How to Apply Makeup to Hide Scarring

All types of scarring are generally unattractive and undesired. Scars can also be a source of pain, shame and embarrassment to the person who has them. Many people will go to great lengths to hide their scars such as wearing more clothing even in hot weather. Sometimes if the scarring is really bad, some people will even refuse to leave their homes. Professionally applied makeup is one way to cover up and conceal scarring, and still be able to go out in public without being embarrassed.

Things You'll Need

• Skin primer or eye cream
• Highly-pigmented concealer or foundation
• Pressed or loose powder

Instructions

Hide Scarring with Makeup

1. Buy concealer and foundation specifically designed to conceal scarring. Regular brand cover-ups are typically not strong enough to fully cover any thick or dark scars. You can find highly-pigmented foundations at beauty supply stores or online.

2. Make sure the scarred area you wish to cover is clean and dry. Wash it with a mild soap and gently pat dry. Apply a skin primer or even eye cream on the scar to moisturize the skin and prep it for the cover-up. A primer will also help the cover-up stay on longer.

3. Take a small dime-sized amount of the concealer cream into your palm and roll it around with your fingers to heat it, and smooth out any globs.

4. Place a bit of the cream onto the scar you want to hide. Gently pat the foundation onto the scar using your fingertips. Do not rub the cream into your skin because you might end up rubbing off all the makeup. Continue patting the cream on until the scar is completely hidden to your liking. Feel free to use more cream if you need to.

5. Set the cream with loose or pressed powder. Lightly press or dust the powder onto the covered area and blend a little outward to cover the surrounding areas as well.

Tips & Warnings

• If you're having trouble, pay a visit to a professional makeup artist who will give you some great tricks and tips on how to achieve the best coverage.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish
• Video tutorial for applying makeup to hide scarring.