Max Factor CC Concealer Stick for Dark Spots, Light Skin, Pink, 3.4 g

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When it comes to under-eye bags, the aim is to brighten those sallow tones that show through the skin. 'Peach brightens and cancels out darkness and is especially effective under your eyes,' says Chatterton. Just like a concealer, you'll want to make sure your color corrector can hold up for the entire day. The product should not only keep discoloration at bay for however long you intend on wearing it, but a good corrector will also last consistency-wise and prevent makeup from creasing or drying out throughout the day. Look for a product that is resistant to common makeup woes, like sweat and humidity, like the Bobbi Brown Under Eye Corrector Your Questions, Answered What does a color corrector do?

This multi-shade palette offers more than just under-eye coverage. If you’re looking for something to merely cover dark circles, save your money with a simpler product. A pinky/peach is perfect for covering under-eye darkness on fair skin,” says Hart. “Pink is also really great for adding brightness to the skin.” Since pink hues counteract any yellow and mild green colors, you can use a pink concealer to brighten sallow olive skin. With four different shades included in this all-in-one Make Up For Ever Palette, it truly does it all. A signature blend of powders, oils, and pigments combine to create this creamy and easy-to-apply formula. “At first glance, I thought the palette might be a little powdery. Surprisingly, the texture was very creamy. There was no smudging or creasing at all after I applied it to my under-eye,” shares our tester. Since green colour cancels out red, they are good for concealing redness, inflamed acne and rosacea. You can use this colour to cover-up any kind of redness on your face for a flawless and even foundation application. 2. Orange colour corrector:While it may seem counterintuitive to put a colorful cream on the area you want to cover up, we spoke to several makeup artists who say that they regularly use color correctors to help with a range of issues. What are color correctors? Purple and blue concealers help neutralize yellow and orange hues, as well as correct dark spots and hyperpigmentation and help tone down overly orange skin. (Think about those times you might have gone overboard with self tanner.)“I use a blue color corrector if a foundation I have is too warm or yellow,” notes Hart. “Adding a drop of blue neutralizes and cools it down.” Try the Maybelline New York Master Camo Color Correcting Pen in Blue . The key to an even complexion when applying a color corrector is having well-moisturized skin. "Gently press the color where needed and top with foundation and/or concealer. I'd do this using a blending sponge to ensure a seamless application and coverage," shares Leigh. Orange, red and peach colors can help correct the blue and purple-ish hues that come from under-eye circles, as well as dark spots caused by aging or sun damage. Consider using an orange concealer for a blue bruise, whereas peach is great for covering less-pigmented blue spots. Lighter skin tones can use peach for covering hyperpigmentation, while deep skin tones may benefit from orange and red shades.

In case you’ve never tried one before, here’s the deal: Under eye color correctors are a type of concealer containing pigments like red and yellow that cancel out the look of dark circles. Typically, these formulas are used before concealer and foundation to neutralize discoloration. There are plenty of options (and colors) to choose from, so to narrow down the most effective ones on the market, we tested 15 different formulas in The Lab, our Manhattan testing facility. Testers evaluated each under-eye color corrector on the basis of feel, coverage, and consistency before determining the best of the best. Color correction should always be applied after skincare and before foundation and concealer,” she notes. “Using a small brush to pat on, and a damp beauty sponge to stipple is the easiest way to apply color corrector.” Which Color Corrector Should You Use? Purple Color CorrectorsBlue. This shade neutralizes orange tones. It’s not common, but it’s a good choice if you have a cool, deep skin tone and need to neutralize warmth. It’s also useful as a mix-in if your foundation is too orange. Makeup techniques have evolved beyond just your regular concealer or cc cream. From red to purple, colour correctors are the under-the-radar products that disguise Saturn-like dark circles and dial down redness on the cheeks. Once you've chosen the best color corrector for your skin tone or complexion issue, then you'll want to apply a small amount of product on your skin (after you've applied your skincare). Place the product only in the areas you need it (under the eyes and around the nose are common) and remember that a little goes a long way. The type of product you choose will also determine its coverage — creams are usually fuller coverage than liquids. Cream formulas are often designed to be applied with a brush, whereas liquids can be easily blended with a damp sponge or your fingers, but use whatever tool works best for you. “I like to use my ring finger to pat in the product, after laying it down with a synthetic makeup brush like my favorite Real Techniques Brightening Concealer Brush,” La Banco explains. Give the product a little bit of time to set, then continue on with the rest of your makeup.

How to use it: If dealing with facial redness, use a green primer and spread over areas like the apples of the cheeks, tip of the nose and chin. You can also reach for a green-tinted moisturizer, like the La Roche-Posay Toleriane Rosaliac AR Face Cream . To neutralize small areas of redness — i.e. breakouts — use a concealer. One of our favorites is the Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Camouflage Color Corrector in Green . Blue Color Correctors As far as coverage goes, under-eye color correctors fall into two different categories: Full or light. If you have a lot of discoloration and want to camouflage it entirely, a full-coverage formula (like the Bobbi Brown Under Eye Corrector) is your best bet. For those who desire a formula to help brighten and hydrate rather than hide, a light coverage product, like the Smashbox X Becca Under Eye Brightening Corrector, is an excellent choice. Next, apply foundation or concealer over the corrected area. "Whichever you choose will depend on how much coverage a blemish might need, as well as how much coverage you feel the rest of your skin needs," they explain. "It's best to apply these layers of makeup thinly and in a patting motion with a sponge or a finger." Yellow. If your undereye circles are more purple than blue, a yellow corrector is the right choice. It can also minimize red tones, although not as dramatically as green would. That said, it often suits those with very yellow or olive undertones better than other correctors. Once you have your product, keep in mind that less is more. “Color-correcting concealer should be applied under your regular concealer,” explains Hart. “Apply it in thin layers and limit it only to the specific areas that are discolored. The next step is to use a bit of a concealer that is a match to your skin to blend and create a seamless finish.”

3. How to correctly apply colour correctors

Light shades of pink are also great for highlighting. Sweep some product onto the high points of your cheekbones and inner corners of the eyes. We love the Morphe Fluidity Color Correcting Concealer . The creamy formula is perfect for disguising dark circles and boasts up to 16 hours of wear. How to Use Red, Orange and Peach Color Correctors

Green covers redness and is good for concealing red acne breakouts," says Butler. This can also be good for rosacea or any other type of redness on the face. Purple. Purple neutralizes yellow or sallow tones. Most purple color correctors are actually lavender, so they can also brighten the skin. Blue: A blue color corrector can be used to adjust makeup that's too warm, Williamson adds. Say you have a foundation that you bought right after your most recent beach vacation but have since lost some of your tan. You can add a couple of drops of a blue color corrector to neutralize and tone down the orange hues in the formula so it better matches your skin.Peach: A peach corrector is used to minimize blue undertones for light-to-medium skin, especially for under eye circles. "Those circles peaking through are actually blue. If you have darker skin, you can use orange for this purpose," says celebrity makeup artist Katie Mellinger. Learning how to color correct is as much an art as it is a science. It’s rooted in basic color theory, so here are the main factors to consider when deciding on the best color corrector for you. Shade When looking for a color corrector, try to find a formula that best suits your skin type. If your skin is on the drier side, you may want to opt for a cream or liquid color corrector. Powder and matte formulas are beneficial for more oily skin," says celebrity makeup artist Jillian Dempsey. Meet our experts What it does: Yellow color correctors counteract blue and purple tones. They are most commonly used to lighten under-eye shadows and dark circles on light skin tones. They also work well as an eyeshadow primer. According to Gabbay, yellow color correctors even work great as a way to brighten up a dull complexion. If dark circles or facial redness manage to peek through your most heavy-duty concealer, then a color corrector might be the exact upgrade your makeup routine needs.