Best concealers for tired eyes


by Samantha Ball |
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It goes without saying, concealer is a must-have once you have children.

Sure, a coffee (or five!) can aid sleep-deprivation and make you feel slightly more human, but alas, a venti cappuccino won't hide those dark under-eye circles that we have taken to wearing every day... a bit like the smushed banana-stained joggers, we always reach for in the morning. No judgements, please.

What you need, is a tip-top concealer which will brighten, conceal and help you fake awake.

Here are the best of the lot that will hide those dark circles with a swipe of a finger...

We know mums barely have time to do anything, so with this 16 hour wear concealer you only have to apply it once and you'll look fresh for the whole day! What could be better?

Exhausted? No one will ever know with this creamy formula, and it's so easy to apply! Simply dab the concealer onto your face then gently pat to blend.

Pretend those dark circles were never there, the Maybelline Eraser Eye Concealer is perfect to mask the lack of sleep. The sponge applicator makes it easy to use, just turn the applicator collar until the sponge appears and then apply directly under your eyes and blend!

Creamy Concealer Kit
Price: £26
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This compact concealer is handy to keep in your bag, but with its long-lasting wear you won't need to take it out with you! Apply the creamy concealer under your eyes and then use the pressed powder that comes with it to set the concealer, those dark circles will be camoflaged

This easy to apply concealer gives high, radiant coverage and is available in 16 shades. There's no blending required, just apply using the brush applicator to the areas you wish to cover!

It's a cover up! This long lasting concealer is water and sweat proof, which is ideal if you're chasing a toddler round. Quickly hide those dark circles or rosy cheeks by applying with a brush, or just use your finger, and lightly blend.

This colour correcting concealer is good for its price and helps balance the skin tones, masking those dark circles. It also comes in other colours to help correct red or yelow skin! Apply directly to the areas you want to cover, the creamly formula is easy to blend and it contains Vitamin E which helps hydrate skin.

This lightweight concelear gives a discreet coverage, and with the added bonus of SPF 35 you don't have to worry about the sun damaging your skin!

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