My $12 concealer serum is a forever repurchase – it’s lightweight and buildable, there’s nothing like it on the market
A BEAUTY lover has credited her clear complexion to an affordable drugstore buy.
She believes that nothing can compare to her correcting cosmetic purchase.
Redditor Dreamylulu spilled the beauty beans on what she uses to cover up her imperfections – the NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum.
“Forever repurchase,” she said.
While there are 17 available shades, she had found her perfect match in beige.
“This $12 concealer is lightweight on the skin – hence serum – and has amazing, buildable coverage,” she said.
“There’s nothing else like it on the market, and it’s half the price of other serum concealers from higher-end brands.”
The NYX Bare With Me Concealer Serum, which is sells for $12 on Amazon, offers up to 24 hours of hydration.
It is described as being ideal for use on the under-eyes, face, and body.
With a natural finish, you don’t have to worry about a caked-on look.
All it takes is one pump to reduce the appearance of dark circles and red spots.
Designed to give medium coverage, it is also recommended for dry patches of skin.
The fully vegan formula is composed of tremella mushroom, cica, and green tea.
Tremella mushrooms have been used in traditional Chinese medicine since ancient times for everything from disease prevention to improving skin appearance, according to Health.
Others were also fans of the skin-smoothing serum.
“The is my HG in the shade Vanilla. Lasts so long and doesn’t crease,” said one user.
“Nice! I’m on my third purchase of this one. It is that good!” another wrote.
Anti-aging tips and 'superstar' products
Dr. Anatalia Moore is a GP and skin specialist with over 11 years of clinical experience.
She told The U.S. Sun that her goal is to equip patients with the knowledge they need to take control of their skin journey.
She said the fundamental basics of a beauty routine are the same for all ages — it should include an effective cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF.
“Moisturizers are my superstar, even over products containing active ingredients,” she said.
“Finding a well-balanced moisturizer that provides the right kind of hydration, replaces natural oils, and seals them in, literally stabilizes your skin.
“This in itself quickly can soften the appearance of fine lines and texture, as often these are worsened by dehydration.
“It also allows the skin to function as it should.
“It then can heal faster, which, among many things, can lead to fewer lines and wrinkles, less flares of dermatitis and rosacea, and shorter-lived, milder breakouts.”
Dr. Moore’s skincare staples:
- Obagi Hydrate and Hydrate Lux moisturizer, $78
- Adequate sleep
- Balanced diet
- Reducing stress
“I love this concealer so much!” a third chimed in.
Some had even found multiple uses for the makeup buy.
“I heard people who don’t like it as a concealer prefer it as a foundation,” said a Redditor.
“I used this as foundation/concealer when I had it, it was great! I have oily skin and I would set with powder,” confirmed a user.
“This is my favorite! Gone through at least three of these by now. I use it as my foundation/concealer though so I use them up faster,” yet another shared.