We get questions all the time from people wondering how to cover blemishes. Here's what we have to say...

* Apply foundation first! This way you will likely have to use less concealer as you will only have to apply it exactly where you need it. You're taking advantage of the coverage your foundation has to offer.

* Use a mineral powder, cream, or stick concealer. Using a liquid concealer will not offer enough "on-the-spot" coverage. The color you use might differ based on what you are concealing. Most often a concealer that is the exact color of your skin will work best. However, if you are trying to cover a particularly red blemish or blue under-eye circles you might try a concealer color that is directly opposite the color of your problem area on the color wheel to neutralize such a color. For instance, if you are covering dark & blue under-eye circles, try a yellow-based concealer. For extreme red blemishes, try a mint green concealer to counteract the redness.

* Apply directly to blemish & then blend in.

* Use a small amount of powder, mineral foundation, or moth veil to lock the concealer into place.