Concealer is one of those makeup products that can completely change the expression of your face and one of the must-haves for makeup artists to achieve that fresh-faced look easily. But, like any other product, you need to know how to apply it correctly. All too often we use it without thinking and end up accentuating shadows, highlighting dark circles and wrinkles or even creating an unnatural effect.
That is why listening to experts such as Sergio Antón de Las Nieves, a professional makeup artist at YSL Beauty Spain, can make a difference. He himself has chosen to share his tricks with us to illuminate the gaze, disguise dark circles and achieve a fresh and flattering finish, in a very simple way that you won’t need to be a professional, just take note.
The first mistake when applying concealer
Sergio explains that one of the most common mistakes is applying concealer evenly over the entire under-eye area. The key is to apply concealer under the under-eye area and not directly on it. This allows light to brighten the area without it looking sunken or heavy, and helps the gaze look awake and natural.
Another important trick is the direction in which we apply the concealer. According to Sergio, applying from the outer corner upward helps lift the expression, avoiding that tired or sad face effect that often occurs with poorly applied makeup because that corner area is the one that tends to crease the most. It’s a small detail, but it has a big impact on the harmony of the face.
Where to apply concealer beyond under-eyes
It’s not just about covering dark circles. Concealer can also be used strategically to add light to certain areas of the face. Sergio recommends adding a touch of light to the chin, a simple gesture but, as he confirms, flattering on almost all face shapes and what it achieves is a more balanced and radiant finish.
Two simple tricks to improve your makeup
Beyond concealer, the makeup artist shared other simple tips to improve any daily makeup. The first, apply a little bronzer under the lash line. This step adds depth and widens the gaze, and it doesn’t appear as heavy as eye shadow.
To blend all products correctly and achieve a uniform finish, Sergio tells us that it is essential to blend, and for that the sponge is his best ally. Sergio suggests applying liquid blush with it in small dabs, so it blends with the rest of the makeup and avoids lines or patches.
One final, but no less important, tip is to apply blush just under the eye, in the area where the under-eye is located. This not only brightens but also prevents the area from looking sunken and allows an immediate rejuvenating effect, so that the skin looks fresh and rested.
By following these simple steps from Sergio Antón de Las Nieves, and applying concealer more consciously, you can transform your daily makeup to look more flattering with hardly any effort. In the end, it’s about learning small gestures that make all the difference and that anyone can apply in their daily routine.
