The 10 Best Under-Eye Concealers to Banish Dark Circles for Good

Here’s What to Look For in an Under-Eye Concealer

There are so many concealers out there that it can be hard to decide on which one is right for you. If you have oily skin, one with a natural or matte finish will probably wear better on you. If you have dry skin, one with a radiant or dewy finish can help enhance luminosity.

Makeup artist Tasia Mitropoulos says that thicker concealer formulas, like creams and sticks, are great for concealing blemishes but aren’t her favorite for under eyes. “Cream concealers tend to stay in place, making them great for coverage,” she says. “Liquid formulas, however, move with your skin for a more natural finish.” Since the skin underneath your eyes tends to be drier and finer than the rest of your face, using a liquid formula can look more skin-like than a heavier formula. That said, if you’re looking for high coverage that won’t budge, cream formulas are definitely going to be your friend. 

Still out on which concealer is right for you? Check out our top under-eye concealers for every concern—from disguising dark circles to combatting dryness and filling in creases. 

Our Favorite Under-Eye Concealers for Every Concern

1. Best Under-Eye Concealer With Buildable Coverage:

RMS BEAUTY UnCoverup Concealer

Not all cream concealers are created equal, and this formula proves it. Infused with nourishing ingredients like coconut oil and jojoba seed oil, this under-eye concealer hydrates your skin to prevent that dreaded cakey look. Its buildable formula gives you sheer-to-medium coverage for a more skin-like finish. Whether you’re a concealer beginner or a makeup pro, this product is great for personalizing your preferred coverage.

2. Best Everyday Under-Eye Concealer: 

DANESSA MYRICKS BEAUTY Yummy Skin Lift & Flex Concealer

This concealer will soon be the Swiss Army knife of your makeup bag. Its serum-hybrid formula moves with your skin—meaning you don’t have to worry about creasing or wrinkling—while ingredients like caffeine and centella asiatica (aka cica) hydrate and brighten. Any hyperpigmentation is quickly banished thanks to this concealer’s medium-to-full coverage, which swipes on smooth and settles into a soft-matte finish. What more could you ask for?

3. Best Under-Eye Concealer for Depuffing:

MAKEUP BY MARIO SurrealSkin™ Awakening Concealer

Next to coffee, this concealer is the best pick-me-up. Its buildable formula will help you fake a full night’s sleep with its Lift & Lock™ tech, which uses caffeine to depuff and marine extracts for a tightening effect. Our under eyes looked visibly lifted shortly after applying this concealer, and we especially loved its velvety, soft texture. 

4. Best Long-Wear Under-Eye Concealer: 

KULFI BEAUTY Main Match Crease-Proof Long-Wear Hydrating Concealer

This radiant concealer offers medium, buildable coverage that’s crease-proof, self-setting, and hydrating. We thought it was too good to be true, until we put the formula to the test ourselves. Not only did it brighten our under eyes and melt into our skin, but it flawlessly covered everything we threw at it—including dark circles, hyperpigmentation, and redness—without any caking or creasing. The best part? It stayed put all day, even after we forgot to apply setting spray. 

5. Best Under-Eye Concealer for Mature Skin:

TOYFACTORY Niablend™ Serum Concealer

If you want visible coverage that still looks natural, you’ll like this concealer from TOYFACTORY. “The formula is super hydrating and goes on my older eyes smoothly,” reads one IPSY review. “It doesn’t pronounce my fine lines or wrinkles.” Infused with vitamin B3, this concealer also helps improve your skin’s texture, and its anti-caking formula is super blendable and dewy. 

6. Best Full Coverage Under-Eye Concealer: 

LYS BEAUTY Triple Fix Full Coverage Brightening Concealer

Want full coverage without feeling heavy or cakey? Reach for this creamy concealer, which brightens up under eyes and covers even the darkest circles. Unlike other full-coverage formulas, this one flexes with your skin for a more natural finish, leaving you looking luminous and refreshed. 

7. Best Under-Eye Concealer for Dry Skin: 

ALLEYOOP Gameface Second Skin Concealer

A powerhouse blend of skincare and coverage, this concealer is truly the best of both worlds. It’s packed with aloe cell extract to soothe and hydrate skin, rosehip oil to lock in moisture, and sea buckthorn oil to give you a rejuvenating vitamin boost. Plus, the spongy applicator that comes with makes it easy to blend the product into dry skin without flakiness or creasing. 

8. Best Under-Eye Concealer for Brightening: 

YENSA BEAUTY Super Serum Silk Concealer

This concealer is like a filter in a bottle. Vitamins C and E work together with ferulic acid to help boost brightness and combat unwanted darkness—so you can say goodbye to dark circles and hyperpigmentation. “The pinky undertones of this concealer got rid of my dark circles better than any concealer I’ve used before,” reads one IPSY review. Under-eye puffiness is a thing of the past too, thanks to this formula’s skin-plumping peptides. Expect a smooth satin finish and luminous under eyes. 

9. Best Medium Coverage Under-Eye Concealer: 

TARTE™ Shape Tape™ Radiant Concealer Mini

There’s a reason this product is a crowd favorite. With a more radiant formula than its original counterpart, this concealer brightens your look with licorice root, and its medium coverage is perfect for disguising dark spots and fine lines (including on mature skin). You won’t have to worry about creasing either, since seaberry seed and fruit oils hydrate your under eyes for a flawless look. 

10. Best Lightweight Coverage Under-Eye Concealer: 

WINKY LUX Peeper Perfect Under-Eye Concealer

This liquid formula offers subtle coverage and blends seamlessly into skin, making it easy to apply and effortless to wear. “A little goes a long way, and it has a dewy texture that looks natural,” writes one satisfied IPSY user. With ingredients like collagen, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin E, this concealer gives you that hydrated look and feel too. It’s so comfortable, you’ll forget you’re wearing it. 

We Asked an Expert—Here’s How to Apply Under-Eye Concealer Like a Pro

Figuring out how to apply concealer takes some practice, but these techniques can help. Mitropoulos recommends using moisturizer and an eye cream prior to application, since that will help hydrate your skin and prevent your concealer from flaking or creasing. 

Once you’re ready to apply your concealer, start by dotting a small amount of product to the under-eye area closest to the nose. “I blend outward with a brush or sponge to spread the concealer evenly,” says Mitropoulos. She adds that, for extra coverage, you can let the concealer sit for a minute or two before blending. 

To avoid a cakey look, try applying your under-eye concealer after your foundation, so you’ll know just how much product to add. Apply your concealer in thin layers, and use a small brush or a makeup sponge to blend. When in doubt, remember that a little goes a long way: You can build your coverage easily, but adding too much product in the first place may require you to start over. “Depending on your skin type, you might want to use a smaller amount of product,” says Mitropoulos. “Full coverage foundation isn’t always necessary.” In fact, she recommends that those with dry or sensitive skin try building up coverage with a lighter formula. 

After blending in your concealer, use a damp sponge or a fluffy brush to apply a light layer of setting powder to make sure your look lasts. Avoid adding too much powder, since it’ll settle into skin and create a cakey finish. 

Tips for Choosing the Right Shade

When it comes to picking the right under-eye concealer shade, Mitropoulos says you’ll want to use a color that’s one to two shades lighter than your skin tone. “Concealers with slightly pink undertones are great for canceling out dark circles,” she adds. Avoid overly light shades, since those will call attention to your under-eye area rather than blend them in with the rest of your skin. 

Final Thoughts on Under-Eye Concealers

There are plenty of concealers out there, and finding the right one for your skin type and concerns may take a bit of trial and error. You’ll know you’ve found the one, however, when dark circles and puffiness disappear with ease (and without cracking or creasing). Use our curated list to figure out which under-eye concealer is your perfect match, and for more guidance, check out all of our concealer options.