Whether you need to cover some serious dark circles, a blemish, or just brighten up your tired eyes, concealer is your friend. There are so many out there too choose from, so how do you know which is right for you? The following concealers are Shew tried and true, and believe it or not I have them ALL in my makeup arsenal. Depending on your skin type, specific concern, or desired finish, the following reviews can help you choose your ideal concealer.

MAC Studio Finish SPF 35 Concealer $16.50

I love love love this for having SPF 35.  Anyone who asks me what they can do to prevent wrinkles, I always tell them that sunscreen is the only real way to prevent wrinkles. Since the eye area is usually the first place wrinkles start to show, what better place to use a product with spf than the under eye area. I always use MAC Studio Finish SPF 35 concealer when I am going to be outdoors. It applies creamy, but dries to a satiny finish and covers under eye circles nicely. I use my ring finger to warm it up and then gently pat it on.

Tip: When concealing under eye circles I use a color slightly lighter than my foundation shade.

I am an NC 25/30 in MAC coloring but I always use NW 20/25 for my under eye area.

Make Up For Ever Full Cover Concealer $30

This particular concealer is great for concealing pesky bumps or blemishes. If I have a hormonal jawline cyst I will dot this right on top with the corner of my beauty blender sponge. It is long-lasting, oil free, and has a full-coverage MATTE  finish which is perfect for concealing blemishes because the last thing you want to do is highlight a blemish.

Tip: When concealing a blemish, the color should match your foundation shade.

I am an NC25/30 in MAC and I use MUFE Full Cover concealer in Ivory 6.

Benefit Erase Paste $26

I love how creamy and blendable this brightening concealer is. It is perfect for the under eye area. It is extremely pigmented so you only need a tiny bit. I warm this with my ring finger and gently pat it under my eye area. It instantly brightens up the area. This is great if you have a tired-eye look. Since this is so creamy, I recommend setting it with a good setting powder. Concealers as creamy as this one have a tendency to crease.

Tip: Both Fair and Medium were workable colors for me. If you are my coloring I recommend Fair if you want a more brightening effect or Medium if it is more to conceal.

Lancome Effacernes Waterproof Protective Undereye Concealer $28.50

I recommend this concealer to anyone who has SERIOUS dark under eye circles. It has super coverage but still manages to keep a natural, soft matte finish. This concealer will NOT budge and is waterproof so it’s great for the summer time heat or a night out of dancing.

Tip: A little goes a long way. Start out small and use your ring fingers to rub together and gently pat on your under eye circles. Blend quickly, once this dries it really will not budge. I use Light Buff.

Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat $40

This is very popular with makeup artists and celebrities, but it is important to know that this is a luminizing pen. Many women hear the raves about this product and assume that it will cover their dark circles. This will NOT cover dark under eye circles. It’s for people who just need some brightening up. I like it for the eyes, nose, and lips area. It brightens up the face and eliminates that tired, worn-out look.

Tip: Click pen to release product into the brush. Apply to areas where you need some brightening radiance and gently blend. I use #2.