The Holy-Grail Product My 73-Year-Old Mum Uses to Make Her Look 20 Years Younger

This is one of Erin's favourite concealers, and I'm so glad she turned me on to it. Even though I'm pretty particular when it comes to concealers, it was love at first doe-foot applicator touch to the skin with this concealer. (And, by the way, the doe-foot applicator is flat on one side, which ratchets up the ease of application even further.) This formula absolutely glides on, yet it’s not too thin and almost feels cool to the touch. It’s medium to full coverage and very hydrating—which is a criterion at the top of my check-off list for more mature skin since it tends to be drier. It’s easily buildable and feels featherlight on the skin. And it has blurring properties to boot.

Pros: Hydrating formula

Cons: It can be hard to figure out your shade

Can I really give the second top spot to a concealer I’ve never tried? This is one of the most iconic concealers on the market, makeup artists and celebrities love it, and I know Erin has tried it and can vouch for it as well. I’ve heard other women absolutely rave about this product. Even though it’s in a stick formulation (which is definitely not my favourite applicator choice), the high-quality formula is designed to glide on smoothly—be it underneath your eyes or atop discoloration. Very little is needed, which is really good to hear, especially since one of the reasons I haven’t yet tried it is because of the sticker shock price tag of £55. The only other negative is that the shade range is still quite limited compared to some other top formulas.

Pros: A multitasking formula

Cons: Limited shade range

This concealer is sheer to medium coverage but buildable. I’m not crazy about the squeeze tube applicator since it’s so easy to squeeze out more than you need, but the creamy, easy-to-blend quality of this concealer scores big points. Plus, it won't get cakey underneath your eyes or over mature skin with fine lines, wrinkles, or other textural issues. 

Pros: Lighweight texture

Cons: Fiddly to apply

This is a concealer formula I've had in my arsenal forever. It has a semi-matte, semi-satin finish, but the consistency is quite creamy and sheer to medium in coverage. You can definitely build it up and layer it depending on how much coverage you need. I love how affordable it is, but I often find myself reaching for it and then drawing my hand back and going with a different concealer. The reason? I'm not really a fan of the foam-like applicator ball. But the concealer formula itself is definitely one of the better ones out there for more mature skin! Especially if you're on a budget. 

Pros: Affordable price point

Cons: Not a very hygienic applicator

This may be one of the most talked-about concealers ever. It has a lovely, thick, creamy consistency and is quite opaque, so a little goes a long way. The only hesitation I have in recommending it is that some people find it drying on the skin, which can be problematic if you have mature skin. I recommend trying to get a sample to see if it works with your skin type. 

Pros: Really good coverage

Cons: Can feel heavy and drying

This is quite a lightweight and radiant formula, which can sometimes be a drawback as it can highlight texture. However, if you’re looking for a non-heavy concealer that has a lovely soft glow and solid coverage, this is a great affordable option for mature skin. 

Pros: Light and easy to blend

Cons: Can emphasise texture

This is a great concealer if you have mature AND dry skin. It’s full-coverage with some luminosity and great hydration. It’s highly pigmented, very long-lasting and comes in 12 shades. A little of this concealer goes a very long way. Once again, some women might not like how luminous this concealer formula is, but if you like some glow, this is one of the best concealers for mature skin. 

Pros: Highly pigmented

Cons: Limited shade range

This concealer comes in a whopping 48 shades, so you will definitely find your match. This has full coverage with more of a matte finish compared to the other It Cosmetics concealer formula above, which is more luminous. It’s highly pigmented with good-for-your-skin peptides as well.

Pros: Versatile shade range

Cons: Heavy formula

This is a beautiful, hydrating formula that provides full coverage—and a great range of shades (30). I first tried it because Erin usually has it with her when she comes to visit us, and she told me most beauty editors she knows and celebrity makeup artists she's interviewed are also fans. It's one of the few concealers out there that has satisfying coverage without looking thick and heavy. It lives up to its famous name! 

Pros: Works really well for breakouts

Cons: Runs out quickly

E.l.f.’s Camo Concealer has been a long-time favourite, but this newer version has a more hydrating formulation, which makes it an even better option for those with mature skin. It's also affordable and has a pretty good variety of shades to choose from. 

Pros: Affordable price point

Cons: Always sold out

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With a hydrating hyaluronic acid and shea butter formula, this hydrates as it conceals to leave skin plump and blurred. This is ideal for concealing around the eye area in particular, as many concealers are prone to creasing.

Pros: Skin-friendly formula

Cons: You need a Beauty Pie membership for the lower price

One of Hourglass's best product launches is not only my newest favourite product this year but backed by Rosie Huntington-Whiteley to boot. 

Pros: Glowy finish

Cons: Coverage needs to be built up

I love how hydrating this concealer is from Too Faced. Plus, the coverage flexibility is amazing. You can keep it sheer or really build it up—I've even used it as a foundation for days I want something a little lighter. It's one of those products I have in multiple shades and throw into all of my bags. 

Pros: Versatile formula

Cons: Can feel heavy

Everyone in the beauty industry knows about and loves MAC's iconic foundations. (They're a staple on red carpets and film sets alike), but let's not forget the brand makes amazing concealers as well. This one has a lightweight, fluid texture that blends seamlessly into skin without any caking or creasing. 

Pros: Longlasting formula

Cons: Can feel thick and heavy

I love this concealer so much. Not only is it creamy, easy to blend, and hydrating, but a little goes a long, long way, so you get major bang for your buck. It also has the added perk of making your complexion look poreless.

Pros: Easy to apply

Cons: Applicator can get clogged

This concealer is named Stay Naked for a reason. It provides full coverage against dark circles and any imperfections while literally disappearing into the skin. Plus, I swear it doesn't crease, which feels pretty groundbreaking. (Most concealers crease—even if their packaging tells you they won't!)

Pros: Full coverage

Cons: Can feel heavy

I live in L.A. and any formula that can withstand a full workday, a workout, and the L.A. heat and sun (without looking mucky and dry by hour seven) is a winner in my book. 

Pros: Longlasting formula

Cons: Runs out quickly

A makeup artist favourite that provides seamless, durable coverage. If you're a fan of Armani's cult-classic foundation, you'll want to add this foundation to your repertoire as well. 

Pros: Gives a natural, skin-like finish

Cons: Expensive price point

This concealer from Huda Beauty is truly like a real-life blurring filter. It's hydrating, full of skin-loving ingredients, and makes your face look airbrushed in the best way possible.

Pros: Blurs and smooths skin

Cons: Can emphasise dry skin

I'm OBSESSED with this concealer. It's seriously so good and looks and applies like velvet. It's hydrating and makes even my dark, dry under-eyes look bright and smooth. Plus, it has some cool technology like Shiseido's ActiveForce Technology, which staves off sweat, oil, and creasing; a Responsive Sensory Technology, which effortlessly adapts to the condition, tone, and texture of your skin; and last but not least, a Smart-Correcting Powder, the magic behind its smoothing and perfecting expertise. 

Pros: Great for under-eyes

Cons: Expensive price point

Part concealer and part foundation (basically, you can build the coverage to your desired intensity), this scribble-on crayon is oh so easy to apply (and reapply) on the go.

Pros: Easy to apply

Cons: Isn't available in stories to try on in-person

There's a reason why this concealer is always sold out. Lighweight but pigmented, it lends itself well to all skin types and lends itself well to everything from brightening dark under-eye circles to covering redness and pigmentation.

Pros: Inclusive shade range

Cons: Always sold out