If I can only choose one thing, beauty-wise of course, for the rest of my life apart from lip balms and that would be concealers. A good concealer not only covers up any imperfections but also doubles up as a foundation to even out skin tones. I sometimes skip foundations just because I don't feel like I need it everywhere on my face but with concealers I can just dab where I need it and leave the rest of my face breath freely plus concealers have way better coverage than foundations, a little goes a long way so very economical as well.
There's been a hype on this Clarins Instant Concealer (24.50 euros) in the beauty world lately and thanks to Anna from Viviannadoesmakeup, I finally caved and bought it in the shade 02, and I can tell you right now that I love it, I need 01 in my life as well just to lighten up my under eyes a bit more, but 02 works perfectly as it has a nice peachy/salmony tint so it really contrasts with the darkness around my eye area.
It comes in a standard plastic tube which works really well interns of squeezing out just the right amount of product. It comes in 3 shades I believe, not a lot to choose from but again, they are meant to be used under the eyes so I guess 3 shades are enough if I'm honest. This little tube contains 15ml of product which is insanely a lot compares to other concealers I've had in the past. It's like half as much as a normal foundation which will last a long time if you ask me so I'm very happy with the size.
As far as consistency, it is very similar to the Esteé Lauder Double Wear. Also think of Nars radiant creamy concealer but a lot more "liquidy" well I should say creamier really because it is not a liquid, very moisturising though which in my opinion works better under the eyes because I don't know about you but I get dry around my eyes and this works wonders as it never looks cakey nor sticks to dry patches. It blends in like a dream and I just love how it looks on my skin, plus it feels like nothing on which is awesome.
(Left to right: L'Oreal True Match Illuminating Concealer in Ivory Beige, Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer in Custard and Clarins Instant Concealer in 02)
As for the colour, I did a little comparison of some of my current favourite concealers just so you know what 02 really looks like. As you can see it is very "pinky" compared to the other two, which works well if you have real dark circles or blue veins under the eyes. I even dab some on my cheeks on a no makeup makeup day because the coverage is really good without being thick, looks so natural and covers my redness effortlessly.
I love this concealer, will purchase 01 as well at some point. I still like my Nars one but my skin feels so dry lately as I mentioned and this Clarins one just works better because I noticed the Nars did look a little cakey and dry so that will be saved for warmer months, and as for now Clarins Instant Concealer is my best friend and I seriously cannot recommend enough so thank you Anna, I know I followed you for a reason.
The only "con" if you will with this concealer is that it does settle in my lines under the eyes if I don't powder so I suggest set it with your favourite powder and you'll be good to go.
That's it guys. Short and sweet. It is a bloody good concealer if I haven't said that already, and the formula is out of this world. It worths every penny as it does what it says on the tin and it will last for ages so try it guys, trust me you won't be disappointed.
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