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How to Get Rid of Dark Circles and Acne Using Color Correctors

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Mastering the art of color correction is the quickest way to remedy dark circles, hide acne, and ensure a flawless complexion without packing on layers of concealer and foundation. The trick to technicolor concealing is to understand how different shades of color neutralize each other, instead of slathering skin-toned creams on your problem areas and simply hoping for the best.

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Green is opposite red on the color wheel, so it is used to neutralize a ruddy complexion caused by acne, rosacea, and an uneven skin tone. Opt for a mint green corrector—we recommend the Clinique Redness Solutions Daily Protective Base Broad Spectrum SPF 15 (US $23; AED/SAR 84)—and lightly massage it all over your skin prior to the foundation application.

If you have purple or blue-toned dark circles, consider an orange-based color corrector under your eyes before applying your concealer. The keywords to look out for are peach, apricot, and salmon. Orange is directly opposite blue and purple on the color wheel, meaning that it will work to neutralize the purple or blue tones present underneath your eyes. Use your ring finger (which is the most gentle) to apply the product over your delicate under-eye area with just the right amount of pressure, and follow with a liquid concealer. Try the M.A.C Cosmetics Studio Finish Skin Corrector in Pure Orange (US $14; AED/SAR 51).

Purple, lavender, and lilac correctors are best for eliminating yellow tones. To add brightness to a dull and sallow complexion, use a purple color correcting primer like the e.l.f Mineral Infused Face Primer in Brightening Lavender (US $6; AED/SAR 22) and massage into your face to heighten your natural glow. If you’re looking to spot correct, opt for a lilac concealer to daub on problem areas. We suggest the NYX Cosmetics HD Photogenic Concealer Wand in Lavender (US $5; AED/SAR 18).

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