elf Concealer Review At a Glance At A Glance
• The Flawless Brightening Concealer is a light coverage option.
• The Camo Concealer is high full coverage and matte.
• The Hydrating Camo Concealer avoids a dry undereye look.
• Those with dry skin should stick with they brightening and hydrating options.
Most drugstore brands offer a variety of concealers to solve several skincare concerns, and elf Cosmetics is no different. You might be wondering which is the best for your skin and your needs. I am doing an elf concealer review to lay out the claims and results of each offering. By the end you will know how each concealer performs before you make a purchase.
Flawless Brightening Concealer
This is a brush tip pen concealer, in which you click the button on the opposite end to dispense the product. It is not difficult to get the product going the first time around.
This concealer comes in 18 shades. It claims to keep your eye area looking fresh with a buildable formula. The pen format is perfect for travel. It should conceal uneven skin tones while creating a bright and flawless complexion. You are to shake it well while pointing the tip downward. Click the button slowly until you see it start to come out.
The key ingredients are hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture for a plumped up look, and Vitamin C to rejuvenate the skin.
I find that this concealer meets its claims very well. This concealer is not meant to be full-coverage. It does feature buildable light-to-medium coverage while it also brightens the skin with a satin finish. I prefer to blend this with a brush or sponge instead of the brush tip, but elf also recommends that. Many enjoy using this concealer for light, or even no-makeup days, and it is perfect for that!
Rating: ★★★★★
Hydrating Camo Concealer
I feature this as part of the best elf products of all time! It was released after the original 16hr Camo Concealer, as its formula is really the opposite. Your skin type will dictate which Camo Concealer is the best option for you, and each make a nice compliment to their Camo CC Cream.
This concealer comes in 25 shades. It claims to have full-coverage with a satin finish for all-day wear. The large doe foot applicator should be easy to work with. This formula is great for all skin types, while it also gives a boost of hydration.
In terms of key ingredients, it has sodium hyaluronate to lock in moisture, and rose flower water for soothing properties.
This is one of my all-time-favorite concealers, and I typically reach for it for special occasion looks! It is absolutely high-coverage with hardly any building needed. A little bit goes a long way, but you do not have to worry about it getting out of hand. The finish is satin, but really it looks natural, not too matte or shiny. I love how creamy and hydrating it is! This concealer is so smooth and flawless.
Rating: ★★★★★
16Hr Camo Concealer
This concealer comes in 26 shades. It claims to have a 16 hour wear time, with full-coverage and a matte finish. This formula should not settle into fine lines or creases.
The key ingredients are chosen to moisturize and to control shine at the same time. It features avocado oil to moisturize, and kaolin clay to control oils.
I know that a lot of people love this concealer, so much so that I think my negative review is an unpopular opinion. I really wanted to love it more. This concealer is extremely full-coverage. Even when I apply a tiny dot to an area, it seems to keep going and going. I will never understand how people put so much of it on in one area! Besides that, it is seriously matte, to the point where it can look too dry. I would never recommend it to someone with dry skin, but keep in mind that I have combination skin and I am not impressed. This concealer makes me afraid to try the others that it is a dupe for.
Rating: ★★★★☆
As a part of this under eye concealer review, I went ahead and swatched each option below. These swatches help to depict the finish, coverage, and differences between the fair shades.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Flawless Brightening Concealer offers buildable light-to-medium coverage with a natural satin finish.
- Flawless Brightening Concealer brightens and hydrates with hyaluronic acid and Vitamin C.
- Hydrating Camo Concealer provides high coverage with a creamy, hydrating formula.
- Hydrating Camo Concealer has a natural satin finish that looks smooth and flawless.
- 16Hr Camo Concealer delivers true full coverage and long-lasting wear.
- 16Hr Camo Concealer includes avocado oil and kaolin clay to balance moisture and oil control.
- All three concealers come in a wide range of shades (18–26).
Cons
- Flawless Brightening Concealer is not intended for full coverage.
- Hydrating Camo Concealer may be too hydrating for oily skin types.
- 16Hr Camo Concealer can look overly matte and dry, especially on combination or dry skin.
- 16Hr Camo Concealer is difficult to control, even with small amounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is elf concealer high coverage?
Some elf concealers are high coverage. The Camo Concealer line, covering both the 16hr and Hydrating concealers are formulated to be high, or full coverage. Meanwhile, their other concealers provide a light to medium coverage.
Is elf concealer good for acne prone skin?
elf concealer is not known to be good or bad for acne prone skin. I recommend checking the ingredients before purchasing if you know of any that could irritate your skin. Personally, I have not had it trigger any breakouts.
Does elf Camo Concealer cover dark circles?
elf Camo Concealer does cover dark circles. It is extremely full-coverage, and a little bit goes a long way. Besides that, it has a matte finish that will disguise any imperfections and blemishes.
Shop The Concealers
Each elf concealer serves a different purpose, but they do meet their claims, for the most part. These reviews evidence that you should pick a concealer according to your skin type, as well as what type of finish and coverage you are seeking. By now, you should feel confident in selecting a concealer. Do you prefer light or full-coverage concealer? Until next time, continue to let your true beauty shine.
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