I love makeup. In fact, it was my love for makeup that really got me interested in beauty journalism. Although I originally trained as a makeup artist, there was something so exciting about the idea of writing about all of my tips and tricks and sharing them with people who have the same interests as me. Now that I'm a beauty editor, there's nothing I love more than covering celebrity makeup looks, expert makeup advice and of course, new makeup launches.
When it comes to launches, there is one brand in particular that I am always keeping an eye on. Yep, I'm talking about Victoria Beckham Beauty. Every time this brand brings a new product out I already know that it's going to become a staple in my makeup bag. So, when I heard that Victoria Beckham was launching a concealer, I practically screamed with excitement.
You see, this isn't any old concealer. The brand has partnered with Augustinus Bader (yes, the luxury skincare line loved by celebrities) to create the ultimate concealer pen to give luminous coverage and skincare benefits all in one. I managed to get my hands on the launch, so keep on scrolling to read my full review...
Victoria Beckham The Concealer Pen Review
The Formula
First things first, we have to talk about the formula. What's really interesting about this concealer is that it is formulated with TFC8® by Augustinus Bader, a patented technology that is composed of peptides, vitamins and natural amino acids found in the skin to help nourish and protect your complexion. So, not only is this concealer improving the look of your makeup, but it's also working to improve your natural skin.
The concealer itself has been designed to give second-skin, light-to-medium coverage with a radiant finish. It has a super blendable formula and comes in a handy pen format with a tapered brush so you can simply click and apply no matter where you are.
The Shades
The concealer comes in 16 shades, with a range of options for different skin tones and undertones (the website says that the concealer is compatible for warm, neutral and rosy undertones). I do think that there could be more options on offer (concealers from the likes of MAC have around 40 shades to choose from), but hopefully this is something that we will see from the brand in the future.
The Packaging
Now, I couldn't do this review and not talk about the packaging. In true VB style, this concealer is very chic. The slim, black pen is perfect for popping in your handbag and I love that it features a pop of the signature Augustinus Bader blue on the lid.
Before Applying the Victoria Beckham Concealer Pen
After Applying the Victoria Beckham Concealer Pen
The Verdict
I have to admit, I don't usually get on with concealers under my eyes. The skin around my eyes is quite dry so I find that concealer really settles into these dry patches and makes the area look even worse. However, thanks to the added skincare benefits, this concealer blends like a dream and looks seamless once applied.
I get quite bad discolouration under my eyes and this product has just the right amount of coverage to help diminish my dark circles while still letting my skin breathe. If you want super high coverage then it probably isn't for you, but if you like a more natural makeup look then I couldn't recommend it enough. One thing I really love is the radiant finish. My under eyes have such a lovely glow to them when I wear this which helps to make me look a lot less tired than I actually am.
Now, it's worth noting that a little of this goes a long way. I definitely applied too much at first and noticed it creasing slightly because there was too much product, so I would recommend building coverage up slowly depending on what sort of finish you want. Luckily, thanks to the pen format this is super easy to do.
The only big downside to this concealer is the cost. At £64, it definitely doesn't come cheap. You can certainly find more affordable concealers on the market that will give you a radiant finish, however thanks to the added skincare benefits, I could see myself investing in this concealer again and again. Plus, you only need a small amount so one of these pens is bound to last you quite a while.
Pros: Easy to apply, blendable, medium coverage, radiant finish and added skincare benefits
Cons: Expensive and would love to see more shades
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