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See How to Conceal Undereye Circles With This Step-by-Step Tutorial

BellaSugar — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 03:02:00 PDT

Whether your undereye circles are the result of a late-night outing or passed down from genetics, there's no need to fret over them. Why? Because there's always a way to conceal them using the right makeup and application tips. That's why we turned to Smashbox Cosmetics Makeup Pro Lori Taylor to find out what tricks of the trade are necessary to hide dark circles and bags under the eyes. See how she does it in this video.

This Drugstore Concealer Is Twice as Nice

Miriam Lacey — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 11:22:00 PDT

I like my concealers to have a few qualities: good opacity, nondrying formula, and excellent wear. And happily, I can say that Revlon's PhotoReady concealer SPF 20 ($10) matches all those criteria nicely. It's a lot like another drugstore favorite of mine, Maybelline Cover Stick ($6), but it's a little less cakey and the colors blend more smoothly into my skin.

I bought two different shades, Light and Light Medium, to use on different parts of my face. I use Light on my forehead and cheeks and use Light Medium under my eyes and along my jawline. It's something I wouldn't have been able to do if I were purchasing a more expensive product, but I think the look is much more natural, since the skin under your eyes is generally a little darker. I do recommend wearing under-eye primer with it, because, like all concealer, it settles into the folds a bit. Other than that, though, I've been very pleased, and I feel slightly less impoverished by my beauty habit.

How to Prevent (and Get Rid of) a Cold-Induced Chapped Nose

Jaime Richards — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 05:00:00 PST

'Tis the season for illness, and unfortunately, a few of us on Team Bella have come down with the common cold in in the past week. (And a never-ending cold it seems to be.) A nasty little bug it is, colds also have a way of causing chapped, red, and generally all-around irritated noses. For tips on preventing and getting rid of the problem, just read more.

How to Get a Flawless-Looking Face

BellaTV — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 08:00:00 PST

Whether you have flawless skin or not, you can always fake it with makeup. That’s why we turned to celebrity makeup artist Fiona Stiles who has worked with Halle Berry, Eva Mendes, and Rosario Dawson to show us how to moisturize, blend, and conceal any blemish to make your face a perfect canvas.

How to Use Concealer to Hide Anything

Daily Makeover — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 08:00:59 PST

We're happy to present this article by makeup artist Victoria Stiles, who wrote it for one of our favorite sites, Daily Makeover!

Concealer can either be your best friend or your worst enemy. Choosing the wrong concealer color or texture can throw your entire makeup application off course, leaving you looking older than your time. Knowing how to pick the correct color and texture for your skin can ultimately enhance your overall appearance and help you hide any beauty mishaps.

Here are some concealer myth busters to help you learn how to correctly use concealer to make your skin look healthy, fresh and flawless. To check out the myth busters, just keep reading.

This Jemma Kidd Kit Keeps You Concealed and Hydrated

Miriam Lacey — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 08:01:58 PST

As someone with naturally dry skin, I'm always a fan of cream formulas, since they give me plenty of coverage without further desiccating my face. So the buttery color-correcting concealers in Jemma Kidd's new Skin Perfection Kit ($36) are a boon. The kit has lime and apricot-hued concealers designed to hide redness, sallow skin, and under eye circles, along with a jojoba oil-infused luminizer and a cream blush.

The products really do work-I subbed them for concealer and foundation and got pretty, natural-looking results. I only have two concerns. One, the color correctors are a little too movable and get into the creases under my eyes in no time. And two, they melt quite a bit on my fingers, and I doubt they'd hold up very well in warm or humid weather. Otherwise, though, it's a cute, handy kit for concealing on the go.

Holiday Survival Guide: Go From Day to Night in 5 Easy Steps

Jaime Richards — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 10:00:31 PST

Do you feel it in the air? It's party season, and that means you probably have more than just one festive social function marked in your calendar. But it also probably means you have very little time to actually get ready for said soirées. That's why I've devised this quick and simple multitasking guide for going from work to holiday gatherings in a flash. To see the step-by-step list, just keep reading.

Double Duty: Zit-Zapping Concealers

Jaime Richards — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 07:00:00 PDT

When it comes to covering up pimples, there are a few tricks to keep in mind: use a concealer in a shade that matches your foundation, apply the product with a small precision brush (like Smashbox's #5 ($20), and lightly stipple around the edges to blend.

But if your concealer can pull a double duty and conceal and heal, to quote Ina Garten, "How good is that?" Formulated with acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid, sulfur, or tea tree oil, here are a few zit-zapping concealers to put pimples in their place.

http://www.bellasugar.com/How--Cover-Up-Your-Acne-804134

Found: A Concealer That Covers Both Acne and Dark Circles

Jaime Richards — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 09:00:00 PDT

While it's certain that Shakespeare was not referring to hyperpigmentation, scars, or the markings of acne when he wrote, "Out, damned spot," he was actually on to something. Let's face it, a good concealer is a necessity. Many makeup artists recommend going with two different shades of concealer: one for under the eyes and one for other imperfections, like acne. With MAC's Pro Longwear Concealer ($16), I was able to cover both areas with impressive results.

While creamy to the touch, its surprisingly lightweight formulation provides medium coverage that dries to a semimatte finish, leaving ample time to blend while you're working with it. It's also easy to layer in case you're going for some full-on concealing. Also, not only is it crepe-, cake- and slip-resistant, but it wears for a very (very) long time. The only thing I'd change about the Longwear is the pump. It dispenses far too much product, and because of the way it's attached to the glass vial, I'm concerned I won't be able to reach every last drop toward the end.

Speaking of that glass vial, I drop things - a lot. And so far Longwear's been put through the ringer countless times, holding up to all sorts of klutzy action. For its resiliency, relatively low price, and multitasking abilities, this concealer is a great buy.

Take a Peek Into a Top Hollywood Makeup Artist's Bag, Baby

Jaime Richards — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:00:47 PDT

"What are your go-to makeup items?" It's my favorite question to ask makeup artists, from those who work behind the scenes on TV shows to the people behind the counters of department stores. "Nars Orgasm ($26) is pretty much up there," revealed Brett Freedman, who has beautified the faces of stars like Vanessa Hudgens and Scarlett Johansson. But he also had plenty of other top picks to reveal, like:

Lorac Breakthrough Performance Foundation ($36): "I love the colors. I love the consistency. I love that they have a foundation that's oil-free with sunscreen. I love that matte finish," says Brett. That's why he has one in every shade.
Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage ($28): You can customize your color by mixing the light shade with the deeper one, and that means they're perfect for all-year round. "You can [even] cover zits with it. That is a really nice thing because one concealer sometimes doesn't cut it," he adds.
"Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler ($19), of course," he says.
L'Oréal Voluminous Mascara in Carbon Black ($7): "Love the brush, love how black it is, and I like how it stays" he explains. Brett's tip: Get waterproof; it holds the curl better.
Rimmel 1000 Kisses lip liner ($3): "The consistency is genius," he says.

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Murad Acne Treatment Concealer - Sold Out	NEUTROGENA® SkinClearing® Blemish Concealer - Medium (0.05 oz) - Sold Out
Dr. Brandt Dr Brandt Blemishes No More Spot Blotter and Concealer 0.35oz - Sold Out	E.L.F. Beauty SOS - Sold Out
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Dermalogica Concealing Spot Treatment - Sold Out	Dr.Hauschka Skin Care Pure Care Coverstick, Beige 02 - $21.95
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