The main reason for concealing the under-eye area is to disguise dark circles and reduce signs of fatigue.

Bye-bye, dark under-eye!

My favorite way to eliminate dark circles and wake up a tired eye is to combine an opaque, full-coverage concealer with a highlighter pen. They are perfect partners: the concealer lightens (provides coverage), while the highlighter pen brightens (adds radiance). I find mixing a concealer and highlighter pen together creates a product with just the right texture for the skin around the eye. When used alone, opaque concealers are often too heavy and can leave the skin looking cakey.

I love MAC Studio Finish Concealer (3) in combination with Lancôme Teint Miracle Natural Light Creator Concealer Pen (2) or Dior Skinflash Radiance Booster Pen (4).

For tips on how to apply under-eye concealer, watch the video tutorial below.

Accurate shade selection for overall skin perfection!

Most of the clients I work with have yellow-based skin with gray under-eye circles. First I apply a yellow-based foundation to the whole face, and then, to correct the color in the eye area so it matches the rest of the complexion, I apply a concealing product with a pink/red undertone. The result? A consistent-colored complexion from forehead to jaw (once any other blemishes on the skin have been taken care of).

The fatigue fighters!

For those who don’t suffer from serious shadows and just want to even out their skin tone, liven up the eye area and look less tired, an under-eye concealer usually does the trick.

For a soft-focus effect around the eye, I love Diorskin Nude Skin Perfecting Hydrating Concealer (1) and Lancôme Effacernes Longue Tenue Long-Lasting Softening Concealer (5). Both have been specifically formulated for the eye, provide light to medium coverage without crepiness, are lightweight and creamy, and leave the eye area looking even-toned and fresh.

Product picks!

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