Max Factor CC Concealer Stick for Dark Spots, Light Skin, Pink, 3.4 g

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Yellow cancels out purple, which means it can be used for concealing any imperfections with a purple undertone to them. Bruises, visible veins and purplish under-eye circles can be concealed with a yellow colour corrector. 5. Purple colour corrector:

How to use it: Apply a yellow concealer on the under-eye region, creating a triangle shape. Blend the concealer out with a sponge or concealer brush. Work any excess over the lids as well to create one uniform shade around the whole eye region. We recommend the NYX Professional Makeup Color Correcting Palette , which contains six color-correcting creams to target a variety of skin concerns. Orange, Peach and Red Color Correctors What it does: Purple color correctors eliminate sallow tones, i.e. a yellow-tinged complexion. This is ideal for those who want to revive dull skin or conceal acne scars. The purple counteracts the yellow and creates a healthy, glowing effect. “Lavender correctors are great if you want to color-correct orange tones in the skin,” adds Gabbay. “In fact, using an orange corrector first under your eyes, then neutralizing that with lavender is one of my favorite tips for a flawless under-eye.” As far as coverage goes, under-eye color correctors fall into two different categories: Full or light. If you have a lot of discoloration and want to camouflage it entirely, a full-coverage formula (like the Bobbi Brown Under Eye Corrector) is your best bet. For those who desire a formula to help brighten and hydrate rather than hide, a light coverage product, like the Smashbox X Becca Under Eye Brightening Corrector, is an excellent choice.Katie Mellinger is a fashion and celebrity makeup artist specializing in flawless skin and feminine looks. Her work has been featured in outlets such as W, Vanity Fair, i-D, Wonderland, Oyster and many others. Makeup artist Sir John has explained to Cosmo that you need to identify a few things before you begin color correcting: (1) the area you need to correct, whether that’s under your eyes, around your nose, etc.; (2) what you need to correct, like dark shadows, yellow tones, or redness; and (3) the right shades to use to get the job done. If dark circles or facial redness manage to peek through your most heavy-duty concealer, then a color corrector might be the exact upgrade your makeup routine needs. Green: Williamson says you’ll typically find green used in color-correcting primers. “They're used to balance redness in the skin,” she notes. “So [they're for] someone with fairer skin or a medium complexion that has a lot of redness or pinkness to the skin who wants to tone it down, so it matches the rest of their body." You can also sometimes find the color used in spot treatments, to cover redness from breakouts or other small, inflamed areas.

In case you’ve never tried one before, here’s the deal: Under eye color correctors are a type of concealer containing pigments like red and yellow that cancel out the look of dark circles. Typically, these formulas are used before concealer and foundation to neutralize discoloration. There are plenty of options (and colors) to choose from, so to narrow down the most effective ones on the market, we tested 15 different formulas in The Lab, our Manhattan testing facility. Testers evaluated each under-eye color corrector on the basis of feel, coverage, and consistency before determining the best of the best. Color correction should always be applied after skincare and before foundation and concealer,” she notes. “Using a small brush to pat on, and a damp beauty sponge to stipple is the easiest way to apply color corrector.” Which Color Corrector Should You Use? Purple Color Correctors Green. This is the classic shade for hiding redness. Green correctors are often light or minty, making them ideal for those with lighter skin tones, but some deeper options exist too. To color correct like a boss, Sir John suggests applying your foundation or tinted moisturizer first so you won’t have to use as much color corrector as you accidentally would on a makeup-free face. “Keep in mind you’re not covering a tattoo or a bruise when color correcting—you’re focusing only on brightening shadows,” he says. “Apply lightly with your fingertips, and the warmth of your skin will help blend the product with your skin tone.” Pink. Pink is a mix of red and white, so it cancels out yellow and greenish tones in the skin and can also add some brightness since it’s just a lighter version of red.

4. How to pick the right colour corrector for your skin tone

Who It's For: People who love a true makeup-skin-care hybrid product and/or want to streamline their routine | Finish: Semi-matte | # of Shades: Five

This Bobbi Brown color corrector is a very popular option and for good reason: Not only is the cream corrector infused with moisturizing ingredients to keep your under-eye area looking smooth and hydrated, but it's also waterproof, sweatproof, and humidity-resistant, so it will stay put all day. “The product didn’t create any smudging or creasing,” says our tester. “Apply in layers onto a hydrated and well-primed area and it’ll go on absolutely seamlessly.” Plus, with 11 shades to choose from, you should be able to find an option that works for your skin tone. Regardless of which hue you select, each one has a pink or peachy base, which is great for canceling out the bluish-purple tone of under-eye bags. While it doesn’t come with an applicator (it applies best when using a brush), once it’s blended you'll look well-rested and youthful in mere seconds.Use a detail brush to apply the color corrector directly, and only, over the discolored area," they advise.