masking pencils. The result is flawless makeup, even tone and velvety skin.

The selection of correctors should be carried out individually. The main recommendations that a woman should be guided by when choosing a proofreader:

1. The pencil must match the type and tone of the skin.
2. The type and density of the cosmetic should be chosen according to the problem and the desired effect. It must be taken into account - the smaller the problem area, the denser the agent should be.
3. The masking pencil should not cause allergic reactions, inflammation and irritation. Before applying to the face, it is advisable to test the product on a small area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe skin.
4. A good remedy lies evenly on the skin, in no case does it roll, does not form lumps and does not spread along the folds.
5. High-quality masking pencil does not dry the skin, does not clog pores and does not cause oily sheen.

Almost any brand of cosmetics produces masking pencils. Below is a list of the most famous and high-quality cosmetic products:

• stopproblem - hides problem areas of the skin of the face, relieves inflammation. Contains active ingredients: celandine and sage extracts, Australian sandalwood oil, bisabolol. Available in beige and natural colors. The cost is from 115 rubles. The low price and stunning visual and therapeutic effect make this remedy the most popular among women.

• Masking pencil Librederm "Seracin" for oily skin with acne - ideal in the fight against minor skin defects, blackheads and redness. The tool lays down evenly, has a drying effect and has an anti-inflammatory effect. The cost is from 300 rubles.

• Vichy Normaderm - a 2 in 1 remedy. It masks skin imperfections and at the same time dries up inflammation, treats problem areas, providing an antibacterial effect. The main components are lipo-hydroxy acid and vitamin E. This pencil is best suited for combination and oily skin. Odorless, hypoallergenic. The tool is quite expensive: the cost is from 850 rubles.

• Concealer pencil from Avon "Perfect shade": There are several shades for various facial skin problems (pimples, redness and dark circles). Each product fits perfectly, is easy to apply and blend. The price starts from 300 rubles.

• "Tea Tree" by Oriflame – a comfortable pencil with a double effect: the green part relieves inflammation and redness, and the beige pigment hides problem areas. The cost starts from 500 rubles.

• Catrice Allround Coverstick Facial Pencil - universal pencil, hides any small flaws on the skin. There are three shades in the line, it is easy enough to choose the right option for your skin tone. The cost is not very high - from 250 rubles. Good value for money.

• Stick "Anti-Cernes" - concealer pencil. The most expensive of the described concealers. Suitable for any skin type, it has several shades, which makes it possible to choose the most suitable tone. Contains aloe. The peculiarity of this pencil is the instant masking of dark circles and redness on the skin (thanks to reflective mother-of-pearl particles). The cost is from 1800 rubles.

• Vivienne Sabo «Correcteur Anti-Imperfections» - not only masks skin imperfections, but also has a healing effect. Thanks to the healing composition (zinc oxide, tea tree oil and salicylic acid), it has an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, as well as dries and protects the skin. "Stylo Correcteur" - make-up artists call this tool "magic wand". Feature - light-reflecting pigments that illuminate the skin, which helps to eliminate signs of fatigue on the face. It should be noted that this pencil is very stable and provides a moisture resistant effect.The cost of both pencils starts from 180-200 rubles.

• Sebo Specific Pencil by Yves Rocher ideal for girls who value the presence of herbal ingredients in the composition of the cosmetic product.

• Seventeen Anticernes Concealer Pencil - has several shades to match the tone of the face, as well as a light green pigment to eliminate redness. Contains castor oil and vegetable waxes. The average price is 390 rubles.

• "Clearing Concealer" - suitable for all skin types (as well as "Luxe"), has three shades of tones, as well as a special corrective green shade that eliminates redness. The tool evenly falls on the skin, instantly masks inflammation and redness, provides a healing effect, eliminates rashes. This masking pencil is expensive: the price is from 1900 rubles.

Concealer is a decorative cosmetic product that should be in every woman's cosmetic bag. Even the owners of perfect skin and an even complexion sometimes have minor imperfections that can ruin all plans. A concealer will quickly and easily hide imperfections on the skin, and the healing effect of some pencils will help get rid of the problem itself.

If you focus on the reviews, it can be noted that usually ladies choose the following brands of correctors: Essence, Lumene, Relouis, Cover Stick, Maybelline, Clear Matt and Natural Beige Luonnonbeige. Girls are attracted by their cost and composition: most correctors contain vitamin E, which is so necessary for the skin. Ladies usually pay attention to the color of the corrector, whether it suits their skin type. Many of the fair sex use a concealer lip concealer.They mix lipstick with corrector and apply this mixture on the lips with a brush.

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