Liquid vs. Crayon Concealer

Concealer is great, we all know it, but how do you choose between liquid brands or solid crayons? From personal experience, I think the solid crayon has better coverage for darker or more irritated spots. It applies to your face much thicker than the liquid does, which seems to keep it covered better for longer periods of time. It also has that moist crayon consistency that allows for foundation to stick to the top of it, furthering coverage. Many people like the crayons for their thick feel, but others hate it for that exact reason. If you have a problem area that is raised, the thickness of the solid crayon may only add to that raised area, making it look even more swollen. In this case, a liquid concealer is probably your best bet. The liquid concealers dry on your skin with a much more thin “coat.” It is like the consistency of acrylic paint, so use it sparingly. Another pro to liquid concealers is their ability to be applied like a foundation. You can use a sponge to blot large areas of your face to create an overall balanced skin tone.

To summarize, use a crayon concealer for long lasting coverage on areas that are very red or dark. It will completely cover the irritated area’s color. If you want something to use in a larger area as a foundation or to simply cover a raised blemish without adding too much on top of it, use liquid.