Nothing can expose a dehydrated face quite like a thick and creamy concealer. Even the best concealers for dry skin can struggle to disguise flakey under eyes. More often than not, in an attempt to brighten dark circles, dry skin types wind up with cakey-looking concealer that only draws further attention to dry patches.
However, before you begin skipping this step altogether, we urge you to take note of a nifty tip shared by celebrity makeup artist Nam Vo. A tip she believes will fix caking concealer for good. So what’s the magic potion? Toner.
The queen of the #DewyDumplings hashtag herself spoke to Well and Good about her one-step trick “to set your skin up for success”. And it all comes down to incorporating an extra (but incredibly simple) step into your regimen. “Toning your skin before applying concealer is the best method to help make your makeup [stay] dewy,” she said.
And the rationale behind this? Well, according to Nam, a good quality toner works to “cleanse impurities and remove any dead skin cells.” And instead of dry, flakey under eyes, you’ll be left with “baby-soft skin” that lays a smooth base for the concealer to sit comfortably while appearing natural and dewy. Take it one step further and pair your toner with a hydrating eye cream or moisturiser and you can expect your dewy skin to move in on a more permanent basis.
Not sure which toner is for you? These are our bh-approved toners for your skin type, concern and budget:
For sensitive skin:
BIODERMA Sensibio Toner, $32.99 at Adore Beauty
For the mist-lover:
Nude by Nature Hydrating Toner Mist, $19.95 at Myer
For dull skin:
Nu Skin® Nutricentials® In Balance pH Balance Toner, $26 at Nu Skin
For the ultra-parched complexion:
Clarins Hydrating Toning Lotion, $45 at Myer
Our K-beauty pick:
innisfree Jeju Volcanic Pore Toner 2X, $30 at Sephora
Best budget pick:
NIVEA Naturally Good Organic Green Tea Milky Toner, $7.96 at Chemist Warehouse
Main image credit: @namvo
Do you use a toner? If so, which one?
I never used to use a toner but now i’m in my 50’s I love them!
Currently using and loving the A’kin Rose mist toner. It smells so real and not fake.
I’m eager to give the Nivea a try.
I am using a Kora toner and don’t like it. Leaves my skin tacky. Would not recommend.
Can live without. Same : skin is glowy no matter what I do. Do enjoy using them though.
Lucky Lady
I’ll have to try that out
I always use toner, I use a few different brands but always ones for sensitive skin.
I am the same -They do make your skin feel so refreashed
I love the dewy skin look
I use essence instead of toner as it’s more hydrating for my dry skin
I use a Sukin Toner at present but I love using different toners
I need to invest in a good toner
I don’t use concealer or bother with toners.
Thanks to BH for such a great Tip about applying Toner to your Skin before applying Concealer something New I haven’t tried before.
If you are not a dry skin type, you do not understand dry skin woes. Hydrating toner is a must-have. Toner is not going to be only thing that will help you prep that undereye area. You need a primer of some sort before you can apply concealer.
I’m a fan of Akin products. The rose mist toner sounds really good.
No, not using any toner.
She looks really good
I always tone but i can’t say I’ve noticed it helping with this.
I only use concealer for zits. I love toner but don’t have a regular brand.
I think toners make a difference to my skin and have three on the go at present – Ultraderm, Mavala and Andalou.
I like mist toners, but can never get that dewy look.
I recently tried Natio toner.. it really burned my skin. So I need really gentle toners for my skin. my favourite toner so far is Eau Thermale Avène toner!
Gotta try this.
I would love to try Nivea naturally good toner.
Concealer is my makeup bane – I need it, but I don’t feel that I ever get it right.
I loe and use toner, I usually avoid the eye area though
I use the Simple Skincare toner
I’ve always used a toner. I don’t like it in mist form though
Interesting…
I have dry skin and an aromatherapy toning mist has always been an essential product in my skin care routine.
I always try to use a witch hazel toner after cleansing
I use the Clinique Clarifying Lotion.
I don’t agree with using an eye cream under eye makeup, it just goes greasy and smudges everything.