We have all worn sunglasses to cover our dark circles in public.

But walking around wearing sunglasses at night might be a wild idea.

This is when the makeup comes to the rescue.

Makeup is a magical art that can explain how to cover dark circles under the eyes.

A woman in the United States spends an average of $15,000 over the course of her life on cosmetics and makeup. A lot of that money goes toward concealers for under the eyes.

The key is to figure out the best technique that works for you.

This article will guide you through the various steps of getting flawless under the eyes.

Prepare the skin

It is a crucial step to prepare the skin before applying any makeup products.

Use a good eye cream to help hydrate the skin and minimize wrinkles, dark circles, fine lines, and puffiness.

“Eye creams are formulated specifically for the delicate skin around the eye, so they tend to be thicker. They contain more oil than a regular facial lotion, and they have a lot of active ingredients aimed at the problems we see around the eyes.”

Patricia Farris, MD

The skin around the eyes is usually much thinner than the rest of the face.

It is, therefore, the first to show any signs of aging.

Color correction

Color Wheel
Color Wheel

You can skip this step if your dark circles are not excessively pigmented.

But if they are, you need to use a color corrector.

It is a concealing technique that uses various colors to cover the different skin problem areas.

It is available in liquid and cream bases.

The color wheel determines which color corrector to use.

How does a color wheel work?
The color wheel works on the concept of color theory.

Colors that sit opposite on the color wheel cancel each other.

  • Green cancels out red. You can use it on acne,rosacea,or redness on your face
  • Yellow cancels out the purple of the bruises, veins, and under-eye circles
  • Purple/ lavender cancels out the yellow spots
  • Orange cancels out the blue and can be used on dark circles
  • The types of color correctors are based on your skin tone.

    If you have fair to light skin tone, a peach color corrector might be helpful to cover your dark circles.

    A bisque color corrector works best for people with light to medium skin tones.

    Use an orange color corrector if you have a medium to dark skin tone.

    If you don’t have a color corrector, you can use lipstick of the required color instead.

    How to apply

    Once you finish your skincare routine, find the color corrector that suits your skin tone.

    Apply a small concealer brush on the pigmented area and blend it in.

    You can also use a damp beauty blender or your fingertips for a smoother blended look.

    Warning
    Do not apply too much product at once. It might make the skin look cakey.
    Always begin by applying small amounts and building it up to the desired coverage.

    Concealer

    Concealer is a beauty product made of pigments that color the same skin color. It is made to cover up spots and dark circles.

    Apply a concealer to brighten your under eyes and hide the color corrector.

    Using a concealer without color correcting first might make your under eyes look grey and ashy.

    However, if you have faintly pigmented dark circles, you can skip color correcting and use a concealer directly.

    They are available as creams and liquids.

    Products For Dark Circles
    Concealer

    How to pick a concealer shade

    The rule of thumb for selecting a concealer shade is based on the shade of your foundation.

    Choose a concealer shade that is one shade lighter than your foundation shade.

    This helps brighten the under eyes while covering the orange color corrector.

    You can also choose a concealer of the same color as your skin tone and follow it with a lighter shade concealer to brighten the under eyes.

    How to apply

    Put a few dots of concealer close to the eyelashes under each eye and one in each corner of the eye.

    Start by applying small amounts of the product and build up as you go.

    Blend it in with a brush or damp beauty blender. You can also use your fingertips instead.

    Foundation

    Foundation is used all over the face as the base of your makeup.

    Your foundation needs to be an exact match for your skin, keeping in mind your undertone.

    Dot the foundation all over your face and blend it. Use a minimal amount on the under eyes since you have already covered them with concealer.

    A lot of layers under the eyes might make it look cakey.

    You can blend it using a foundation brush or a damp beauty blender. You can use your fingertips as well.

    Set it with powder

    Setting your concealer with a setting powder is essential to prevent the concealer from creasing.

    You can use what is popularly known as the baking technique.

    It involves a heavy dusting of a setting powder over the concealer under the eyes and then letting it rest.

    When it rests, your body heat allows them to “bake” together.

    After a few minutes, dust off the excess powder with a big fluffy brush.

    If you don’t wish to bake, you can also set your concealer by gently pressing the setting powder on it while it’s still not dry.

    Takeaway

    There might be ways to lighten your dark circles, but makeup is the one way that shows how to cover dark circles under the eyes.

    Recommended Article:
    To know how to lighten your dark circles, read How to Get Rid of Dark Circles Under Eyes: A Complete Guide

    Using a color corrector or concealer after prepping the skin for makeup can help neutralize the dark skin under your eyes.

    You can then continue with your makeup as usual.

    Remember to set the under eyes with translucent or loose powder to avoid creasing.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why is my concealer not covering my dark circles?

    If your concealer is not covering your dark circles, it is probably because you are not using a color corrector before concealing to neutralize the darkness. Use an orange or pink corrector before concealer to hide your dark circles completely.

    How to cover dark circles with minimal makeup?

    To cover your dark circles, apply an eye cream and use an orange/pink color corrector on the dark part under the eyes. Apply your concealer in small quantities till you get the desired coverage. Blend well at each step. Set your under-eye using a translucent powder.

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