The Best Hydrating Concealers For Dry Skin

Has your concealer been masking your dark circles but highlighting your dry, flaky skin at the same time? If your answer is yes, you need to enlist the help of a good moisturiser. But what you also need, is a concealer that’s been formulated specifically to hydrate and smooth over dry patches, rather than accentuate them.

We spoke with jane iredale’s National Educator, Martine Stewart, to find out how to choose a concealer that still looks flawless when your skin is a dry, flaky mess.

What do you look for in a concealer for dry skin?

The most important thing to remember is hydration, hydration, hydration. Martine recommends choosing a lightweight cream or liquid formula over a powder.

“You don’t want a concealer that is dry in its consistency as this will only make the skin and any dry areas appear worse and more textured,” she explains.

The next step is to choose the right ingredients. “Look for concealers that are filled with hydrating ingredients such as moringa seed oil, which conditions, moisturisers and soothes the skin. Plus, algae extract, which helps to prevent trans epidermal water loss,” recommends Martine.

What are the best concealers for dry skin?

COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Hydrating Concealer

We say: Designed to leave skin looking au naturel, COVERGIRL’s liquid concealer has been infused with creamy coconut milk and soothing aloe vera to ensure it won’t cake, crack or crease.

You say: “In love with this concealer! Its medium-full coverage but looks very natural and skin-like on the under eyes. No caking and very minimal amount of creasing. Covers my eyebags perfectly without looking super heavy. Easy to blend with either your fingers or a damp sponge.” – Katie08

Want to know more? Read COVERGIRL Clean Fresh Hydrating Concealer reviews here…

$9 (down from $18) at Big W

Rimmel London Kind & Free Hydrating Concealer

We say: Conceal, hydrate and brighten. Rimmel London’s medium coverage concealer contains vitamin E and aloe vera for a nourishing, dewy finish across all skin types.

Want to know more? Read Rimmel London Kind & Free Hydrating Concealer reviews here…

$11.39 at Chemist Warehouse

Milk Makeup Future Fluid All Over Concealer

We say: Available in 30 shades, Milk Makeup’s full coverage liquid concealer goes on smooth and sticks around all day.

$47 at Sephora

e.l.f. Hydrating Camo Concealer

We say: You’ve likely come across e.l.f.’s viral concealer before. However, if you are in the minority who are yet to try this product, welcome. For only $11, this crease-proof formulation will provide flawless coverage all day.

$11 at Kmart

Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Eye Eraser Concealer

We say: This four-time Best In Beauty winner has become a fan favourite within the beauty world, and for good reason. Equipped with a microfibre applicator, 19 amino acids, eight essential oils, plus a potent dose of brightening vitamin C, this supermarket concealer works to correct, treat and conceal even the driest of skin.

You say: “This has amazing coverage! Was scared at first,but it was surprisingly easy to blend. Tiktok made me buy it! The applicator is definitely top tier, soooo easy to blend and is creamy and soft on the skin.” – Roosb

Want to know more? Read Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Eye Eraser Concealer reviews here…

$19.95 at Adore Beauty

Main image credit: @joansmalls

What’s your favourite concealer? Do you change up your makeup routine during winter?