How to Cover a Pimple

Fact:

A large pimple on your face when you wake up is the worst thing ever, especially around this time of the month. Additionally, anyone who has attempted to conceal a breakout during the summer is well aware of the difficulties associated with applying concealer to oily, sweaty skin. A tiny dot of makeup applied on top of that blemish effortlessly slides off, awkwardly forming a ring that looks like a halo and only serves to further draw attention to the horrendously red spot.

Take a moment to read our foolproof concealment plan courtesy of celebrity makeup artist Daniel Martin, whose clients include Meghan Markle and Jessica Alba, before you toss your concealer aside and decide to cancel all pending social plans indefinitely. How can we be sure it works? We made our editor, Lindsay, try it out—lucky for her, she was having a struggle-is-real moment at work. It only takes a few simple steps to ensure that your makeup will not move, even in 90-degree heat.

To get started, you’ll need these things: concealer, foundation, a small makeup sponge, hand sanitizer, and eyeshadow primer (this is a crucial item!).

Step 1:

Sanitize the Pimple Using a tool like the Positively Clear 3-Step Acne Skincare Solution by Tria ($149), which uses non-UV light therapy to kill acne-causing bacteria in the pimple, is the best place to start for serious, long-lasting action. However, Martin offers a simple alternative if you are at work or do not have a blue light tool with you: ” He says, “I like to use hand sanitizer.”

That little dollop of hand sanitizer will not only disinfect the area (there is no need to spread more bacteria than is already present), but it will also dry the skin’s surface, preventing it from becoming excessively oily for the subsequent step. Martin suggests using a pointed cotton swab to apply the disinfectant to the area around the pimple if you want to be more precise to avoid drying out the skin.

Step 2:

Apply Eyeshadow Primer Are you aware that applying eyeshadow primer prevents eye makeup from spreading to other areas of your face? The same holds true if you apply it first to a pimple before concealer. Martin claims that applying a thin layer of eyeshadow primer—his favorite brand is NYX—to the surface of the pimple will not only protect your skin from further damage, but it will also make it possible for concealer and foundation to adhere to the area. Therefore, dab a little primer—not tinted—on the pimple and the area around it. Then use your ring finger, which has the lightest touch, to blend.

Step 3:

Remember that layering is your new best friend when it comes to the final step of applying makeup to conceal that unsightly mega-zit. After applying foundation as usual (try Dior Diorskin Forever Perfect), layer concealer on top of the eye shadow primer (we like Honest Beauty’s Concealing Duo). Once your face is set, you can alternate applying foundation and concealer until you get the coverage you want (it won’t take 100 layers, so don’t worry). If you want more coverage, you can set the look with translucent powder or setting spray.

The COSRX Pimple Master Patch should be included in any discussion of skin care and beauty products!

This clear, thin hydrocolloid patch can keep bacteria and infections from getting to your little bumps.

The fact that this acne patch stays put even when you shower or do other things is the best part.

Do you have any idea what this means?

It keeps your zit away from other things that could make it worse or cause acne breakouts. In addition, it absorbs the disgusting buildup in your acne and pimples while doing so.

Additionally, they have granted you access to a variety of sizes to ensure that you get the coverage you need for your zits.

as well as a color that is translucent to effectively conceal pimples!

This Killa Kit might be the one for you if you want to stop your breakouts from growing and causing inflammation!

Your pimples won’t even come close to being real because it is made of hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid, and niacinamide.

They want to get rid of every spot on your face.

Additionally, salicylic acid can lessen the swelling and size of your pimples. Your skin will stay hydrated thanks to hyaluronic acid.

They also claim to eliminate your little breakout in just two hours, which makes them even better!

With this cover-up kit, you won’t have to cover any acne or pimples at all.

These revolutionary salicylic acid-based hydrocolloid dots for your pimple were just released by Peace Out.

These patches with salicylic acid easily get into your pores and get rid of all the dirt and bacteria. They assist in minimizing the severity of those unpleasant pimples.

These healing dots also have the ability to moisturize because they are enriched with Vitamin A.

Instead, they will encourage the production of skin that appears clear and radiant.

This hydrocolloid patch is made to be thin enough to wear during the day and to cover up pimples that have already popped to prevent a pimple scab from appearing.