How to use green face corrector correctly

Unfortunately, not all representatives of the fair half of humanity can boast of the health and purity of their skin. Almost every woman is forced to deal with enlarged pores, dark circles around the eyes, or small pimples. And many of them are helped by facial correctors in solving these very complex problems. Thus, green face correctors are currently gaining more and more popularity. These products can very effectively mask most facial skin imperfections and highlight its natural advantages.

When you go to any store that sells cosmetics, you will be able to find a huge variety of concealers with a wide variety of shades. You can find correctors in very unusual colors, for example, orange, yellow, pink, blue and even purple. And each of these correctors has an almost unique purpose. They should be used to eliminate specific skin defects - by the way, we have already written about how to use a corrector. For example, a yellow corrector can perfectly disguise dark circles under the eyes. Orange should be used to camouflage blue-green bruises and visible veins. And pink is used to hide the brown contour around the eyes. You can read the general principles of using corrector in our articles How to use facial corrector and Concealer and corrector, and in this article we will talk about the features of using green corrector.

As you can see, all of the above-described correctors are capable of solving only narrow, very specific problems. Is there a face corrector that has more universal properties that can be used to solve various problems? Yes, it exists. This face corrector has a green color. If you have never used it before and can’t believe that it actually has a green color and can mask skin imperfections, just look at the photos below and read reviews about green face corrector on the Internet. And you shouldn't be afraid of this color. If you apply this corrector correctly, it can hide almost all the imperfections of your facial skin.

Features of the product

A corrector is a special cosmetic formula designed to hide skin imperfections. These include pimples, age spots, redness, bruises, dark circles under the eyes, post-acne, and skin unevenness.

As a result of applying the corrector, the face becomes well-groomed and beautiful - like from the cover.

“Camouflage” is not particularly difficult to use; the main thing is to figure out what color is needed for what, and choose a convenient form (some people prefer solid products, while others prefer liquid ones with a creamy texture).

Corrector and concealer - is there a difference?

Yes, there is a difference between concealer and corrector, although these products are often confused. There are many reasons for this. Firstly, some girls and women use corrector instead of concealer and vice versa. Secondly, manufacturers often produce universal 2-in-1 products. Thirdly, both the corrector and the concealer actually solve similar problems - namely, they mask skin defects.

But still there is a difference between these means.

1. Concealers are applied to large areas. The corrector is more suitable for spot use.
2. The concealer has a very light texture and the tone is almost the same as your skin. Corrector is a dense and colored product (different colors solve certain problems, which we will talk about later).
3. Concealer moisturizes the skin, while corrector, on the contrary, dries it out.
4. The covering power of the corrector is much higher - it actually masks imperfections, while the concealer simply smooths them out.
5. The corrector is used strictly under the tinting cream, the concealer is used on top of the tone.

The corrector can be replaced with a concealer, but not if there are significant skin defects - the corrector is denser and covers the imperfections much better.

Facial corrector palette

Let's look at a palette of correctors with which we can neutralize the color of various “troubles” and contrasting spots on the face.

Most often, the corrector palette is offered in two types – compact (dry correctors) and cream. Choose the one that matches your foundation. If you need spot correction (for pimples or rosacea), then choose a pencil or sticker.

Green corrector

Green is against red. The soft mint shade corrector neutralizes red inflammation - pimples, inflamed area around the eyes, rosacea, small areas of rosacea.

Lilac (lavender) corrector

Lilac or lilac color is against yellow. Neutralizes yellow skin, old (already yellow) bruises, freckles and yellowish areas of the skin. The lilac corrective composition is convenient to use for an uneven tan or to soften a tan that is too strong (“aging” in general).

Blue corrector

Blue is the opposite of orange and brown. Neutralizes brown pigment spots, dark circles under the eyes, rosacea, all kinds of redness, freckles.

If you are concerned about a yellowish complexion, then choose a powdery blue corrective composition. Take a little blue tone with a wide brush and spread it over the entire area of ​​your face before applying foundation powder.

Yellow corrector

Yellow color – against violet (in Goethe’s circle). Neutralizes purple under-eye circles. Also, the yellowish-cold neutralizer is able to cope with violet rosacea veins. In this case, the compatibility of the consistency of the corrector with the foundation is very important.

Orange corrector

Orange versus blue. Accordingly, it masks bruises and blue circles under the eyes, veins on the eyelids. If you want to refresh skin with a grayish tint, then use a powder corrector, which is applied to the entire area of ​​the face.

Pink corrector

Pink is the opposite color of green. A pink corrective product gives the face a youthful appearance and is therefore most often used for grayish skin tones, when the skin has lost its freshness and youth. For this reason, pink concealer is often used in the makeup of mature women. By the way, the pink concealer can be replaced with soft pink blush, which is what professional makeup artists recommend.

Types of funds

You need to choose the type of proofreader, taking into account your current tasks.

Liquid formula

The most popular and easiest to use option. The product comes with an applicator, like a liquid lip gloss, making application as simple and convenient as possible.

The light texture is ideal for the eye area and, unlike the dense one, does not emphasize wrinkles. If the dark circles are very pronounced and one layer of corrector cannot mask them, apply the product in layers (each layer needs to be shaded). Different colors are possible.

A reflective corrector works well to remove puffiness under the eyes and can replace a highlighter.

Dry corrector

Dry formulas are used much less frequently than liquid formulas. The product mattifies, covers pigmentation (purple tint), redness (green). Powder is applied over the dry corrective agent.

Cream corrector

Cream corrective products come in palettes (a set of colors, usually 4-6) or jars (one shade). They are universal - suitable for correcting the shape of the face, filling wrinkles, disguising bruises, and redness.

Application is carried out using fingertips, sponge, brush - whatever is more convenient for you. The cream formula is too “heavy” for oily skin.

Tone type

Corrector with a texture similar to foundation (can replace it). Select the color in accordance with the tone of your face - there should be no contrast.

Stick

Sticks are solid correctors. They are easy to use, do not run, are evenly distributed, ideal for dry skin. Apply pointwise, wait 20 seconds and blend. To fix the result, use powder.

Pencil

Correction pencils are dense and have a dry texture. They may contain antibacterial components. Durability is average. A pencil can be used instead of a highlighter or primer.

How to use green corrector

If you use green concealer wisely, you can create truly flawless makeup. Therefore, when applying you need to adhere to certain rules:

1. The corrector can only be applied with your fingers or a special brush. Rashes are treated pointwise with a pencil.
2. It is very important to blend the concealer over the entire surface of the face. Thanks to this, unnatural boundaries and transitions will be avoided.
3. After applying the green corrector, you need to apply foundation. If you decide to use powder, then you need to lightly beat it into the skin.

It is strictly not recommended to apply this product over foundation or powder. If its pigments cannot be absorbed into the skin, the complexion will be uneven.

Color correctors: main types and features

Multi-colored correctors solve a whole range of problems and hide various skin defects. Which option is needed - below.

White

White corrector is rarely used. Its main purpose is to dilute foundations and dark corrective products to achieve the required shade, if it is not available in finished form.

Lilac

Lavender neutralizes yellow color well, hides pigmentation, and gives the face a healthy tint. Subsequent application of tone is mandatory. If the skin is tanned or dark in itself, it would be better to replace the purple tint with blue.

The lavender shade makes the face radiant and perfectly eliminates yellowness.

Yellow

Yellow correctors are good at hiding bruises, blood vessels, and fresh acne spots. A suitable product for hiding post-acne and dark scars. If necessary, the yellow corrector is replaced with a regular tone, most importantly - with a yellow tint.

Green

Olive neutralizes redness of any origin in no time. It also does a good job of masking burns from tanning and peelings - for this, the green pigment is mixed with the base tone.

Pink

Hides dark circles, suitable for those with fair skin or medium tones. Also, the pink color does a good job of hiding the “wreaths” on the wings of the nose, the vascular network on the cheeks, and other parts of the face. This shade is not recommended for those with dark skin.

Pale-faced ladies are better off choosing a salmon shade; peach color looks beautiful on tanned and olive-toned skin.

Orange

The best color for those with dark skin tones. It does a good job of masking dark spots and brownish pigmentation in the eyelid area. You can use an orange product to lighten nasolabial lips and bruises. Subsequent application of tone is mandatory.

Blue

Heavenly shade corrector is an effective remedy for skin of any tone against bruises, dark circles, blemishes, pigmentation. You can also use it to “hide” the vascular network. The blue tint is the perfect choice for covering up imperfections in your tan.

Area of ​​use of the corrector

The corrector will help hide any minor imperfections in your appearance when applying makeup.
This product easily and quickly masks acne, redness and other unpleasant appearance defects that can greatly ruin your mood. Makeup artists believe that due to its high effectiveness, concealer is a necessary cosmetic product that should be in every girl’s makeup bag. Facial corrector is recommended for use in the following cases:

• to make enlarged pores invisible;
• to disguise age spots;
• helps make the vascular network invisible;
• dark circles under the eyes are removed;
• small wrinkles are masked;
• the skin takes on a rested and fresher appearance;
• uneven tan is corrected;
• the consequences of unsuccessful use of self-tanning are eliminated;
• signs of allergies are hidden;
• facial skin color is evened out.

To always look perfect, you have to use such corrective cosmetics.
When choosing a corrector for the face, you must take into account the fact that some manufacturers confuse the concepts of corrector and concealer, labeling them as “corrective agents.” But there is a big difference between them - concealer is an opaque product with a fairly thick consistency, and is available in neutral beige tones. Concealer helps to disguise only small imperfections, giving the skin a healthy color and evening out its tone. At the same time, the corrector has a light consistency and a wider palette of shades is available. In case of local application to certain areas, the existing cosmetic problem is completely masked. This effect is achieved through color correction.

How to use a face concealer: a detailed guide for each zone

Since the corrector has a wide range of applications, there are different techniques for applying it. Read on to learn how to use facial corrector to disguise wrinkles, dark circles, and pimples.

For pimples

To completely hide or make a pimple less noticeable, follow these steps.

1. Apply a cool (this is a must) green shade corrector directly to the pimple or the entire reddened area.
2. Lightly press the green pigment for 5-10 seconds, then blend it so that the borders become invisible. It is recommended to wait about a minute before applying foundation - this will allow the color to settle on the skin and the result will be as natural as possible.
3. Apply your regular foundation and powder.

Age-related changes

To disguise small and pronounced wrinkles during makeup, you need to proceed as follows.

1. Moisturize your skin with the cream you usually use.
2. Apply a concealer that is slightly lighter than your skin tone to the area under your eyes. It is better to use a liquid product - it will visually even out the relief and will not get into the folds and emphasize them.
3. Using the same corrector, place strokes in the form of ticks above the lip, on the back of the nose, in the corners of the mouth and on the dimple above the chin. Blend everything thoroughly (preferably with a slightly moistened sponge) before the product has time to be absorbed (otherwise it will not lie evenly).

Bruises and dark circles

For the area around the eyes, use either a slightly darker or slightly lighter concealer than your natural skin tone.

There are two schemes for using corrector under the eyes:

• draw thin lines diverging in the direction from the corner inside the eye;
• Place several dots under the eye.

If the bruises are very pronounced, they will be hidden with an orange, yellow or pink concealer (choose the shade taking into account the tone of your face). A nude (close to the natural skin color) or regular foundation is applied over the color corrective product. Dark circles mask peach, orange, and pink shades well.

Features of choice

A high-quality concealer should have a fairly thick consistency - only in this case will it be effective in combating skin problems. Concealers are divided according to various criteria:

• by skin type - dry, normal, oily or combination;
• depending on resistance - persistent and ultra-resistant;
• by skin color - for dark or light.

When choosing a concealer, it is very important to take into account your skin type: for oily skin, a mattifying product is suitable, and for dry skin, it is better to give preference to a moisturizing one. A dark concealer color is suitable for dark-skinned girls, while for fair-skinned representatives of the fair sex it is better to choose a soft green shade.

Acne concealer should be in stick form. This product has a fairly dense texture and has a healing effect. Manufacturers often add salicylic acid, herbal and moisturizing ingredients to such a corrector. In some cases, cosmetics also contain bactericidal additives.

Review of popular products

Correctors of different brands are on sale, the price category is wide. The most popular ones are as follows.

1. Helena Rubinstein is a classic, a bestseller that has not lost popularity for many years. Microparticles of pearls add shine, chamomile relieves swelling. Expensive, but effective.
2. GiorgioArmani is a liquid concealer with a thin applicator for maximum precision application. With its help you will skillfully disguise any defects. Reflective particles give the skin radiance, and vitamin E nourishes and moisturizes.
3. Maybelline is a fairly budget-friendly yet effective concealer. The release form is a hard stick, the texture is creamy.
4. Lancôme is an alternative to foundation for every day with a light, almost weightless structure and excellent coverage. The palette is presented in six shades. The formula is waterproof and contains SPF-30.
5. L'OréalParis is a gentle smoothing product that is well suited for thin eyelid skin. It does not clog pores and contains no oils. There is an applicator for careful application.
6. Urban Decay is a line of correctors available in 11 shades. The density of the finishing coating ranges from almost transparent to bright. The texture is weightless, the number of layers can be any.

Color correctors are used in a similar way to nudes or concealers.

Face corrector

Manufacturers of green acne correctors

Choosing a good corrector is not an easy task, because there are a lot of manufacturers of such products and each product has its own specific characteristics. A high-quality product at an affordable price can be purchased from Avon, the Belarusian manufacturer Relouis, Oriflame, Kriolan, Letual, MAS, etc.

However, it is impossible to determine only by the manufacturer which product will be ideal for you; you need to select it experimentally, relying primarily on the condition of your skin, since dry and oily dermis will require completely different correctors. When choosing a corrective agent, in addition to the manufacturer, it is important to pay attention to the following parameters:

1. best before date;
2. release forms (pencil, palette, etc.);
3. texture;
4. the need for additional tools for application.