Concealer For Men: The Secret Grooming Weapon You Need In 2022
There are many things most men won’t admit too: extra-marital affairs (understandably), being a poor fighter (boardroom or back alley) and owning, wearing or even considering concealer.
Despite the latter being the most innocent of the lot, most guys would rather be caught trousers-down than seen dabbing a finger into a pot of make-up.
Yet, concealer has been a secret weapon of well-groomed men for decades, responsible for the fresh faces of just about every A-list actor, model and musician on the red carpet.
Instead of make-up, think of concealer as camouflage – a way of hiding annoying dark circles, redness, spots. And done right, no one even has to know. Here’s how.
What Is Concealer
Essentially a pigment in cream or liquid form, concealer is used to, well, ‘conceal’ any kind of imperfection on the face. A flare up of rosacea the night before a job interview? A colossal spot hours before a first date? Concealer can help it go unnoticed.
A quick pat under the eyes, a rub around the nostrils, a dab on angry ingrown hairs and they’re gone. It’s a quick, easy way to make sure you look like your best Instagram-ready self.
How To Choose Concealer
Concealer Type
There are only a few types of concealer that you need to pay attention too: cream concealers, liquid concealers and stick concealers. Liquids and creams vary in ‘coverage’ (the opacity of the product) and are far more bendable than their stick counterparts. If dark circles, redness or small spots are bothering you, these two are the ones to opt for. Stick concealers are the heaviest and will often give full coverage, making them ideal for more severe blemishes and hyperpigmentation.
Skin Type
As well as what ails you, it’s important to consider your skin type when shopping for concealer. Oily skin, for example, requires something matte that can absorb grease without contributing to an even shinier face. For dry types, something hydrating will stop the product from sticking to flaking skin and appearing visible. After all, if others can see it, you’ve gone wrong.
