7 Concealers That Double as Foundation

April 21, 2023

By: Alanna Martine Kilkeary | Makeup.com by L'Oréal

We love a good multitasking makeup product, which is why we consider full-coverage concealers that can double as foundation to be makeup arsenal secret weapons. If you’re tight on time in particular, concealers with blendable yet pigmented formulas can be used on their own without the need for a layer of foundation — even if you’re looking to conceal blemishes and dark spots. Here, we’re sharing the very best concealers that can be used in lieu of a foundation almost every time. (Of course, they perform amazing when paired with foundation, too!)

Urban Decay Quickies Concealer

This hydrating, full-coverage option is an absolute must-try if you want to trade in your foundation-concealer combo for one product that’s just as effective. It comes with a large doe-foot applicator which makes it easy to apply all over the face, plus a dual-ended brush that allows you to tap and blend in the buildable product anywhere you please.

Valentino Beauty Very Valentino Concealer

Zap the appearance of discoloration and breakouts with this full-coverage option that has a smooth and creamy finish. It has a light-reflecting-complex as well that helps enhance your skin’s natural luminosity, resulting in a dewy, glowing finish.

Giorgio Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Face and Under-Eye Concealer

This formula is a crowd-favorite for good reason:It’s blendable yet saturated enough in pigment to cover the entire face. On top of being hydrating, it provides a medium-coverage finish that will soften the look of discoloration, fine lines or blemishes, making it an easy pick for replacing your everyday foundation or CC cream if you so choose.

NYX Professional Makeup Bare With Me Concealer Serum

If you prefer lighter coverage, we recommend this concealer serum that can be used all over the face (and even on the body!). It contains soothing tremella mushroom, cica and green tea to help nourish and calm the skin throughout your wear. It’s also extremely blendable and will keep you looking fresh — never cakey!

Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Instant Perfector 4-in-1 Glow Makeup

This affordable multitasking product conceals, hydrates and evens out skin tone and texture in a snap. You can use it all over the face in lieu of foundation for a glowy, your-skin-but-better finish — you’ll reach for it over and over again.

MILK Makeup Future Fluid All Over Cream Concealer

For a creamy option that’s good enough to conceal dark circles, hide blemishes and replace your foundation if needed, opt for this concealer. It has a smooth, blendable finish that dries down quickly and lasts for hours, making it ideal for everyday use.

Kulfi Beauty Concealer

This stunning formula was made with undertones in mind, making it a great option to use in place of foundation. It blends out to a smooth finish and helps conceal uneven skin texture and tone with ease.