Yes, some concealers have the power to correct colors like purple undereye bags and bright red acne flare ups. If color correcting concealers are slightly outside of your comfort zone, don't fret-we put together this guide to breakdown everything you need to know.

What's a color corrector?

Color correcting concealers are designed to hide skin imperfections like redness, sallowness, and general discoloration. They're particularly good for anyone with dark circles, scars, dark spots, and hyperpigmentation.

But, there are so many colors.

Choosing the right color correcting concealer for you comes down to two things: color and consistency. If you have an extreme case of discoloration, you'll need a heavier product with a more intense hue. To even out mild to moderate discoloration you'll want a sheerer formula in a softer hue.

When confused about what color to get, refer to the color wheel: Complementary colors, or opposites on the color wheel, cancel each other out.

1. Green Color Correctors

2. Yellow Color Correctors

Yellow corrects pink and mild red hues. Unless you have extreme redness, use yellow over green to correct issues such as broken capillaries or mild sensitivities. Yellow is great for redness around the nose and mouth. Just use a light tough and blend well!

3. Pink Color Correctors

4. Orange & Peach

Wondering what color corrects dark spots? Orange and peach correct blue hues, under eye circles, dark spots caused by aging or sun damage, and brightens deeper skin tones. Orange is great for covering up a blue bruise, while lighter shades of orange, like peach, are better for covering a more mild case of the blues.

Use a peach for your undereye circles. It will instantly lift your face, making you look like you got a full eight hours of sleep even if you only got five.

5. Violet, Purple & Blue

Violet and blue neutralizes yellow and orange hues, corrects dark spots and hyper-pigmentation and overly orange (think self-tanner) skin. If you have any yellow spots to conceal, choose a purple hue. If you are insecure about yellow tones in your whole face, mix in a little lilac concealer with your primer and apply under your foundation.

Product Recommendations: NYX Professional Makeup Color Correcting Powder , Urban Decay Naked Skin Color Correcting Fluid , YSL Touche Éclat , NYX Professional Makeup Color Correcting Palette

OK, how do I apply it?

Once you've got your product, keep in mind that less is more! Once you've applied the proper color corrector, press (don't swipe) foundation and then concealer with a makeup sponge. This will ensure that the color correcting concealer has stayed where you put it. And only use corrector where you need it.

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