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Green concealer is a beloved tool in our makeup arsenals because of the way it masks uneven skin tones. Because green is a complementary color to red (see: the color wheel) it’s able to neutralize fiery active pimples, broken capillaries, acne scars, sunburns, and all types of inflammation. Plus, most green concealers go on sheer so you never have to worry about looking like The Wicked Witch of the West.
Aliana Lopez, New York-based celebrity makeup artist who counts the likes of Ella Mai, Eva Chen, and Emily Weiss as clients, advises, “If you need help with covering a super red break out, I would reach for a higher coverage green concealer and spot conceal as needed; first layering the green concealer then topping it with your foundation, any discoloration that still peaks through can easily be covered with your normal concealer. If your needs are for neutralizing a larger area of redness, a primer or tinted green moisturizer may be a better option. The best thing to keep in mind is less is more, so thin layers of the product will result in a more natural, seamless look.” Now that we’ve convinced you not to live another moment without one, we’ve rounded up the 31 best green concealers on the market.
Best For Tough Scars
RX Physicians Strength Concealer
Best Overall
Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment SPF 30
Best for Acne-Prone Skin
Color Correcting Concealer
Best for Dark Circles
LA Girl
HD Conceal High Definition Concealer
Best for Sensitive Skin
HD Photogenic Concealer
Best for Color Correcting
Teint Idole Ultra Wear Camouflage Color Corrector
Best Lightweight Formula
CC Red Correct
Best Kit
L’Oreal
Infallible Total Cover Color Correcting Kit
Best for Every Day
Revlon
PhotoReady Color Correcting Pen
Best for An Even Base
Color Correcting Liquid Concealer
Best Waterproof Green Concealer
Maybelline
Cover Stick Concealer
Best for Beginners
Correct & Perfect All-in-One Color Correcting Palette
Aliana Lopez is a New York City-based celebrity makeup artist.
Chloe Hall Beauty Director Chloe Hall oversees all beauty coverage at ELLE.com.
Trang Trinh Trang Trinh is ELLE.com’s freelance ecommerce writer.
Tatjana Freund Beauty Commerce Writer Tatjana Freund is a Beauty Commerce Writer, covering makeup, skincare, and haircare products and trends.
