What it is: A crease-resistant liquid concealer that provides a matte finish and full coverage for up to 16 hours. For those who have a very red or cystic pimple, use a neutralizing green concealer before a traditional one. Take a conservative amount of the green mixture and gently apply it to the pimple head only with a precision brush. The idea is not to create an opaque green pimple, but to reduce the intense redness.

The concealer also lives up to its name and works well for adding contouring or definition to the face. Despite offering a full coverage, it still feels lightweight and not at all cakey.As well as concealing my dark circles, it also did a good job at covering my blemishes, as I typically get hormonal breakouts on my chin area. Be very careful to avoid really heavy products. You should try to find both a concealer and a foundation that’s formulated to not clog pores, “especially if you have a pretty oily complexion,” says Dr. Lee, who adds that heavy cream-based or petroleum-based products can easily promote more breakouts. Most importantly, occlusion is often one of the first steps in the development of a pimple, so preventing it from happening in the first place is key. If needed, add a tiny bit more concealer on the underside of the pimple to minimize the appearance of a dark shadow. I do feel like the e.l.f. Hydrating Camo Concealer is a better fit for my personal makeup routine as I typically wear satin or demi-matte finish foundations, and this will blend in easier for a seamless appearance. It will also work much better when I want to skip foundation altogether and just use concealer, since the matte finish stands out more against bare skin. However, I would recommend the original matte formula for oily skin/areas or sweaty days. Have you tried either of the Camo Concealers?

Applying the concealer after moisturiser, I found it glided across the skin smoothly, living up to its velvety claims. The budget-friendly concealer is dermatologically tested and promises to be ‘highly pigmented enhanced with a mineral mix complex, which perfectly masks imperfections and blends in seamlessly’. Color-Correcting Concealer is used to neutralize specific skin tone issues like redness, dark under-eye circles, and dark spots. It comes in various shades including green, blue, peach, and yellow which all counteract a specific color concern. After foundation is applied, take “a tiny — and clean — lip or eyeliner brush and dab concealer around the inside perimeter of the pimple,” she instructs.

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There are various types of concealers available in the market, each serving a different purpose. The most common types include color-correcting concealers, under-eye concealers, hydrating concealers, brightening concealers, and more. Avoid touching any of the healthy skin around the blemish, and you should also steer clear of the very center. I did find it blended well and a small amount of product goes a long way. I wouldn’t say it’s highly pigmented, but it is buildable without being cakey to offer a more full-coverage look. I was pleased with the results, which offered a crease-free appearance under my eyes, making them look brighter and smoother.

Once you find a concealer that seems to meet all of the above requirements, there's still the task of finding your perfect shade match. "Concealers are not a one-size-fits-all kind of thing," Meyers tells Allure. "When it comes to choosing the right shade for your skin tone, knowing your undertones makes it a lot easier." If you're looking to cover blemishes, find one that matches your skin tone exactly. Looking to brighten the under-eye area? Go a shade or two lighter than your foundation. My only complaint was the colour match was not quite correct. Bearing in mind I bought the light peach shade, designed for cool-toned skin, it did look a little orange on me and took some blending. As a last step, dust lightly with loose powder that matches your skin tone to set the concealer in place,” says Dr. Lee. I like a full coverage and this concealer does just that. It covers dark circles effortlessly and is ideal for brightening up your undereye. It also works well for covering up any spots or blemishes. One review said: “I’ve tried concealers by Nars, TooFaced, Tarte etc. This one is by far my fave. Amazing coverage but doesn’t crease or make my under eyes look dried out.”

It had a satin finish, which brightened my under eyes without looking oily and there was no sign of the usual dry patches concealer clings to. My sensitive skin did not feel irritated at all.