DESPITE TikTok teens suggesting we ditch under-eye concealer, if you’re aged over 25 and struggle to sleep, you’ll be well aware just how vital is is to cover the dark circles. Here I put three concealers to the test. 4 L'Oréal Paris True Match Radiant Serum Concealer, £10.
99 for 11ml Credit: L'Oréal Budget L’Oreal Paris True Match Radiant Serum concealer, £10.99 for 11ml, boots .com .
I’ve long believed that L’Oreal Paris creates some of the best base products on the high street, so this had a lot to live up to. It’s very lightweight, so doesn’t feel heavy on the delicate under-eye area and can easily be layered. But bear in mind that if you have dry skin, you’ll need to use hydrating skincare products first, otherwise the pigment will catch on rough areas and make them more noticeable.
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pals thought I'd been abroad PRIME TIME I tested three primers to stop make-up melting - one was like Marmite The luminous finish means it stays quite tacky, so if you have oily skin you’ll need to set it with a powder. Mid-range 4 M.A.
C Studio Radiance 24 Hr Luminous Lift Concealer, £26 for 9ml Credit: M.A.C M.
A.C Studio Radiance 24hr Luminous Lift Concealer, £26 for 9ml, maccosmetics.co.
uk . The first new concealer from Mac in many years, I expected big things and it does not disappoint. The hard-working formula is packed with 31 skincare ingredients, including niacinamide, vitamin C and hyaluronic to soothe skin and improve radiance over time while also hydrating immediately.
Most read in Fabulous FLY-BYE I feared I'd die in plane crash after nightmare flight - it led to a huge decision HIGH FIVE I've got 125 five star reviews on Vinted, here's keywords you need to ditch NOW CHILL-SEA GIRL 'Scotland has changed my style,' says Made in Chelsea's Georgia Toffolo TU PRETTY ‘The way I gasped’ exclaim shoppers as they race to bag £14 supermarket dress The formula is thicker than I imagine, so you get pretty good coverage with one swipe, and it comes in a commendable 44 shades, which means almost everyone will find a perfect match. Shoppers race to Boots to grab beauty bundle that’s ‘perfect for Christmas’ 4 Rodial Glass concealer, £38 for 7g, look fantastic.com.
Credit: Rodial Luxury Rodial Glass concealer, £38 for 7g, look fantastic.com . A great option for anyone with pronounced shadows or discoloration.
It’s super-brightening, really creamy, and easy to blend so you can tailor the coverage. Even after a few layers, it doesn’t look caked on or dry, and it contains antioxidants and peptides to help improve hydration and reduce lines and pigmentation long term. But disappointingly, there are only five shades.
Pick of the week 4 Space NK Beauty Advent Calendar is available at £250, and is worth £1,200 Credit: Space NK SUMMER isn’t over yet but if you are considering getting a beauty advent calendar this year, you need to take action now. Wait lists for those by Liberty, Space NK and The Cult are already live on the brands’ websites – so add your name. Read more on the Scottish Sun 'BEST IN TOWN' 'We need to stockpile', cry locals as Scots butchers to close after 40yrs BITE MOVE Eight sharks spotted near Scots beach as country labelled vital breeding ground The Space NK calendar, left, is £250 but contains products worth £1,200.
While Liberty’s (£260, worth £1,295), and The Cult’s, (£235, worth £1,100) are also great value..
