How to Cover Up Acne Blemishes With Makeup

Acne can be very embarrassing. Even if you use products to treat acne, there is still time required before the blemishes disappear. In the meantime, people are self-conscious and very aware that the blemishes are there. In the back of our minds we wonder if people are staring at our acne blemishes. Learning to get over this self-consciousness is more about making blemishes unnoticeable, which can only be done using makeup. You should learn which type of makeup works the best to hide acne blemishes, and how to use it properly.

Things You'll Need

• Makeup applicator wedge
• Liquid concealer
• Eye shadow brush or cotton swab
• Foundation (whatever you usually use)
• Finishing makeup powder compact
• Powder makeup brush

Instructions

1. Apply your foundation in your normal manner. It is necessary to put your foundation on before the concealer because you can wipe the concealer off when you apply your foundation.

2. Use the cotton swab or eye shadow brush to apply a small dab of the liquid concealer to the acne blemish. Some concealers come with an applicator, so you can use the applicator instead.

3. Use the applicator wedge to gently blend the concealer, using small circular motions.

4. Use the powder to help set your foundation and the concealer. The compact will have its own applicator, usually a circle fluff pad, which you can use for your face, except the acne blemishes. Save those for last.

5. Use the makeup brush to gently apply some of the powder from the compact to your acne blemishes, using a light, wispy swirling motion.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are using a medicated concealer, pay attention to any changes in your skin if you are also using a non-makeup acne medication. You can experience some irritation and severely dried out skin.