spots because it will not bunch up around the acne or settle into the scars. The concealer does have to be set with powder or else it will crease into the fine lines of your skin. Liquid concealers can also have buildable coverage in different finishes to suit every need. A satin finish may look more natural on areas of drier skin. Best suited for normal, combination, oily, or sensitive skin and skin that is prone to breakouts. Little risk of irritating pimples. Stick concealer – Leaves a matte or satin finish. Both finishes are long-lasting and will not crack or bleed. Stick concealer is used for very specific purposes because it is thicker than liquid and contains a lot of coverage. This type of concealer is also very convenient because of the packaging and its ability to be used for touchups. This concealer works best on blemishes and small areas of discoloration. The formula is very creamy and blends easily into the skin allowing for flawless touchups throughout the day. Best suited for normal, dry, or sensitive skin. Cream concealer – Available in a small pot or palette, leaves a satin or cream finish on skin. Has a thick texture with opaque pigment. This type of concealer is similar to the stick concealer because it offers heavy coverage. However, you need to apply it with a brush because it can look heavy due to the intense pigmentation. Best suited for normal, dry, or sensitive skin. Also, an option for concealing birthmarks. Pencil concealer – Multipurpose, creamy concealer that can be used to precisely cover small blemishes and dark spots. Manufactured in cream or wax forms, this type of concealer can be used to cover up small blemishes. It may also be used to define the shape of the eyebrows or line the inner lash line to brighten the appearance of the eyes. Cream to powder concealer – Available in a powder compact/concealer. Apply with a sponge for a powdery, matte finish. Ingredients These are some common ingredients found in all concealer products: See also Baking, a make-up technique References Cosmetics Skin care