The 15 Best Concealers That Cover Everything, According to Derms + Surgeons

Best Concealers for General Use

“The best all-around high-coverage brand is made by Dermablend ($28). It is a classic, versatile product line which provides great coverage for all skin types and can be used for bruises, scars, birthmarks, port wine stains, etc.” –Greenwich, CT dermatologist Lynne Haven, MD

“NARS makes a great full coverage concealer ($31) with many shade options. I like it for daily use but it also blends beautifully and has great coverage post-procedure.” – New York dermatologist Hilary Lucachick Reich, MD

“Lancôme Effacernes Waterproof ($31) is great for fine lines and wrinkles, does not sit in lines, provides great coverage and is waterproof so it will not sweat off.” – East Greenwich, RI, dermatologist Paula Moskowitz, MD

“I’ve tried everything, and the best is the Colorescience Mineral Corrector Palette ($56). It has 5 different concealer colors and on the back of the palette helps you know which one of for what “blemish” you are trying to cover. It has tones for bruises in all stages, for red pimples, and under eye circles all in one package. It’s not cakey or dry. My patients (and I) love it!” – Bay Harbor Islands, FL, dermatologist Melissa Chesler Lazarus, MD

Best for Post-Procedure and Covering Bruises

If there’s anyone that knows how to cover post-operative bruising on the face, it’s an oculoplastic surgeon. New York oculoplastic surgeon Irene Gladstein, MD‘s favorite is the The Overachiever Concealer ($30) from HUDA.

“Post laser-resurfacing treatments, I use Oxygenetix Oxygenating Concealer )$49). I also like the Jane Iredale Corrective Colors ($32).” – Rochester, NY dermatologist Lesley Loss, MD

“For patient bruises, the ISDIN Skin Drops ($57) are awesome and lightweight.” – Perrysburg, OH, dermatologist Sarah Tallman Stierman, MD

“The best product to use post-procedure to cover bruises is ISDIN Skin Drops. It’s so full-coverage that it will even completely cover a tattoo. It’s amazing stuff but offers limited color selection.” – Dr. Moskowitz

“The Dermablend Quick Fix Concealer Stick ($28) is water proof and heavy duty for post procedure bruising.” – New York dermatologist Shari Marchbein, MD

Best for Covering Undereye Darkness

“I love Revision Skincare’s Teamine Concealer ($73)for dark undereye circles. It covers the darkness and treats it at the same time. It goes on smoothly under makeup and blends beautifully.” –Atlanta plastic surgeon Carmen M. Kavali, MD

“My favorite eye product is Total Eye by Colorescience ($74). It has a color correct to help camouflage under eye circles as well as a mineral-based sunscreen.” –Dr. Haven

“I recommend Clé de Peau Concealer ($75) for undereye darkness as well as red marks and bruising. It’s thick enough for great coverage but is easy and smooth to apply. I discovered this concealer as nothing else worked to cover my dark circles (until I finally got some filler and don’t need to use it anymore).” – Wellesley, MA, dermatologist Carin Litani, MD

“Clé de Peau is a magical concealer. This little stick can cover a multitude of sins—from bruises to a big night out. Use a few dabs under the eyes and you’ve instantly removed the dark circles, brightened your eyes, and lifted your whole face. Just a few touches will suffice, then blend with fingertips. The tube lasts forever and can be a miracle worker.” – Bridgeton, MO, dermatologist Mary Noel George, MD

“Tarte Shape Tape ($30) is wonderful for under/around the eye concealer. It also works beautifully for post procedure bruising. There are many color options so going to a retailer to determine the best color for each person is necessary.” – Tulsa, OK, dermatologist Kristen Weidner Rice, MD

“I adore Colorescience Total Eye concealer and sunscreen ($74) for everyday correction and protection in one sleek swipe. I use it daily for concealing under eye circles.” – Covington, LA, dermatologist Christel Malinski, MD