8 Best non comedogenic concealers for acne-prone skin in 2021
CONCEALERS are hero beauty products that you should always have in your make-up bag, to ensure a pesky spot doesn’t destroy your night – or your photos.
There are concealers to suit a variety of skin types and tones from drugstore and designer beauty brands.
Non comedogenic concealers are essential for those with oily and acne-prone skin – the best ones won’t clog pores or make your skin more likely to break out.
When in search of the best non comedogenic concealers, look out for concealers with active ingredients like salicylic acid and alpha and beta hydroxy acids that work their magic whenever you use them.
If you have oilier skin, the best concealer – with lasting potential – will be one that’s lightweight.
To avoid making skin look even shinier and to ensure the concealer won’t budge during the day, you’ll also want a waterproof concealer like Make Up For Ever Full Cover’s Extreme Camouflage Cream.
No matter your budget, there’s never been a better range of concealers to suit your needs or your skin tone, like , a 4-in-1 foundation with concealer, which is available in a whopping 100 shades.
Turns out that sometimes, it is OK to hide who you truly are - behind the right concealer. Here's our round-up.
Best full coverage non comedogenic concealer
- Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Concealer, £19 from Boots -
A creamy, long-wearing, crease-proof liquid concealer that brightens under-eyes and covers blemishes and redness with light-as-air, medium to full coverage, without looking cakey.
'Goodbye bags, dark circles and bad decisions! I love this concealer the formula is so creamy, not drying and creaseless!' writes one fan.
Best non comedogenic concealer for oily skin
- Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage, £30 from Cult Beauty -
Specially developed by make up artist Laura Mercier, the Secret Camouflage concealer is perfect to cover blemishes on oily skin.
The formula is oil free and will provide full coverage with a natural finish. The innovative two-shade compact lets you to mix up the colours to create the perfect shade and undertone to match your skin tone - meaning you won't have to buy different shades for summer and winter.
Best drugstore non comedogenic concealer
- Maybelline Fit Me concealer, £5.99 from Superdrug -
Redness, imperfections, and blemishes will disappear with this oil-free concealer. Suitable for all skin tones, fragrance free and dermatologist approved. It also contains camomille, which has anti-inflammatory properties.
Also, everyone online has been obsessed with it for the last 5 years - it's a cult classic and it's only £5.99.
Best non comedogenic vegan concealer
- Cover FX Power Play Concealer, £21.50 at BeautyBay -
This vegan brand wins points for its variety of colours.
There are as many as 30 to choose from to ensure you'll get as precise a match as possible to your skin tone.
It's also waterproof, full coverage and ultra-long lasting thanks to its crease-proof and transfer-proof formula.
Best waterproof non comedogenic concealer
- Make Up For Ever Full Cover Extreme Camouflage, £28.50 at FeelUnique -
Not only does this concealer even out imperfections and hide any spots, redness and dark circles, the waterproof, lightweight coverage can also cover up larger issues like scars, skin conditions and even tattoos.
Most fans agree it's the "best concealer" they've ever used.
One user writes: "Highly recommend to oily/acne/ scarred skin for max effortless, seamless coverage with ease of use due to blendability."
Best non comedogenic concealer for dark circles
- HD Photogenic Concealer Wand, £6 from NYX -
This non-greasy budget concealer comes in 17 shades including colour correctors like green and lavender.
Fans say it's especially amazing for banishing those under-eye bags and it's one of NYX's best sellers.
The product glides on smoothly and provides medium to heavy coverage.
Best anti-pollution non comedogenic concealer
- Revlon Photoready Candid Antioxidant Concealer £6.99 at LookFantastic -
Revlon's oil-free concealer ticks the anti-pollution box that many are looking for in their make-up products, offering protection from urban pollution and blue light from screens.
It contains antioxidants, has a nice coverage that builds and is on the drier side, so works a treat on oilier skin types. The concealer is infused with caffeine for a boost of energy and anti-blue light components to help you look as awake as possible.
Best budget non comedogenic concealer
- Revolution Conceal and Define Concealer, £4 at Superdrug -
Revolution is the go-to brand for great beauty products on a budget, and its Conceal & Define concealer doesn't disappoint.
With 18 shades to choose from, it offers a lightweight yet full coverage.
In the words of one reviewer, it's "not too drying but also not too hydrating."
It is just right for acne-prone skin.
What does non comedogenic mean?
Here's the deal, oil and dead skin cells can block your pores when your skin generates too much sebum. Dead skin cells oxidise and form a blackhead if the pore is open at the surface; if the pore remains closed, it appears as one of those bothersome whiteheads, on your nose or chin. Those unsightly lumps on your skin are called comedones.
Therefore, 'comedogenic' refers to any substance that has the potential to clog pores. As a result, 'non-comedogenic' concealers contain chemicals that will not clog your pores.
What are the benefits of using a non comedogenic concealer?
The term 'non comedogenic' refers to a product that does not contain substances that are known to clog pores. Non comedogenic cosmetics may help minimise the number of outbreaks you experience if you have acne, blackheads, or are prone to blocked pores. A lot of cosmetic products claim to be 'non comedogenic', however, there are no formal guidelines stating what should or should not be included in such products, that's why we've compiled this guide to assist you in finding a product that lives up to its name!
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