Scars can result from acne and old wounds, and they can be embarrassing and difficult to cover up, especially if they are raised, pocked or a dark color. No matter where a scar is located on your face or body, you can use face concealer to hide or decrease the appearance of it. Choose a concealer that matches your skin tone and that has been designed to be waterproof and long lasting. Use other products that will help the concealer stay in place throughout the day.
Step 1
Wash and dry the skin you wish to conceal. This will get rid of any dirt or excess oil that may prevent the concealer from adhering to your skin.
Step 2
Rub a light, oil-free moisturizer into the scar and the surrounding area, particularly if your skin is dry or prone to flaking. Makeup can be difficult to blend into extremely dry skin and actually make flaking look worse.
Step 3
Apply a green concealer if your scars are reddish in tone, or a yellow concealer if your scars look purple. Dab a small amount onto your scar, and blend it in. Do not use too much, as this can leave your skin with a colored hue.
Step 4
Allow the concealer to set for a few minutes, and then apply foundation as you normally would. Dab the foundation over the concealed area; do not rub it, as this can wipe off your concealer. If you are concealing a scar on an area other than your face, skip this step and go directly to Step 5.
Step 5
Dip a small concealer brush into a waterproof, cream concealer that matches your skin tone. The Essence website recommends Fashion Fair Cover Tone, which comes in multiple colors and promises to hide even severe skin tone imperfections. Dab the concealer onto your scar with the brush, and then use either the brush or your finger to gently blend it in. If your scars are pitted or uneven, makeup artist Pati Dubroff suggests using the brush to first fill the dents with concealer, and then cover the rest of the scar. Repeat this until you achieve your desired coverage, and soften the edges of the concealed spot by blending outward with a makeup sponge.
Step 6
Dip a large brush into loose or pressed translucent powder. Tap off any excess and lightly dust the powder over the area you have concealed, being careful not to brush it too hard. The powder will set the concealer and help keep it in place until you wash it off.
Things You'll Need
- Soap
- Moisturizer
- Green or yellow concealer
- Foundation
- Skin-toned concealer
- Translucent powder
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