Several makeup artists agree: "To fade dark circles easily, first apply a peach-colored concealer."

There are days when fatigue becomes especially visible on the face, and the eye area is usually one of the first to give it away. Although dark circles do not always appear due to little sleep, they also become more pronounced with age or are simply there due to genetics. And although there are specific treatments to improve your appearance, makeup is still one of the fastest allies to achieve a more rested look.

However, when the pigmentation is intense or the dark circles have bluish, violet or brown tones, simply applying a layer of concealer may not be enough. In these cases, knowing which colors help neutralize each tone and how to apply them correctly can make the difference in achieving a brighter and more natural result.

The importance of choosing the correct concealer

If there is a product with which the desired good-looking effect is achieved, it is undoubtedly the concealer. Now, it is super important to choose the right tone, because if it is too light or does not have much coverage to cover the darkness, it can leave the area under the eyes with that unflattering grayish tone.

So, choosing the right shade and coverage of the concealer is essential. But if there is an ally in neutralizing tones, it is the pre-corrector. It is designed to be applied before the concealer and to unify the skin much better without grayish or artificial tones.

Makeup artists know perfectly well how to use these products, and they do not hesitate to use them when dark circles are very noticeable, and they need something more than a classic concealer. The makeup artist María Sánchez (@mariaferjol) from her Instagram account has explained how she neutralizes one of the most difficult dark circles.

How to neutralize dark circles with makeup

The first thing the makeup artist recommends is to neutralize the eyelid with a primer instead of directly applying the concealer and sealing it with a thin layer of powder for greater durability. “If we applied concealer directly we would be applying fat to the eyelid that ultimately breaks down and ends up all in the dark circle area,” he explains.

For dark circles, what María recommends, “if it is a violet tone, you should use a pink tone, and for dark circles that are browner, a peach color,” she points out. After the dark circles are neutralized, it is time to apply the concealer, which according to the professional should be the same tone as the foundation or a little lighter to illuminate. The important thing here is to apply the product in very thin layers and seal with translucent powder.

Who also agrees on using pre-concealer to perfectly neutralize dark circles is the makeup artist Pilar Lucas, who from her social networks (@pilarlucasmakeup) has pointed out the importance of knowing how to use both pre-concealer and concealer well.

For the expert, when you have to correct dark circles with intense color, it is better to first use a pre-corrector to neutralize, and then the concealer to unify. In the case of dark circles under the eyes, duller skin, if your dark circles are a little gray, we are going to use a pink pre-corrector, which will work very well to lift and illuminate the skin,” the makeup artist clarifies.

“In the case of mature skin where the area under the eyes dulls or becomes a little grayer, I recommend using a pink or peach pre-corrector, and on top of it a normal concealer of your tone. You will see how it looks good and how it brightens your dark circles,” says Lucas.
The key that both professionals highlight is to work the area well with thin layers and light touches so that the product is perfectly integrated. Just as it is important to find formulas that do not add weight or dry out the skin for a juicy and natural finish.

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