Say goodbye to your angry red zit.
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. I think these products are great green correctors: Dr. Jart’s Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment, YSL’s Nu Tone Corrector, and Lancôme’s Teint Idole Color Corrector.”
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.
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E.l.f. Color Correcting Stick
$7 AT AMAZON
Infused with vitamin C, this creamy corrective still will give you both coverage and hydration. The pigment is buildable and the jade hue is ideal for medium to dark skin tones.
Dr. Jart+ Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment SPF 30
Dr. Jart+
$19 AT SEPHORA
For that healthy, glowy look devoid of redness, look no further than Dr. Jart’s Color Correcting Treatment. One reviewer gushes,”I basically just use this in place of foundation now and it’s great at covering up redness!” Plus it offers you an ever-so important layer of mineral SPF 30 protection.
Yves Saint Laurent Nu Tone Corrector & Complexion Booster
$34 AT SEPHORA
Lightweight and hydrating, this YSL color corrector formulated with Vitamin E goes on sheer to neutralize larger areas of redness. The result: a completely natural, glowy complexion.
Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Camouflage Color Corrector
$31 AT MACY’S
Use this all over your face if you’ve got ruddy tones that need some evening out. It can also be applied for on-the-spot coverage.
LA Girl HD Conceal High Definition Concealer
$12 AT AMAZON
A top Reddit recommendation, this wonder product can cover dark circles and unwanted tones and textures. And, let’s be real, at such an affordable price, what do you have to lose?
NYX Professional Makeup HD Photogenic Concealer
$6 AT ULTA BEAUTY
If you’re looking for a product that’ll get the job done, may we suggest NYX’s HD Photogenic Concealer? One reviewer confirms, “I have severe enough rosacea and sensitivity, so I’ve tried everything to minimize that redness and embarrassment. Happy to report the search is over; this is strong enough that only one or two of swipes on problem areas neutralizes the discoloration, and creamy enough that it doesn’t cakeify on my very dry skin. It also holds up beautifully beneath all sorts of base products from concealer to full-coverage foundations.”
ULTA Beauty Color Correcting Liquid Concealer
$9 AT ULTA BEAUTY
ULTA knows a thing or two about what makes a great beauty product. You’ll see what we mean when you try this waterproof Color Correcting Liquid Concealer. After all, it is a spin off of their best-selling Full Coverage Liquid Concealer. Expect creamy, lasting pigment.
Maybelline Cover Stick Concealer
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$5 AT AMAZON
Eliminate redness with the swipe of the hand. Apply a small amount of concealer and easily blend the hypoallergenic formula with your fingers. Bonus: It’s waterproof.
Morphe Fluidity Color Correcting Concealer
$10 AT MORPHE
Skip the fret of having to touchup your makeup and also inadvertently, the risk of beauty products exploding in your purse with Morphe’s Color Correcting Concealer that you stays put for 16 hours. That’s two thirds of any given day!
Physicians Formula RX Physicians Strength Concealer
$14 AT AMAZON
These Amazon reviews speak for themselves: “As a former makeup artist I can tell you that it covers just about any imperfection you may have! Whether it’s Rosacea, acne scars, surgical scars, blemishes, acne, red cheeks, dark circles under the eyes, or simply something you don’t particularly like and want to conceal this product will cover it flawlessly. I love the fact that it lasts all day too. No stopping to touch up the cover up on that pimple anymore!”
Cover FX Correct Click Color Corrector
$16 AT BEAUTY BAY
Here’s a customizable dream: You select two shades of your choice to either correct, enhance or cover. You already know green can neutralize red—pair it with lavender to tone down yellowness and add brightness.
Physicians Formula Concealer Twins Cream Concealers
$7 AT RITE AID
If you’re looking to cover scars or a very red pimple, this is your go-to. Start with the green corrector to blot out any redness, then top with the light concealer for fuller coverage.
Becca Anti-Fatigue Under Eye Primer
$42 AT AMAZON
This priming balm makes for the perfect base as the shade not only eliminates redness, but its moisturizing ability smooths and blurs the look of fine lines.
Soap & Glory Kick Ass All Is Calm Anti-Redness Concealer
$17 AT AMAZON
This is a rich, buildable creamy color corrector that will hide your angriest blemishes in a snap.
Erborian CC Red Correct
$44 AT ULTA BEAUTY
Velvety, hydrating, and blendable, Erborian’s CC Red Correct is your answer to lightweight color-correcting coverage that flatters every skin tone. Plus, it features SPF 25.
J.Cat Beauty Green Eyesurance Anti-Fatigue Under Eye Balm
$6 AT ULTA BEAUTY
Prep your skin for flawlessness with J. Cat’s Green Eyesurance. Because it’s a balm, it hydrates and smooths under anything you might choose to layer it with.
Chanel Longwear Colour Corrector Concealer
$43 AT MACY’S
Neutralize redness with Chanel’s Color Correcting Concealer, a lightweight, soft-focus pigment for the most seamless, long-lasting finish.
Neutrogena Color Correcting Concealer
$13 AT AMAZON
Swipe away any redness with Neutrogena’s velvety color correcting concealer—it’s oil- and frangrance-free, giving you the coverage you need without the cakiness.
L’Oreal Infallible Total Cover Color Correcting Kit
$11 AT AMAZON
This L’Oreal palette has got your back—neutralize redness, discoloration, dark circles, and dullness all at once.
NYX Professional Makeup Color Correcting Concealer Palette
$11 AT AMAZON
Visibly hide trouble spots with color illusions. Here’s how it works: yellow and peach conceal dullness and dark circles, green covers redness, purple and pink brighten, while light and medium camouflage it all.
NYX Professional Makeup Concealer Jar
$17 AT AMAZON
If you’re looking for a bit more coverage and pigment, NYX’s concealer jar is the answer to all your color correcting needs. Plus, its emollients keep your skin hydrated.
Covergirl Trublend Pre-Touching Color Correcting Palette
$7 AT AMAZON
Let this one reviewer encompass the magic of Covergirl’s color correcting palette, “This works so well! My favorite is how much difference the green makes with my red skin. It’s so great! It evens me out without looking like I have a bunch of makeup on. I should add that I have very sensitive skin and have had no issues with this product.”
L’Oreal True Match Correcting Crayon Concealer
$8 AT WALMART
Transform your complexion and neutralize and blemishes or blotchiness with this blendable concealer. Plus, its crayon shape makes application easy as ever.
Smashbox Color Correcting Stick
Smashbox
$25 AT QVC
To eliminate any redness without the worry of creasing, Smashbox has you covered (pun intended). One reviewer shares, “My eyes are dark underneath and red on the lids and tend to be dry. I use this with the green stick for perfect coverage without primer. It blends so easily and does not settle into the fine lines.”
Revlon PhotoReady Color Correcting Pen
$6 AT AMAZON
We can all agree our zits are our Public Enemy No.1—target them with this precision brush for easy application anytime, anywhereHigh-Definition Filter Technology (TBC) captures and transforms any light, to blur and soften flaws, leaving the perfect app filtered look
Physicians Formula Gentle Cover Concealer Stick
$13 AT AMAZON
For light and easy coverage, just a swipe or dab of this concealer stick will visibly eliminate any red blemishes or scars.
NYX Professional Makeup Color Correcting Liquid Primer
$16 AT AMAZON
Trust us, once you’ve tried this NYX color corrector, you won’t be able to go back. These reviews explain:
“My very favorite primer to tone down the pink in my skin.””Good coverage, light feel, easy to apply.”
“Love this product you can wear it under makeup or without.”
Smashbox Photo Finish Reduce Redness Primer
$14 AT ULTA BEAUTY
Minimize redness and keep your makeup in place so it looks better and lasts longer with this two in one color corrector.
Neutrogena Clear Coverage CC Compact
Neutrogena
$13 AT TARGET
Cut down on shine and redness with this all-in-one color correcting powder, leaving you with a matte finish and makeup that’ll last all day long.
J.Cat Beauty Color Corrector Quad Spectrum Palette
J.Cat Beauty
$6 AT ULTA BEAUTY
Address your complexion head-on with this arsenal of colors. Plus, you just can’t beat the price.
STILA’s Correct & Perfect All-in-One Color Correcting Palette
$45 AT NORDSTROM
Gone are the days of lugging around a million products everyday—Stila’s Color Correcting Palette brings you everything you’ll need for flawless skin in one sweet little compact. It’s easy, buildable, and blendable. A reviewer confirms, “Gives as little or as much coverage as you need and has a perfect texture.”
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