Your Under-Eye Concealer Will Look Invisible as Long as You Use *This*

Take it from someone who had to learn the hard way: The right set of makeup brushes can totally change how your makeup looks for the better. I'm not sure what I was doing before I invested in a good set of foundation and concealer brushes, and since I've been using them, my makeup looks smoother and more natural and takes far less time to apply. I know that sounds like a train you want to hop on, so you're going to want to pay attention.

Concealer, in particular, can be tricky to apply without going overboard. Using a good brush can change all that—especially if you're applying it in the under-eye area. In the past, concealer brushes used to look similar in size and shape, but things have changed. "Throw out the old idea of what concealer brushes used to look like 10 years ago," says Nikki DeRoest, celebrity makeup artist and cofounder and CEO of Ciele Cosmetics. "When I use a concealer brush, I want to be able to blend and blur concealer into the skin for concealing under the eyes or fine lines instead of packing it on with flat, dense bristles."

If you're looking to conceal dark spots, blemishes, or under-eye circles, you'll find the best concealer brushes for each below. I also asked my roster of editorial and celebrity makeup artists for their personal favorites.

The Best Concealer Brushes, at a Glance

• Best Overall: Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Concealer Brush
• Best Budget: Wet n Wild Large Concealer Brush
• Best for Sensitive Skin: Tarte Concealer Paw Brush
• Best Dual-Sided Brush: It Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Dual Airbrush Concealer Brush #2
• Best for Precision: Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Concealer Brush

The Best Concealer Brushes of 2025

1. Best Overall: Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Concealer Brush

2. Best Budget: Wet n Wild Large Concealer Brush

3. Best for Sensitive Skin: Tarte Concealer Paw Brush

4. Best Dual-Sided Brush: It Cosmetics Heavenly Luxe Dual Airbrush Concealer Brush #2

5. Best for Precision: Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Concealer Brush

6. Best for Blending: Real Techniques Expert Liquid and Cream Concealer Brush

7. Best for Tight Spaces: Ciele Cosmetics The Concealer Brush

8. Best for Even Application: Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Concealer Brush

9. Best for Powder: Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage Concealer Brush

What to Look for in a Concealer Brush

As for any beauty tool, there are a few things to consider while shopping for a concealer brush—why would you want to invest in one that doesn't meet your standards?

For starters, you'll want to think about the feel of the bristles. Most brands use synthetic material, which is hypoallergenic and typically safe for sensitive skin. Some brushes also have bristles that are tightly compacted or fluffy. "I usually go for a fluffy blending brush—one that you typically see for eye shadows," says DeRoest. This allows her to easily buff and blend the product out to achieve the desired look, but ultimately, it comes down to personal preference.

Brush shapes are also a big factor in the final look. Some are small and pointed for tight spaces and detail work (think outer corners of the nose, under the brows, and under the eyes), and others are large and angled or rounded for bigger areas (cheeks, forehead, etc.). In this case, consider where you tend to apply concealer frequently and select accordingly.

How to Apply Under-Eye Concealer With a Brush

Makeup artists also have a few tips for us when it comes to applying under-eye concealer. Talias says, "The trick to applying concealer with a brush is to use a very small amount of concealer and start on the inner corner of the eye where there is typically the most darkness, applying the product in a stamping motion," she says. "Working the concealer into the skin in this way ensures you get maximum coverage with the least amount of product. Too much concealer under the eye will crease and actually accentuate dry skin."

Kaye also has a key tip to ensure flawless application: "When applying concealer with a brush, don't swipe the product back and forth, as it will cause it to disappear. Pat the product on with the brush!" Lastly, DeRoest tells me her secret to pulling off an even, airbrushed look under the eyes. "Apply the concealer to the back of your hand, blend the product into your brush first (called priming the brush), and then apply the concealer to your skin," she says. You'll get seamless coverage and have the ability to layer as needed, preventing creasing, fine lines, and wrinkles.

Makeup Sponges vs. Concealer Brushes

The best concealer brushes can provide more precise coverage than sponges, especially for cream- and powder-based products. Sponges are great for a lighter, airbrushed finish, especially when damp. If you're looking to conceal dark circles and under-eye bags, a brush can also provide more controlled application and more product application than a sponge. While there are many ways people use concealers, DeRoest recommends using Ciele Cosmetics' brushes that are designed specifically to give you results for specific areas of the skin (especially the concealer and blending brushes).

"I use two methods for myself: a brush under the eyes and a sponge on my sunspots. I want more coverage there and prefer stamping the concealer over those spots rather than brushing over them. Both can and will give you a flawless application," she says. While deciding on which tool will serve the purpose, DeRoest encourages consumers to consider their skin type in some cases. "If you have large pores and are concealing around or on the nose, you may want to use a sponge so you can bounce and press the product onto the skin instead of swiping it—which might not conceal and fill the pores the way you'd like it to," she adds.

How We Chose

As with all of our buying guides atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , we compile our edits based on original testing and expert recommendations. To find the best concealer brushes for this roundup, we leaned heavily on firsthand testing, expert insight, and our knowledge as beauty experts. We also considered several factors, including bristle type and brush shape. We're aware of how important these factors are for a wide range of needs and preferences, so we made sure to list out all the helpful details. Of course, customer reviews were also kept in mind when creating this list.

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