If there is one makeup item I’m loyal to, its concealer. When I find one that works, I stick with it like glue. It explains why I don’t talk a lot about concealers and also my loyalty to the Make Up For Ever Full Cover concealer. I’ve used up about 2 or maybe 3 tubes by now. Not that much, but enough to raise eyebrows because I rarely repurchase makeup.
However, I wasn’t happy with the recent formulation of Full Cover. It felt thin so it no longer lived up to the Full Cover name, and when I ran out of under eye concealer, Full Cover is just too thick for the under eye area. If you have ever tried it, you’ll know what I mean. It accentuates every single line you have and even some that you don’t.
So, I went shopping and decided to pick up a concealer I’d been wanting to try for a long long time. Well, since they brought it out anyway – Diorskin Nude Skin Perfecting Hydrating Concealer. Love it when I discover a new fave 😀
This concealer is one of those things that make me go “Damn! Why didn’t I just buy this earlier?!” The texture is really quite perfect for a concealer – light with good coverage, yet does not cake nor settle into lines. I think this one is the perfect daily concealer for someone who isn’t looking for 100% full coverage.
The packaging is quite normal. It comes in a small 10ml tube with a nozzle dispenser. I quite like the use of a nozzle. It makes it easier to control the amount of product dispensed. What I’ve learnt with concealer is that you shouldn’t be trowelling it on. Instead, layer on a few thin layers and you will achieve a better, more natural result without having it crack or look too cakey.
The concealer itself is not too thick but neither is it too runny or liquid. I’d put it as between a cream and a lotion. When dispensed, a drop will hold its shape without running, but it is very easy to spread out, which is what you should be doing before applying to your skin. I’ve shared this tip on warming up your concealer before use here and I will recommend you do it, because it will help anyone who finds their concealer going on too thickly.
Diorskin Nude Skin Perfecting Hydrating Concealer 001 Ivory Left: Straight from tube Right: blended
The shade I use is 001 Ivory. The product comes in 3 shades I believe, with 001 being the lightest.
As you can probably see, Ivory is quite close in tone to my skintone. Like most of the Dior foundations, it does have a slight pink tone so I am not quite sure if it will suit everyone. By contrast, the Make Up For Ever Full Cover has a slightly more neutral-yellow tone. What I like however, is that when blended, the Diorskin Nude Hydrating concealer blends right into my skin. You can’t even see it right?
In terms of texture, it is lovely on the skin and as the name suggests, hydrating. I like it especially when used around the under eye area because it doesn’t look cakey, does not settle into lines and has a brightening effect so my shadows are covered. I must note however, that I do not have a chronic dark eye circle problem. If you do, I do not know if it will help cover the dark circles.
For pigmentation, I find that the coverage is medium, so I can still see some of the pigmentation through the concealer. I have reached the stage where I find this aceptable. I no longer feel the need to look perfectly flawless all the time and I have also found that if I wanted more coverage, I’d do a heavier foundation, concealer and then dab some powder over it. Its about as flawless as I get without putting on what feels like plaster.
Here are the unretouched before/after photos to show you how it fares.
I was unfortunately working with a minimal undereye dark circles day but I think you can just about see that there is a subtle brightening of the under eye area with the concealer. As for the pigment spots, the concealer sort of puts a veil over them so they are a little less noticeable, but I will not peg this one for a full coverage concealer because it just isn’t.
In a nutshell
The Diorskin Nude Skin Perfecting Hydrating Concealer is a concealer for blemishes that is also light enough for use at the under eye area. The texture is between that of a cream and lotion and it applies smoothly. I find that for the under eye area, this concealer works very well to cover dark circles (although I’m not sure how effective it is for chronic dark circles) and has a subtle brightening effect as well. It isn’t cakey and does not settle into fine lines about the eye and it is not drying as the name implies. For blemishes or pigmentation marks, I find that coverage is more medium so you will still see a shadow of the blemish or pigmentation you are trying to cover. Whether this works for you depends on how comfortable you feel. I use 001 Ivory (I also use 010 Ivory in Dior foundation) which has a slight pink tint that works for me but may not work on those who have more yellow undertones. I am happy with this one and will likely keep it in my stash for a long time to come.
Pros: Not drying, Not too thick, Has a brightening effect especially on the under eye area, Works to conceal both under eye dark circles and blemishes or pigmentation
Cons: Limited shades, Initial cost is pricey but it will last a while depending on how much you use, Not suitable for those who want full coverage
Who will like this: Someone who wants a quick and simple concealer that can be used for both blemishes and under eye, Someone want some concealment but not looking for full coverage
Here is the ingredient list for those interested.
I’m glad I decided to indulge in this concealer. I don’t even use the MUFE Full Cover anymore and when I do, I find it too thick. I also like that I can squeeze out a line of concealer, warm it up and use it for blemishes, pigmentation and under eye because I just like to keep things simple this way. I hope Dior never messes with this formula!
Have you tried the Diorskin Nude Skin Perfecting Hydrating concealer? Its been out for at least 2-3 years and its only NOW that I’m trying it. Wish I’d done so 2 years ago! I think its RM90 but I can’t remember. Its been months 😛 For everyone who’s been waiting for a review on this one since the epic travel kit, here it is. I love it, and I hope it didn’t burn a big hole in your wallet 😛
Paris B
Diorskin Nude Skin Perfecting Hydrating Concealer Price: RM90+/10ml (I forgot the actual price) Availability: Dior counters
Germs says
June 18, 2012 at 8:44 amHullo Paris! This looks great, how do you reckon it fares compared to the shu uemura point cealer? Thanks! 🙂
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:22 pmAlo Germs! I actually prefer this to the Point Cealer primarily because of the packaging. Product wise, it is fairly similar with the Dior one feeling more hydrating than the Shu one. Cost per product, it might cost more to get the Shu 😛
Gin says
June 18, 2012 at 8:54 amThank you Paris for writing on this one! *hug*
wow it sure looks great! But i noticed 10ml at 90!
*gasp*
Btw, I have bought the shiseido foundation brush! WorkS like magic! I am glad u enabled me!! XD
Gin says
June 18, 2012 at 8:58 amOk I take back what I wrote… If she uemura is at 2.8ml 85, this is quite reasonable.. What do u think of this two in comparison??? Will u say u would substitude shu with this??
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:25 pmYes I will substitute the Shu Point Cealer because a) you mentioned its hard to get in store? b) its more hygienic in terms of packaging. The sponge tip sort of creeps me out with prolonged use and c) it feels more hydrating on skin.
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:24 pmHaha 10ml will last quite a while to be honest. You only need a little drop, spread it out and it covers a wide area. Depending on how much you use of course and how much you conceal 🙂 Am glad the brush works for you! 😀 Its a great investment for flawless foundation 😀
Jyoan says
June 18, 2012 at 9:01 amHmm, I keep wondering what’s the difference between their SkinFlash and this concealer.
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:28 pmSkinflash is marketed as a Radiance Booster. It is in the same vein as the YSL Touche Eclat – an illuminator that may work to conceal but is not marketed as a concealer per se. It has highlighting properties. This one is a straight traditional concealer 🙂
Jyoan says
June 18, 2012 at 4:42 pmDo you think you need to use both at the same time?
Sorry, I have a lot of questions. (,”)
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 5:29 pmNope, no need to use both together although if I do, then the effect is better as in it looks even more air brushed than normal LOL But I use them both interchangeably on most days as I also use Skinflash as a concealer. On light eye circles it works. Its only if I have something that needs a good face forward that I layer them 🙂
sharon says
June 18, 2012 at 9:17 amI tried this at the counter the other time but I was too set on the getting the Diorskin Sculpt Concealer cos some youtuber recommended it and the products she recommends really work well for me.. Anyways back to the topic, I may actually go out and get this, though I think the coverage is lighter than the Sculpt one but I could probably layer them together cos my dark circles are rather phenomenal 😉
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:32 pmHmm… I never thought to try Diorskin Sculpt 🙂 I think the doe foot applicator puts me off. I had one that smelt funky after a while 🙁 But I looked it up and it does look thicker so it might offer better coverage than this Nude Hydrating one. If you are planning to layer for the under eye area, I might suggest trying Skinflash on top instead. It is illuminating and so helps reflect light and makes the eye area look brighter. I sometimes layer Skinflash over this concealer when doing the undereye 🙂
sharon says
June 19, 2012 at 9:49 amHmm.. layering is actually what I am doing these days, after foundation, followed by the Garnier BB Roll on in Light ( I was supposed to get the concealer onr but got this by mistake, they all look the same! lol) and then the Dior Sculpt or Maybelline Mineral Concealer, which is a little too heavy for my fine lines >.< I might contemplate the DiorSkin Flash /YSL Touche Eclat at a later date 🙂 I also have the Bodyshop Illuminator which is pink based and works quite alright. Nonetheless, it was an informative review as usual 😉
Mira says
June 18, 2012 at 9:17 amThanks for the review! I’ve been waiting for it. Sounds lovely, I might get a tube later! I never purchase any concealer because my face used to be soooo flawless (yes, USED TO) T__T Now I have 6 pimple spots that just never gone. I’ve put Diorsnow spot concealer and Clinique even better dark spot corrector, but it just lighten it. T__T Do you by any chance can recommend a good spot corrector serum? ^^
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:34 pmHmm… for spot correction I use the Clinique Even Better serum which works well enough for me even if it will take a while. I notice you use it to so hmm… not much help there. What I find helps with speeding up the process is to keep your skin hydrated so I advocate trying a hydrating skincare regiment. It somehow seems to help the spot correctors work better.
synical says
June 18, 2012 at 9:29 amGood to know, although at that price I hesitate because I have large patches of redness to cover up. That, and everytime I start to get attached to a concealer it gets discontinued -__-
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:38 pmI know! Why do brands do this to us 🙁 I hope they don’t mess with this formula because it does work well. Which concealer are you using now (if you’re using one?)
synical says
June 18, 2012 at 4:58 pmTrying to finish this Maybelline Angelfit one…. noticed over the weekend that even Maybelline is changing that to a different packaging and/or formula, and the Clear Smooth BB Stick 😛
I hate buying drugstore cosmetics because I don’t trust myself to decide whether the light shade is too light/yellow/etc.
Sigh.
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 5:32 pmGah! Maybelline keeps changing their formula and packaging and they never brought in that dual ended Angelfit concealer I liked. Its nuts! I was trying their Whitening BB Cream (which seems to behave differently from their normal BB cream) and then I saw somewhere there was a stick BB and there’s the mousse BB. Too much, too much! LOL!
Stephy says
June 18, 2012 at 9:30 amHey, thanks for sharing this!
I have very dark circle under eye even with eye care. =(
Some say we should choose a darker shade to cover the dark circle, some say we should choose lighter shade..hmmm kinda confusing.
Any idea?
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:41 pmSometimes dark circles are genetic and if they are, no eye care can help 🙁 As for your question, I’d say choose a shade that matches your skintone. If you go darker, it’ll accentuate your dark circles. If you go lighter, you will look like a reverse panda. So, pick a shade that matches your skintone and maybe try to use an illuminating product too to reflect light 🙂
cat says
June 18, 2012 at 9:35 amHello! Good Morning. Stupid question, does it cover pimples well? Especially those red painful ones. Have a great Monday!
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:42 pmNot a stupid question at all, Cat! The answer is yes 🙂 It neutralizes red and covers it up quite well for me anyway. I just spread it out and then dab it on the pimple. If I need another layer, I dab on another thin layer and then set with some powder and its pretty good. I used it to cover my angry red pimple today which is why I can say for certain it works LOL!
cat says
June 19, 2012 at 9:11 amThanks for your help 🙂
Nikki says
June 18, 2012 at 9:38 amI’m starting to indulge myself by using concealers too! One makeup item I’m lazy to use aside from mascara, it’s concealer! But recently, with all the drama that’s going on in my life and the late night sleep..I’m starting to appreciate concealers more and more! The most recent one I’ve used is the Estee Lauder Double Wear Concealer, housed in a tube just like this from Dior too! 🙂
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:45 pmOh dear, Drama in your life?! I started out on concealer late but when I saw the difference it made to how I looked (more awake, fresher, more dependable? LOL!) I couldn’t stop! I have heard the EL Double Wear is good. Hope it works well for you.
Lily says
June 18, 2012 at 9:48 amThis is one of my faves too! I tend to stray but this is good for undereye circles. I found another that I like from Clinique, called airbrush concealer, I think. Brightens and very light in texture.
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:47 pmI know right? we are all wont to stray 😉 I haven’t tried the Clinique Airbrushed concealer but I’m trialing their Even Better concealer. Lovely texture but the fact it comes in a pot is a right downer! No brush, no go 🙁
Hanny says
June 18, 2012 at 11:00 amOoo, sounds like a lovely concealer! Affordable for a Dior product too. Hmmm, wonder if I should get this when my concealer finishes.
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:49 pmSort of affordable LOL Which concealer are you using, Hanny?
Hanny Daforcena says
June 18, 2012 at 4:53 pmMac Studio Finish heh heh!!! Still going strong though…
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 5:30 pmI’ve heard of a lot of people using it and I guess it must work well enough 🙂 Haven’t tried it though.
xin says
June 18, 2012 at 12:05 pmi haven’t used any concealer in a while coz i am so lazy and there seem to be too many spots to be covered up especially the marks :S
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:57 pmI know, marks are the worst! I usually cover up eye circles and pigmentation. Spots if I feel like it but I try to let foundation take care of that 😛
dani says
June 18, 2012 at 12:09 pmWow, it practically disappeared on your hand and you look like you’re not wearing any concealer at all! That’s pretty impressive… My dark circles are pretty bad, so it’s always a struggle to find the right shade with the right coverage AND the right consistency. It’s awesome that you’ve found one that works well for you!
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 4:59 pmRight??!! I felt a bit stupid taking that photo of my hand but it really does disappear into my skin 🙂 I think the trickiest thing about concealer is the shade and consistency. They always tend to be too pink or too yellow, too thin or too thick. Have you found one yet, Dani? I think there are lots of pro brands that make good ones that mortals like the rest of us find harder to use 😉
Sukie says
June 18, 2012 at 12:46 pmI’ve always had trouble with concealer as I can never find one that suits me! As Dior costs more over here I may have to bribe a friend into helping me purchase this from home! 😉
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 5:01 pmI know! Concealer is a tricky business – more so than foundation sometimes. Try looking online – you might be able to pick one up cheaper than in store 😀
Sunny says
June 18, 2012 at 3:15 pmOooo looks like something I need! I’m not very good at concealing, and I USUALLY don’t need much so something simple won’t challenge my pathetic skills too much!
Question though: normally ANY concealer makes my lower lash line smudge, even if I set it with powder. Does this do that? Or let me put it this way: is this a problem that you often encounter yourself?
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 5:20 pmHmm… I never noticed it causing any smudging actually 🙂 That said, I don’t have oily lids so smudging has never been much of a concern for me when it comes to eye products. Sometimes, an eye cream can cause my liner to smudge instead 😛
Sze Ling says
June 18, 2012 at 3:19 pmNo no no. Why did you have to like it? Now I want to try it too. 😛
I have yet to find a concealer that I love. Was using the Make Up For Ever HD concealer. It’s ok, nothing special. In fact, I’m beginning to think that it’s too thick too.
Looks like I have to try this next. 😉
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 5:21 pmOh yeah the MUFE HD one was too thick for me so I passed on it. Full Cover was too but then maybe as I get older (hoho!) I don’t care as much about some imperfections showing as having my skin look natural and not caked up >.< Sometimes, I cringe when I think of the looks I used to do back in the day LOL! 😀
S. says
June 18, 2012 at 3:32 pmThis sounds like the perfect concealer for me! I’ll check it out asap. x
Paris B says
June 18, 2012 at 5:23 pmI hope you will like it S 🙂
Becca says
June 18, 2012 at 7:04 pmThis concealer looks great! I must definitely check it out–I’ve actually been looking for a new concealer. I’ve been using Bobbi Brown’s creamy concealer for years but recently I’ve noticed that I have some trouble with it accentuating dryness I didn’t even know I had on my undereyes. So I need something a little bit more fluid while still maintaining its creaminess. This looks perfect!
Paris B says
June 22, 2012 at 10:03 pmYou know what, Becca? I’ve never tried the famed Bobbi Brown concealer! The yellow always scared me and the pot didn’t do me any favors either. I think you’ll like this one. It’s got a very lovely texture 🙂
Jennifer says
June 18, 2012 at 9:01 pmA little magical tube that conceals almost everything! Cover up well and nicely for you too 🙂 If they come up with one that can smoothen and fill up the evil craters on my face, I will rush to get it *wishful thinking*
Paris B says
June 22, 2012 at 10:04 pmHmm… Primer first? 😉
Jennifer says
June 22, 2012 at 10:28 pmYup, I am using the Revlon Photoready Perfecting Primer 🙂 I went to Sephora to try the MUFE primer which was good but decided to go for an economical primer first. Revlon does cover up my large pores a little and I apply compact powder over it but the acne scars are beyond help. I also dab the primer over my oily prone eyelids and so far it helps to keep Smashbox Eyewish in place till late night, that’s like almost 12 hours (*cringe* it also tells you I spend that long hour at work).
I’ve had quite successful eyeshadow mini adventures lately with lotsa compliments from my colleagues on my birthday a few days back. It was awesome thanks to you 🙂 And thanks to Lily’s (chloeash.com) easy tips on using fingers to apply eyeshadow 🙂
I’ll try concealer as part of my make up regime soon hehe.
Paris B says
June 23, 2012 at 2:27 pmOoh you reminded me I should talk about the Revlon primer. It’s pretty good 🙂 Happy to know you’ve been doing well with the shadows 🙂 I started out with fingers too but when you can, get a good brush. It makes a great difference especially to blending 🙂 oh and happy belated birthday! Hope you had a lovely day 🙂
Biianca says
June 18, 2012 at 9:03 pmSounds like something I would use heee. Btw Paris on a unrelated note, has your shu eyebrow pencil’s tip chip off? Mine is always chipping off and I was wondering could it be because of the weather or I’ve got a faulty pencil zz do help, thanks ya 🙂
Paris B says
June 22, 2012 at 10:06 pmNope, I never have a problem with my Shu pencils. Where are you sharpening yours? Sometimes if they sharpen it too thin then it might happen but from experience it never has. I had a poor pencil sharpening experience at the Shu counter at Pavilion so I don’t recommend going there 😛 also, have you ever dropped your pencil? I’m told it’s quite fragile so if it’s dropped it’s prone to breaking.