How to Hide Acne

Taking good care of your skin and using products specially designed to treat acne should eventually clear the condition. In the meantime, follow these steps to hide acne.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Begin with fresh, clean skin. Wash your face with an oil-free cleanser designed to treat and clear acne. Follow this with an oil-free, light moisturizer. Oil-free products are essential for those prone to acne problems as the oil in other products tends to clog pores and contribute to additional blemishes.
   
   
2. Use an oil-free concealer on areas with acne. Choose a concealer in a color as close to your natural skin tone as possible. Apply it in small, dabbing motions directly to blemishes and red areas using a makeup sponge or a clean finger to blend it in.
   
   
3. Apply a light, oil-free foundation with a makeup sponge using a dabbing motion and blending outward to the outside areas of your face. Again, choose a foundation that best matches your skin tone for a natural look.
4. Touch up any areas that need more coverage with the concealer by lightly dabbing and blending.
   
   
5. Use a large makeup brush to apply a light layer of oil-free translucent powder. This will deliver a shine-free, even look and set the foundation and concealer for longer wear.
   
   

Tips & Warnings

• Concealer comes in many forms—liquid, stick, and cake are the most popular, and any of them will work to hide acne.
• Consider using a green-tinted concealer. These are designed to counteract and conceal the redness caused by acne and balance your skin tone.
• Do not cake on the concealer or foundation. Only a small amount and a thin layer are needed to effectively hide acne. Too much of either product will look unnatural.