We’re all familiar with the endless skincare and makeup hacks discovered online that promise to reduce under-eye discoloration. But one simple and effective solution that both artists and editors swear by for brightening the area? A few swipes of the best concealers for dark circles.
Shop the Best Concealers for Dark Circles
Makeup by Mario
SurrealSkin Awakening Concealer
Haus Labs by Lady Gaga
Triclone Skin Tech Hydrating + De-Puffing Concealer
These highly recommended concealers, from top brands like Makeup by Mario, Haus Labs, and Nars, not only cover the dark circles but also contain ingredients such as niacinamide, caffeine, and vitamin C to help fortify and brighten the skin over time. When searching for your next go-to concealer, experts like board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon Margarita Lolis emphasize the importance of formulas that offer additional skincare benefits. “Opt for hydrators like hyaluronic acid and glycerin, which draw moisture to the skin, making the eyes appear plumper and less tired,” Lolis suggests. “Some concealers also include brighteners like vitamin C or niacinamide, which help reduce pigmentation and soothe inflammation.”
Nicole Faulkner, makeup artist and senior director of artistry and events at e.l.f. Beauty, advises using a medium-buildable hydrating concealer for the best results. “These concealers can be layered to achieve the ideal coverage or mixed with color correctors without any caking,” Faulkner explains. She also highlights that choosing the right undertone is essential to neutralizing dark circles with makeup. Choosing a color that is too light, however, can intensify under-eye circles instead.
We reached out to Lolis, Faulkner, along with experts Brigette Pheloung and Dara Levitan, to get their recommendations for the best concealers for dark circles. Read on to discover their top picks that are perfect for everything from your next no-makeup makeup look to a full glam transformation.
Hydrating Camo Concealer
It’s hard to find a hydrating concealer that gives you more bang for your buck than this one from e.l.f. Cosmetics. “Whether you like to spot treat minimally or need serious dark-circle help, the flexibility of this concealer makes this a staple in my and so many other professional makeup artists’ kits,” Faulkner says of the brand’s highly popular Camo concealer. “It’s hydrating, flexible, and buildable, the concealer’s satin finish mimics skin if left alone, and it plays well with other liquid and powder products.”
Very Valentino Concealer
Blood running through veins in your under-eyes can sometimes settle in place, causing dark circles to appear more prominent. Valentino’s buzzy concealer contains ingredients like caffeine to help get it flowing again while diminishing discoloration at the same time.
Hy-Glam Brightening & Hydrating Medium to Full Coverage Crease Proof Serum Concealer
When it comes to slightly pricier dark circle-minimizing concealers, Faulkner counts this buildable pick from Natasha Denona as one of her all-time favorites. Did we mention it’s formulated for up to 19 hours of wear? “The texture is thin, but the coverage is full!” she explains. “The concealer blends out like butter and stays put even without a setting powder. It layers well, and the shades are gorgeous.”
Give your eyes the care and attention they deserve with these top concealers for dark circles.