Techniques for Hiding a Blemish: Suggestions, Items, and Recommendations
Acne is a common skin concern that affects people of all ages, and for those seeking to conceal breakouts, makeup can be a helpful tool. Here's a guide to help you navigate the world of acne-friendly makeup products.
Green concealers, such as those containing green pigments specifically designed for redness correction, can help neutralize red or discolored spots without highlighting the tone. Similarly, yellow concealers are effective in correcting the color of purple-toned zits.
Foundation, concealer, tinted moisturizer, beauty balm (BB) creams, and color control (CC) creams are the best types of makeup to cover acne. Light coverage foundation lightly evens out discoloration, medium coverage camouflages mild redness and discoloration, and full-coverage foundation is more opaque and can be used for more obvious pimples or overall uneven skin color.
A popular and affordable option for covering dark circles and spots is Maybelline New York Facestudio Master Conceal. For those seeking full coverage, e.l.f. 16HR Camo Concealer is highly pigmented and contains kaolin clay to absorb oil. NYX Studio Photogenic Concealer Wand offers medium to full coverage with a green shade to neutralize redness or discoloration.
Neutrogena SkinClearing Blemish Concealer stands out for its dual purpose, as it not only hides pimples but also treats them with 0.5 percent salicylic acid. Maybelline Dream Pure Skin Clearing BB Cream, on the other hand, has 2 percent salicylic acid to cover and reduce breakouts.
BB and CC creams often include SPF, pigment, vitamins, brighteners, moisturizers, firming agents, and other benefits. The Ordinary Serum Foundation offers moderate coverage and comes in 21 shades. PÜR 4-in-1 Foundation Stick provides buildable, medium to full coverage with a matte finish.
BareMinerals Original Foundation is a classic powder foundation that can be built up from sheer to full coverage. Maybelline Fit Me! Matte & Poreless Foundation comes in 40 shades and is suited for people with oily skin types looking for matte, medium coverage.
The application process involves washing hands and face, applying acne treatments if used, applying primer, dotting concealer only on the spots to be covered, blending it into the surrounding skin, applying foundation, tinted moisturizer, or cream all over, and setting everything with a dusting of powder.
To reduce the risk of a breakout, it's recommended to cleanse the face after a workout, clean makeup applicators regularly, remove all makeup before bed, read labels to make sure makeup is noncomedogenic, give it time to see major results, apply makeup gently to avoid irritation, use clean brushes and sponges, wash an affected area twice a day with a mild cleanser and rinse with lukewarm water, treat acne with a product containing benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or adapalene, and avoid touching the face.
70% of people with dark spots caused by acne use makeup to cover it up. To ensure you find the perfect shade, it's best to get the advice of a makeup consultant in the store and hygienically test a sample on your actual face. The American Academy of Dermatology Association suggests starting with a clean face and applying makeup with applicators instead of fingers.
In conclusion, with the right products and application techniques, makeup can be a valuable tool in concealing acne. Always remember to prioritize skin health by following a good skincare routine and choosing noncomedogenic makeup products.
