Highlighter and concealer - what's the difference?

The cosmetic industry does not stand still - today more and more “narrow purpose” products are appearing on the market. Their names, as a rule, are Latin, therefore, it is not always easy to understand what it is and why. Let's try to understand the highlighter and concealer - what's the difference and why are they needed if you already have a foundation and a blush.

If girls were about 15 years ago for a “serious” make-up there was enough foundation cream, shadows, mascara and lipstick, today some young ladies' cosmetics bags are bloated to incredible sizes. Jars and tubes filled with different colors of substance, all this is applied dotted in different places on the face, forming as a result the perfect skin color.

What is a highlighter, concealer, corrector and bronzer: a blogger tells:

Concealer (eng. "Concealer") appeared on the market for quite some time. It is a corrective agent that complements tonal or BB-cream. Its task is to disguise point-like minor flaws on the face. These are pimples, reddenings, traces from an acne, scratches. As a rule, concealer is quite liquid and packed either in a narrow tube with a thin nose, or in a bottle with a narrow applicator so that it is convenient to apply. There are also professional concealers with a thick texture, which are applied to the face with a brush. These tools have different shades, but, as a rule, they are close to the basic skin tones. For experienced makeup artists, color concealers are available that can correct even serious problems on the face and are suitable for people of different ethnic groups.

Highlighter (English - "highlighter") - a tribute to modern makeup trends. The ball is ruled by well-groomed and glowing skin - accordingly, the highlighter is designed to make the skin "glow". This tool is applied to certain areas on the face - this is how the “sculptural” effect is achieved, relief areas are highlighted. A person acquires regular and pleasant features. The skin itself, on which the highlighter is applied, looks healthier, fresher and more radiant. Let out liquid, compact, creamy highlighters of different shades - white, pink, bronze. Without these tools, it is difficult to imagine even a minimal modern make-up, so manufacturers often make 2-in-1 packs. Such a set will always help you to look great.

Proofreaders are available in several versions:

• Pencil - it is very convenient for those who have acne. Often such a pencil contains medicinal substances - for example, tea tree oil.
• Stick - in form similar to lipstick. Such a tool can cover a wider area - for example, the zone of freckles.
• Liquid - well suited for dry areas and for delicate skin around the eyes.
• Creamy concealers - usually produced with a palette of different colors.

The basic rules for applying this product to a person are:

• The concealer is applied AFTER the foundation! He must disguise the shortcomings with which the tone failed.
• If it is necessary to cover the circles under the eyes, before applying the concealer it is necessary to apply a cream base under the eyes. It will fill small wrinkles, thanks to which the concealer will not settle in them. So you can hide the first signs of aging skin around the eyes.
• If the tool is applied dotted, it does not need to poke into the center of the pimple. Concealer is applied by repeated movements in a circle - from the edges to the center. So it will turn out smoother means.

Color concealers will help to cope with various problems on the face. The fact is that each skin "trouble" has its own shade. Specialists, using the color wheel, have developed a system of color correctors, each of which drowns out one or another defect with its color. So:

• Orange - suitable for concealing blue, for correcting the color of skin under the eyes.
• Violet - eliminates yellowness on the skin.
• Green - hides all the flaws of red. These are pimples, small vessels, scratches, allergic rashes.
• Pink and yellow - also suitable for hiding blue spots.
• Dark shades concealers (brown) are used to sculpture the face, like a bronzer. They stand out cheekbones, forehead, chin line.

This tool can also be liquid, creamy and compact (dry). Usually the highlighter contains a shimmer - shimmering particles that reflect the light and give the skin a delicate glow. There is also a separate compact Shimmer, which is also considered a subtype of a highlighter. Skin highlighting is one of the final touches of make-up. First tone is applied, then corrective concealers are applied, then the face is sculptured with a bronzer or other means. Already then the highlighter is applied. Dry means is applied with a brush and shaded. Liquid and creamy applied by hand and gently driven into the skin with fingertips.

Points on which the “illuminator” is standardly applied:

• Cheekbones It is necessary to put a little money on their highest points. It visually tightens the face, gives it a playful glow and sculptures.
• Place under eyebrows. Back in the Soviet journals, “The Worker” wrote: when the eye makeup is finished, the lightest shadows should be applied to the entire area from the moving eyelid to the eyebrow. Today, make-up artists simply advise to highlight this area with a hint of highlighter - this will emphasize a bend of the eyebrow.
• Internal corners of eyes. It is also a very “old” point - before it was always highlighted with light shadows. This technique gives the look glow, eliminates signs of fatigue, makes the eyes even more expressive.
• The back of the nose. You can apply over the entire length.
• Corner above the upper lip. Just a drop enough to put on the "bird", just above the lipstick / gloss. This will make the lips more plump and prominent.
• Forehead. From the bridge of the nose to the center of the forehead, as if drawing an inverted triangle.
• Chin. Makeup artists advise applying a highlighter not to the center of the chin, but to the dimple under the lower lip. This will give relief to the lips and stretch the shape of the face.

The rule here is: apply the tool if you want to select and emphasize the zone. If, for example, a girl is dissatisfied with her nose or the shape of her lips, there is no need to put glowing dots there.

Like any other make-up, the highlighter should be applied in daylight - or where you will wear this makeup. This is the only way to achieve the desired effect.

The shade of the “illuminator” (this is also called this tool) should be selected depending on the natural skin tone. For girls with olive skin or slightly yellowish, peach and cream shades are suitable. Pale girls by nature can brighten their whiteness with pink or pearl color. Red-cheeked and ruddy need to “cool” colors, so it’s better to use blue, greenish, mint shades. For tanned beauties - golden colors.

A pair of life hacking from experienced masters of visage:

• If your ideal concealer is a little bit boring, you can drop a few drops of the liquid Illuminizer. It will liven up even the most matte tone.
• Just a little bit of the highlighter added to the concealer - and the area under the eyes will shine with freshness.

Since both of these tools are magic wands, often manufacturers combine them into a set or even in one package.Consider the most popular 2 in 1 tools and the best of the best concealers and solo highlighters.

Means of the American brand, which can be purchased online at a ridiculous price, literally 2-3 dollars. However, it is recommended by many beauty bloggers and buyers. In one small package there are two means at once: a light liquid concealer and a white highlighter. Each with its own applicator.

Concealer It lays down very easily (as stated in the reviews), it can be applied even over the powder. It does not roll, does not become clogged, and very well covers the darkness under the eyes.

Highlighter weak: it is suitable for beginners. Light color suggests that it is ideal to use for the area around the eyes - put a glowing dot in the corner, lighten the area under the eyebrow. Many girls have noticed that this highlighter is perfect as a base under the shadows - it is enough to drive a little bit into the upper eyelid before applying the pigment.

Concealer with shine effect. Designed to correct the area around the eyes. The tool is a pen with a brush at the end. It is necessary to twist the lower part so that a drop of product appears on the brush. The women noted the convenience in the application - the tool is spent economically and easily shaded.

Covering ability is average, it is suitable for correcting a small lack of sleep, and with obvious bruises, most likely, will not cope. The main customer complaints are related to highlighting. What is with him, that without him - there is almost no difference. As a highlighter tool almost does not work.

Very inexpensive and popular Polish tool. A shine concealer that can be applied to a face for correction and for highlighting some areas. Many buyers have noted that it is not bad hiding skin imperfections, copes with pimples and scratches. Stay steadfast enough all day.

How the highlighter works, but is more suitable for very light makeup and will be useful to lovers. Full makeup with contouring the face of such a tool is not done. Makeup artists are still inclined to believe that 2 in 1 is not serious. The best option is separate funds.

Featuring a covering power, matte finish and a very light texture. In addition, the tool has water-repellent properties - with it you can even cry, not being afraid to remain "in negligee". On pimples, wreaths and other imperfections on the face is applied after the foundation and is necessarily fixed with powder. Without a layer of powder concealer quickly peel off. Under the eyes the corrector should be applied to tone.

It looks like a lipstick. It consists of pigment, caring components and oils, which “treat” circles under the eyes, not only from the outside, but also from the inside. The tool is recommended to apply a dot, and then smear with your fingers. Concealer has a lot of good reviews, but often customers write that the corrector "floats." Due to the presence of oils in the composition, it feels bold and "takes" on itself the shadows and mascara in the form of prints. Requires binding powder.

In any form (balls, compact powder, SS pencil-shaped highlighter), the famous “meteorites” are classics for “expensive” makeup. Give a delicate glow and a healthy look. "Meteorites" can be used as powder and as an independent highlighter, brushing on the desired points. Customers say that you need to adapt to the tool: coping with the application is not so easy, but the effect is worth it.

Champagne shade illuminator, famous among all those who are not indifferent to cosmetics. Gives a mirror shine, a slightly damper. Applied with a brush, and with different brushes in different ways. You can make a strong glow, but you can - very delicate. Very well complemented by bronzer. The only downside is the price.