Face correctors: all the secrets of use

One essential tool for getting the perfect makeup look is a face corrector. They assist in highlighting your best features, correcting skin tone, and hiding flaws. However, it’s crucial to know how to use them correctly in order to get the best results.

Knowing the differences between various face correctors, like color-correcting cosmetics and concealers, can really improve your routine. Every variety is intended to address particular problems such as redness, dark circles, or imperfections.

We’ll look at the techniques for using face correctors in this post so you can always have flawless, natural-looking coverage.

Secret	Explanation
Choosing the right shade	Select a shade slightly lighter than your skin tone to brighten areas and correct dark spots.
Apply before foundation	Use the corrector before foundation to neutralize discoloration and ensure smooth blending.
Layer for better coverage	Apply thin layers, building up coverage as needed, to avoid a cakey look.
Blend with precision	Use a brush or fingertips to gently tap and blend the corrector for a natural finish.
Set with powder	After applying, set the corrector with translucent powder to keep it in place longer.

8 worthy face correctors: review

Reliable products for erasing flaws are featured in the Makeup editorial on rating.ru.

• Alliance Perfect Face Concealer, L"Oréal Paris

© L’Oréal Paris With its thin applicator, the iconic liquid Alliance Perfect corrector facilitates precise spot concealment. This corrector can cover up pimples, localized redness, and dark circles under the eyes. For the entire day, the light texture is evenly distributed and fixed. To extend the effect, fix the product with powder from the same series.

© L’Oréal Paris A corrector that is simple to use in place of foundation. It effectively addresses the issue of dark circles thanks to its weightless, light texture and ample coverage. There are nine shades in the palette, ranging from translucent pink to nude. Furthermore, because the corrector doesn’t contain oils or clog pores, it can be used even by girls with oily skin. The formula of Infaillible is highly pigmented and elastic.

© L’Oréal Paris The corrector blends in with the skin tone, conceals imperfections flawlessly, and has a creamy texture. Due to the hyaluronic acid in the formula, True Match not only corrects flaws but also moisturizes the skin. Depending on how many layers are applied, the coverage density can range from translucent to saturated. Two more benefits are the weightless texture and easy-to-use applicator.

What is a corrector?

Even if you have never held a corrector in your hands, it is simple to infer its basic function from its name. A corrector covers up dark circles and bruises under the eyes, evens out skin tone, and conceals acne, redness, and age spots, among other minor localized skin tone issues.

How is a corrector different from a concealer?

It’s common for foundations to be confused between correctors and concealers. And this is due to a number of factors: First of all, their respective roles are essentially partially duplicated. Second, some producers of cosmetics do not distinguish between these groups; instead, they offer a single product that can be used as a concealer or a corrector to cover up any small flaws in the skin. However, there is a distinction between the two.

The main purpose of a concealer is to cover up larger areas of the face, such as bruises and dark circles beneath the eyes. This can also be accomplished with a corrector, although it works best on more severe localized flaws like zits, acne scars, and small scars.

The texture of a concealer is softer, and the shade is more similar to the natural skin tone. A corrector can be colored—yellow, green, orange, or even purple—or it can be nude. We’ll go into more detail about this product category’s functions below.

It won’t be easy to hide a pimple with concealer because of its low covering power. However, the corrector easily completes this task because of its thicker and denser texture.

In this material, you can read more about the features and operations of the concealer.

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Types of correctors for the face

Depending on the task at hand, select the corrector format that is appropriate.

Liquid corrector

The most widely used format: liquid correctors are favored mainly for their user-friendliness.

• As a rule, the kit includes a convenient applicator, like a lip gloss, with which it is easy to apply the corrector both pointwise and to larger areas.
• Many of the liquid correctors can be used in the eye area to hide dark circles under the eyes. However, make sure that the corrector does not have a too thick texture and does not get stuck in small folds of the skin. If dark circles are too noticeable, apply the product in layers: first, spread the corrector in a translucent layer and blend it well. Let the product soak in and apply a second layer.

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Stick corrector

This is the second most popular corrector format, and it’s very portable. You can use it to cover up an ill-timed pimple even in a taxi on your way to a party, and it won’t break apart in your bag. Because of its creamy texture, this product is ideal for girls with dry skin because it spreads over the skin quickly and easily.

Use this method to cover up a zit or small scar: apply the product to the affected area, give it a few minutes to "set" on the skin, and then use your fingers or a sponge to blend the edges. To fix the outcome, dust the top with a little powder.

Corrector pencil

With its high density and dry texture, as well as the addition of antibacterial ingredients, the corrector pencil is a great choice for girls with oily or problematic skin. This corrector also boasts the longest durability. Apart from its primary purpose, this pencil serves multiple other purposes.

• With the help of a corrector pencil, you can visually enlarge your lips: apply a nude pencil, slightly going beyond their contour. If, on the contrary, you want to slightly reduce your lips, outline them strictly along the contour.

• The pencil can be used instead of an eye or lip primer: shade the entire surface of the lips with a corrector, and apply a bright lipstick on top – the shade will be more saturated, and the lipstick will last longer. Do the same if you use bright shadows.

• You can emphasize the area under the eyebrow with a corrector pencil to visually lift it.

• Line the mucous membrane of the eye with a pencil to make the look more “wide open”.

Cream corrector

Correctors are great for treating multiple skin problems because of their creamy consistency and typically come in small jars or palettes with four to six colors. Cream correctors can be used to cover up dark spots and scars because they are generally universal (they are even used to correct the face’s oval shape), have a fairly dense consistency, and have a high covering ability.

Cream correctors can be applied with a brush, sponge, or even your fingers to various parts of your face. Ideal for dry and normal skin types; too saturated for oily skin types.

Foundational corrector

Its consistency is similar to foundation, so it can be used in its place if needed. The shade you select should precisely match your skin tone, following the same guidelines as when selecting a foundation.

Dry corrector

Although it isn’t the most popular corrector format, its mattifying properties make it perfect for oily skin types. Use a corrector with green pigments to correct redness, and with purple pigments to correct age spots. On top, use a regular powder that complements your skin tone.

Use our test to determine the type of corrector if you are unsure.

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How to apply corrector to your face: step-by-step schemes

Correctors are useful for a variety of tasks, and there are, of course, different ways to apply them. We’ll go over the fundamental methods that will enable you to use a face corrector.

Concealer for the skin around the eyes

There are various methods for using eye correctors under the eyes. You can place a few dots beneath the lower eyelid or draw thin lines that diverge from the inner corner of the eye using the corrector.

However, you should only shade the applied product using one technique at a time: correctly shade the corrector in the shape of an inverted triangle, without extending it to the inner corners of the eyes. Note that the concealer should be either slightly lighter or the same color as your skin.

The right way to apply concealer is demonstrated in detail in our video tutorial.

How to cover up dark circles and bruises under the eyes?

You can conceal dark circles under your eyes on your own by adhering to these easy guidelines.

• If the dark circles under the eyes are too noticeable, use a concealer of a yellow, orange or pinkish shade, apply a concealer a shade lighter than your skin tone on top or immediately apply foundation to this area.

• To hide dark circles, also use a colored concealer. If you have fair skin, use pink, medium-toned skin will suit peach, dark skin – orange.

• Apply a colored concealer in the same way as a regular nude or concealer.

How to hide wrinkles with a concealer?

If you want to hide fine lines, a concealer is also essential. Use is governed by three fundamental rules.

Use a moisturizer first and give it time to fully absorb before applying age-defying makeup.

Next, conceal dark circles and crow’s feet under the eyes by using a corrector that is one to two shades lighter than the skin tone in this area (don’t forget about the "inverted" rule triangle"!). Select a water-based liquid corrector that won’t get trapped in creases; the skin will appear smoother after using it.

Use the same corrector on the nose bridge, the dimple above the chin, the corners of the mouth below, and the "tick" above the upper lip. Before the product has a chance to absorb, shade the area thoroughly with a damp sponge.

Using a thin brush or thin applicator, apply the corrector directly "inside" the wrinkle, to the shadowed area. The wrinkle will appear to be smoother if this area is lighter.

How to hide a pimple with a corrector?

Use color correctors to mask acne; they work better at balancing redness.

Using your finger, gently press the pigment and blend its edges. Give the corrector a minute to "settle" into the skin.

Color palettes of correctors: how to use

Color correctors are products that help cover up minor skin imperfections such as age spots, dark circles under the eyes, and redness. Read our instructions to determine which one you require.

Purple corrector

• Lilac tones neutralize yellowness, so a corrector of this color will help to cope with a dull complexion (in this case, apply the corrector to the entire face) and hide small age spots. Be sure to apply foundation on top.
• In addition to the fact that lavender corrector removes yellowness, it also gives the skin a glow.
• If you have a bad sunburn, apply a correcting primer with blue pigments to your face. It will help to soften the effect a little.
• If you have dark or tanned skin, do not use a cool-toned product: it is unlikely to improve the situation.

Yellow corrector

• Yellow correctors are ideal for neutralizing and lightening purple and blue spots, so use them to correct bruises under the eyes and fine spider veins.
• They are also suitable for masking dark scars and acne marks.
• If you do not have a yellow corrector on hand, try using a foundation with a yellowish undertone: it can also cope with slight redness.

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Pink corrector

• Conceals dark circles under the eyes: hides blue, green and purple colors. Dark circles of these colors are most often found in people with fair and medium skin tones. So if you notice that small veins around the nose or bruises under the eyes look greenish, feel free to remove them with a pink corrector.
• If you have pale skin, choose a salmon shade, peach is more suitable for olive or tanned skin.
• On pale skin, a pink corrector will also help hide age spots.

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White corrector

It’s rare to find white corrector. They are typically used to dilute concealers, foundations, and correctors that are too dark so that the final color is correct.

Green corrector

Since green best counteracts redness, this corrector is perfect for covering up redness in the complexion, spider veins, and acne. Apply a mixture of green corrector and foundation to the affected area to cover up more severe imperfections (like sunburn). Make use of a green correcting primer if you have a reddish-brown complexion.

Orange corrector

The most crucial dark skin corrector. Age spots, brownish circles under the eyes, and other dark spots can be concealed with orange corrector. Additionally, it will help to neutralize dark circles under the eyes and slightly lighten dark nasolabial folds and the area around the corners of the lips.

In order to achieve a flawless appearance, face correctors are necessary tools that can help even out skin tone, conceal imperfections, and accentuate facial features. The main tips for applying face correctors are covered in this article, along with advice on selecting the appropriate shades, applying them correctly, and blending methods for a natural-looking finish. Knowing how to use face correctors correctly can make all the difference in your makeup routine, whether you want to cover up flaws or accentuate your best features.

How to use a palette of face correctors?

This tutorial video demonstrates how to conceal expression lines, dark circles under the eyes, and zits with color correctors.

Your makeup routine can be significantly improved by using face correctors. It’s simple to draw attention to features, cover up flaws, and achieve a flawless look with the correct colors and application methods.

Whether you want to cover up redness, dark circles, or imperfections, always choose correctors that complement your skin tone and unique requirements. A natural finish requires careful blending and thin layer application.

Face correctors can be a dependable tool for improving your appearance and increasing your confidence with some practice. Try out various colors and textures to determine what suits you the best.

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