The 20 Most Undetectable (Yet Effective) Concealers for Barely There Makeup

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All beauty lovers know how amazing that moment is when you finally have that perfect concealer in your hands. It's been selected to address your specific needs and work in tandem with your skin type for that seamless, all-natural finish everyone deserves. Whether you've decided to invest in it to camouflage a skin flare-up, redness, or hyperpigmentation, a trustworthy concealer will 100% have your back (extra points if it's both long-lasting and nonoxidizing).

When I'm searching for my true concealer match in the seemingly endless aisles of products at my beauty supplier of choice, one of the first features I look for in a product is that it's lightweight and comfortable to wear. The last thing I want to do while wearing concealer is to remember it's there. If you're like me and have struggled for too long to meet your product match, this concealer guide is for you.

The Best Lightweight Concealers, Listed

Finding + Using Your Concealer

What's the best way to find a lightweight concealer to meet your makeup needs? According to experts, it's all about intuition. "When I'm shopping for a concealer, I'm always looking for something lightweight, buildable, and hydrating! There is nothing that I hate more than a concealer that becomes cakey and flaky by the end of the day," shares Morgan Leigh, freelance makeup artist and Kite Beauty representative. "My favorite go-to is Kite Beauty because their ingredients are beyond hydrating and buildable, which is key! The packaging is also designed for on-the-go girls, so it's always easy to touch up or build coverage for a day-to-night look!" When applying concealer, Leigh likes to begin with a very moisturized canvas to ensure easy application of the concealer product.

For skin prep, Leigh's go-to product is Merit's Great Skin Instant Glow Serum, which uses skin-loving ingredients like niacinamide and hyaluronic acid to quickly hydrate, plump the skin, and contribute to a visibly brighter and smoother base to start with. She then follows the serum with a moisturizer for easy concealer application that also remains glowy. After your skin is moisturized, Leigh recommends using a damp Beautyblender for flawless application and the ability to build up your concealer's coverage.

If you haven't found your holy-grail concealer just yet and are still looking for a versatile, lightweight formula, don't worry! I've scoured the internet for some of the best ones out there. Below, you'll find a variety of concealers that offer wide shade ranges, formulations specific to skin types, and different levels of coverage.

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Best Overall: Chantecaille Le Camouflage Stylo

Best De-Puffing Application: Milk Makeup Sunshine Under Eye Concealer

Best for Multipurpose Use: Merit The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick

Associate beauty editor Maya Thomas wearing the Merit Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick.

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Associate beauty editor Maya Thomas wearing Merit's Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick in Cacao.

Best Skin-Blurring Effect: Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer

Best for UV Ray Protection: Clé de Peau Beauté Concealer Broad Spectrum SPF 25

Best for All Skin Types: Kosas Revealer Concealer

Associate beauty editor Maya Thomas wearing Kosas Revealer Concealer.

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Thomas wearing Kosas's Revealer Concealer in Tone 8.7 N.

Best Filter-Like Finish: Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Concealer

Best Buildable Formula: Glossier Stretch Balm Concealer

Best Radiant Finish: Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer

Best for Color Correcting: Nyx Professional Makeup HD Photogenic Concealer Wand

Best Crease-Proof Finish: Milk Makeup Future Fluid Creamy Hydrating Concealer

Best Skin-Loving Formula: Natasha Denona Hy-Glam Brightening & Hydrating Crease Proof Serum Concealer

Best for Dark Circles and Hyperpigmentation: Tarte Shape Tape Concealer

Associate beauty editor Maya Thomas wearing the Tarte Shape Tape Concealer in Rich Sand.

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Thomas wearing Tarte's Shape Tape Concealer in Rich Sand.

Best Skin-Soothing Formula: BareMinerals Original Liquid Mineral Concealer

Best Long-Wearing Formula: Ilia True Skin Serum Concealer With Vitamin C

Best for Quick Touch-Ups: RMS Beauty UnCoverup Concealer

Best Transfer-Resistant Formula: Laura Mercier Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Serum Concealer

Best Shade Offering: Kulfi Beauty Main Match Crease-Proof Long-Wear Hydrating Concealer

Associate beauty editor Maya Thomas wearing Kulfi Beauty's Beauty Main Match Crease-Proof Long-Wear Hydrating Concealer

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Thomas wearing Kulfi Beauty's Main Match Crease-Proof Long-Wear Hydrating Concealer in Pecan Perfect.

Best Hydration-Boosting Formula: Rose Inc. Softlight Clean Dewy Hydrating Concealer

Best Skin-Like Finish: Code8 Seamless Cover Perfecting Concealer

Maya Thomas
Associate Beauty Editor

Maya Thomas is Who What Wear's Associate Beauty Editor based in New York City. Her strong love for all things beauty and fashion stems from a strong childhood interest in the fine arts. During a gap year spent in Paris studying the history of French fashion, she shifted her focus to English literature and journalism as a student at Loyola Marymount University with the goal of one day pursuing a career in fashion. After graduating in May 2021, Maya began freelancing for Parade.com as a contributing commerce writer while also building a following on her lifestyle blog, Itsmayalala.com. When she's not writing, Maya spends her free time catching up on reading, perusing art galleries, and enjoying a night out at the ballet every now and then.