Powder color correctors, such as the Givenchy Prisme Libre Loose Setting and Finishing Powder , will be very lightweight and ideal for those with oily skin or in humid climates. When looking for a color corrector, try to find a formula that best suits your skin type. If your skin is on the drier side, you may want to opt for a cream or liquid color corrector. Powder and matte formulas are beneficial for more oily skin," says celebrity makeup artist Jillian Dempsey. Meet our experts Apply the corrector in the middle of your lid and blend with the warmth of your fingertips. Dot on beneath the inner and outer corner of your eyes, then at the lowest point of your dark circles, forming a triangle. Blend from the lash line, moving down towards the top of the apples of your cheeks. 3. Peach Color Correction

Green: Williamson says you’ll typically find green used in color-correcting primers. “They're used to balance redness in the skin,” she notes. “So [they're for] someone with fairer skin or a medium complexion that has a lot of redness or pinkness to the skin who wants to tone it down, so it matches the rest of their body." You can also sometimes find the color used in spot treatments, to cover redness from breakouts or other small, inflamed areas. For summery makeup, look no further than this color combo. Bright, coral cheeks are guaranteed to pair beautifully with a swipe of turquoise eyeliner, per the color wheel.Now you know the most common colours, let’s take a look at when – and importantly – how to apply colour correctors. What colour corrector for dark circles? Whether you’re wondering how to colour correct dark circles or how to use a colour-correcting palette, here’s your go-to key for finding the right corrective shade. Green covers redness and is good for concealing red acne breakouts," says Butler. This can also be good for rosacea or any other type of redness on the face. What it does: Blue color-correcting makeup comes in handy for neutralizing orange hues. If you have a foundation that’s too warm or orange or you were a tad overzealous with the self-tanner, a blue color corrector is the way to go.

The orange color corrector for dark circles should blend seamlessly with your powder or cream foundation. If the color is too deep and darkens your tone, explore a lighter hue such as yellow or a lighter shade like peach or bisque. 5. Purple Color Correction Once you’ve corrected the colors, it’s time to put on your foundation. Put it on as you normally would, but make sure you are gentle with your blending over the corrected spots. You don’t want to rub off the color correctors that you just put on.Andrew Sotomayor is an Emmy award-winning celebrity makeup artist with 17 years of professional experience. His latest work can be seen on Broadway. This color corrector smoothed on fairly easily and a little bit of product goes a long way. The coverage was buildable and layered nicely with concealer and foundation. The wheel allowed for customizable of the final look, especially because under eye circles are rarely just one shade. This product could be good for oily skin tones as it didn't crease or move around, however our dry skinned test would it not quite hydrating enough and it did emphasize some fines around the eyes. Color-correcting concealer is used to neutralize and correct skin discoloration,” says celebrity makeup artist Courtney Hart . “It balances darkness, redness and hyperpigmentation so that skin tone is even and consistent.” How to Choose a Color-Correcting Concealer

We often use concealers or foundations for skin issues, but even with the fullest coverage concealer, issues can still peek through,” says Gabbay. “Color correction ensures a true neutralization before any other product is placed over top for the best coverage.” Green: If you have any redness in the skin, a green color corrector can help cool those undertones. Apply it around the eyes and nose, or you can even spot-conceal inflamed zits to bring down the redness. And if you have overall redness in the skin, Compton saysyou can mix a green color corrector with your favorite primer for a "subtle color-correcting makeup base." Get the look: L’Oréal Paris Brilliant Eyes Shimmer Liquid Eye Shadow Makeup in Crown Gold and L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Original Washable Bold Eye Mascara in Cobalt Blue Green counteracts redness, such as rosacea, and it should be applied to areas prone to redness, such as the cheeks, nose, and pimples.Ranging from peach to darker shades, orange is helpful to use under your eyes if you have blue-tinted bags. It also neutralises darker patches of blue or purple in your skin, and peach works well to even out hyperpigmentation in dark skin. When to apply colour corrector Alternatively, she adds, "As a professional makeup artist, I'd recommend a color corrector where there is more intense discoloration, such as severe rosacea or extreme darkness around the eyes, and similarly bruising." What to look for when shopping for the best color correctors? There are several issues you might be facing when it comes to the skin on your face. Other than dark circles, you may have hyperpigmentation, redness and blemishes or dark spots.

Light shades of pink are also great for highlighting. Sweep some product onto the high points of your cheekbones and inner corners of the eyes. We love the Morphe Fluidity Color Correcting Concealer . The creamy formula is perfect for disguising dark circles and boasts up to 16 hours of wear. How to Use Red, Orange and Peach Color Correctors For a full coverage makeup look, swipe from the inner corner of your eye and outward. Blend from the inner corners dragging the product outward to the corners of your nose and the tops of your cheeks. Don’t confine the product to the triangle beneath your eyes since you want this to blend with the rest of your skin tone. 2. Yellow Color Correction Orange, red and peach colors can help correct the blue and purple-ish hues that come from under-eye circles, as well as dark spots caused by aging or sun damage. Consider using an orange concealer for a blue bruise, whereas peach is great for covering less-pigmented blue spots. Lighter skin tones can use peach for covering hyperpigmentation, while deep skin tones may benefit from orange and red shades. Liquid color correctors, such as the MAKE UP FOR EVER Color Correcting Step 1 Primers and stila One Step Correct, spread easily across the entire face and work with all skin types, providing a light-to-medium coverage. Meanwhile, purple is perfect for brightening up dull skin. “Purple color corrector is amazing for sallow (yellow) skin,” says Hart. “I love using a lavender powder on top of makeup to brighten and illuminate!” Our Favorite Color-Correcting Makeup Lancôme Teint Idôle Ultra Wear Camouflage Corrector in GreenYellow correctors will neutralize hyperpigmentation and discoloration with blue and purple undertones. This includes your pesky dark circles, or visible veins on the lids of beauties with thin and fair skin tones. Note that this is for women with fair skin, beauties with medium to dark skin tones should reach for an orange one with a deeper undertone. Get the look: L’Oréal Paris Infallible 24 HR Eye Shadow in Eternal Sunshine and L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Last Waterproof, Up to 24HR Pencil Eyeliner in Purple #4. CORAL CHEEKS AND TURQUOISE EYELINER How to Apply : Use your ring finger to gently tap and smooth the cream over the area. This shade is ideal for beauty junkies with lighter skin tones. Peach correctors are ideal for babes with lighter skin tones and work well to conceal dark circles. If you’re still on the hunt for your perfect peach shade, try the NYX Color Correcting Palette , a 6 shade palette that lets you tweak different shades to get your perfect match. Once you’ve applied your color corrector and your regular concealer to the affected areas, press (don't swipe) your foundation onto your face. Using this pressing technique rather than swiping foundation across your skin will ensure that the color-correcting concealer stays in place. How to Use Green Color Correctors