Concealer for age spots?
I feel like I have too many age spots and sun damage on my cheeks to bother with getting a dermatology treatment. Who has a concealer that works to hide age spots?
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unregistered guest
28 Jun 2007
Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage is working for me. Take a look at Bobbi Brown concealer too.
1216 posts
5 Feb 2008
Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage is what I use, too! I mainly use it on the dark circles under my eyes, but it also works pretty well on blemishes and age spots. I always apply my concealer with a brush and give it plenty of time to set before applying any foundation or powder near the area (otherwise it tends to smear).
9 posts
19 Feb 2008
Sunblock, sunblock and more sunblock - its never too late to start stopping their growth. Dermablend, Cinema Secrets and FX followed by a fixing powder are good brands for covering spots, waterproofing the makeup (important in heat) and evening out your skin tone. For a lighter approach a dual finish powder moistened with a sponge can cover well, or for a lighter approach use a brush or dry sponge. The dual powder also has an spf factor for further protection.
unregistered guest
16 Mar 2008
I agree with the sunblock. It's never too late to start. If you are looking for a product to rid yourself of sun spots, Obagi will definitely do it. You have no idea the damage I did to my skin with a 12% TCA peel. It burned me and the spots were absolutely black. I have been using Obagi for years, but for about 6 months, my skin was so damaged that I could use nothing. In January I started using it again under a doctor's care. It's mid march, and they are all but gone. It's a miracle worker.
unregistered guest
11 Apr 2008
Try ColorTration.
382 posts
23 Jun 2008
While there are some nice concealers around at beauty counters, when it's time to pull out the arsenal these are what I turn to: NeoStrata CoverBlend Multi-Function Concealer or Concealing Treatment Cover FX Total Coverage Cream Foundation Dermablend Cover Creme You'll note that several of these are listed as "foundations"--but they're rich enough to spot-apply as concealers. The trick to even application with these is to first put a small amount in the palm of your hand and use a fingertip to gently rub in a circular manner to warm the foundation/concealer up. This will allow for smoother vs pasty application. I'd also recommend using a small brush for tighter areas to allow for more precision. I've had success with both fingertip and sponge application for larger areas. NeoStrata CoverBlend should be available at Ulta stores; Cover FX is available at Nordstrom's; and Dermablend is available at many drugstores.