16 Best Natural & Organic Concealers To Consider

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Last updated on: 09/21/2021 at 8:39 am

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Best Organic Concealer

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Concealers are one of the most important foundations in any makeup routine (no pun intended). They cover bumps and blemishes, correct discoloration, diminish age spots, and shrink the appearance of large pores. If you’re looking for a flawless finish, then concealer should be in your makeup arsenal.

 

Some concealers are intended to be used anywhere you need spot coverage. Other concealers are specifically designed for use under your eyes. Regardless of where exactly you’re using it, anything that’s intended for long wear on your delicate facial skin should never be formulated with harsh or toxic ingredients. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case.

 

Concealers tend to be formulated with chemical color additives, preservatives, and other potentially harmful chemicals that are used for pigmentation, texture, and to extend shelf life. Many, if not most, of those chemicals, aren’t good for your skin, your body as a whole, or your health in general.

 

Switching to an organic concealer all but solves this issue. Organic concealers don’t contain the chemical ingredients that negatively impact your skin and your health. Instead, these concealers provide all the coverage you need along with the nourishing properties of ingredients like essential oils, nut butters, fruits and vegetables, herbs, and all kinds of items from mother nature’s bounty.

 

CONCEALER VS FOUNDATION: WHAT’S THE DIF?

Aren’t concealer and foundation basically the same thing? Not quite. Concealers and foundations are both color-correcting cosmetics, but that’s where the similarities stop.

 

Foundation is the second step of your makeup routine after applying primer. It creates a uniform skin tone and, as such, it’s applied all over the face.

 

A concealer is the third step of your makeup routine, following foundation. It’s used as more of a spot-coverage for red spots, dark circles, and other imperfections. Concealer is thicker and generally highly pigmented.

 

But the function of a concealer actually goes beyond its covering effects. Without a proper concealer, your other makeup won’t stick as well. For example, most eyeshadow is formulated to go on top of buildable concealers, rather than directly on the skin where it can run and will definitely fade as the day or night wears on.

 

BEST NATURAL AND ORGANIC CONCEALERS 

We’ve put together a list of the best natural organic concealers on the market that do their best to avoid those toxic ingredients:

 

Ilia True Skin Serum Concealer $30

ILIA True Skin Serum Concealer is, as the name suggests, one part concealer, one part serum. It provides medium coverage over spots and under the eyes and it never cakes or creases. That’s partly due to the serum half of the formula, which is bursting with nourishing ingredients like stabilized vitamin C for brightening and Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract which smooths and delivers antioxidants. Available in 20 shades, ILIA offers a live chat with their clean beauty experts to find the exact shade that works for you.

 


Hynt Beauty Duet Perfecting Concealer Hynt Beauty Duet Perfecting Concealer $24

Hynt Beauty’s extremely popular Duet Perfecting Concealer may be lightweight but combats both color correction and provides full coverage for concerns like acne marks, discoloration and dark circles under the eyes. Formulated with nourishing Avocado Oil and soothing Aloe Vera extract the dual purpose miracle comes in a range of 6 skin tones.

 


 

W3LL PEOPLE Bio Correct Multi-Action Concealer $22.99

Made specifically for use as an under-eye concealer that will cover dark circles as well as any age spots or hyperpigmentation, this all-natural concealer comes in 4 shades and is suitable for fair to medium dark skin tone and everything in between. This is a high performing concealer that not only hides imperfections but is also formulated with anti-aging ingredients like peptides that will plump and revitalize your skin.

 


Hush + Dotti Natural Concealer Hush + Dotti Organic Concealer $26

Looking for something a little more lightweight consider Hush + Dotti’s  Organic Concealer that comes in 8 different shades for a variety of skin tones. Through a combination of plant-based oils like rich coconut oil and jojoba oil with antioxidants like Vitamin E the formula provides deep moisture for the skin.  Other key benefits include the concealer being sans gluten, vegan as well as free of known skin irritants like parabens and sulfates.

 


 

Kosas Revealer Super Creamy + Brightening Concealer And Daytime Eye Cream

Kosas Revealer Super Creamy + Brightening Concealer and Daytime Eye Cream $28

Another concealer that could double as a skincare product, Kosas Brightening Concealer and Daytime Eye Cream not only covers blemishes and dark spots, it also helps treat them. It’s formulated with stimulating caffeine, collagen-stimulating pink algae, plumping peptides, and hyper hydrating hyaluronic acid. Choose from 28 shades that range from very light to rich and deep.

 


 

RMS Beauty "Un" Cover-Up

RMS Beauty “Un” cover Up $36

Available in seven different tones, this popular concealer is ideal for use under the eyes but can also be used as a spot treatment on acne scars, age spots and blemishes thanks to its ability to cover up all kinds of complexion imperfections. Formulated with jojoba and coconut oils, it goes on light and never feels dry or heavy but it is 100% buildable for those days where you got a little less sleep and a little extra makeup is needed. For some extra anti-aging benefits, the vitamin E in this concealer will minimize pores and protect your skin.

 


 

Fitglow Conceal+

Fitglow Conceal+ $42

If you’re looking for an organic concealer that goes the extra mile in terms of its skin-beneficial properties then look no further than FitGlow’s plant-based Conceal Plus.  Key ingredients in this cruelty-free formula include replenishing  Grape Seed oil and antioxidants like Green Tea and Licorice Root Extract. The rich texture blends easily to provide stronger coverage as needed.

 


 

jane iredale Enlighten ConcealerJane Iredale Enlighten Concealer $29

If hyperpigmentation is your biggest concern, this concealer is designed with age spots and other discoloring free radical damage at top of mind. Using a powerful and complex blend of licorice extract, arbutin and vitamin C, Jane Iredale has created a concealer that works to lighten any hyperpigmentation in your complexion and fade discoloration, whether they be in the form of age spots or acne scars. For an even more radiant complexion, antioxidants like green tea protect your skin from any further free radical damage while moringa oil ensures your skin is nourished and hydrated.

If you’re looking to target under eyes circles consider Jane Iredale’s Circle Delete ($32) that not only conceals but also conditions.

 


 

Westman Atelier Vital Skin Concealer & Foundation Stick

Westman Atelier Vital Concealer & Foundation Stick $68

In 21 shades, you’re sure to find the perfect match for your skin tone with Westman Atelier’s high-end natural concealer. As a color-correcting cosmetic, this foundation stick is buildable and provides medium to full coverage for redness and uneven skin tone. But as a skincare item, it contains moisturizing squalene, antibacterial phytosphingosine, youth-preserving Berryflux Vita, and protecting camellia seed oil. Plant-powered and vegan, this high-performance foundation is among our faves.

 


 

Glo Skin Beauty Under Eye ConcealerGlow Skin Beauty Under Eye Concealer $32

Acne and acne scars can be difficult to cover up but this highly pigmented, oil-free formula does exactly that (and all without oil or other ingredients that will just make your breakouts worse). With two expertly picked, made-to-match shades in one compact (that comes in 3 color tones), you can blend away to cover blemishes, scars, whiteheads as well as those dark circles that we all occasionally suffer from. This gentle formula is made for sensitive skin that’s prone to blemishes and breakouts, but it’s also gentle on our furry friends because it’s absolutely cruelty-free.

 


 

100% Pure Fruit Pigmented 2nd Skin Concealer $26

Our animal-conscious friends love all things 100% Pure Fruit because they are not only certified cruelty-free but also totally cool for vegans! This creamy blend of fruit pigments conceal without completely covering so it’s great for use on minor imperfections and seamlessly mingling with your skin tone, but it’s also buildable for the times when you need more coverage. Available in four tones ranging from fair to medium, it’s also formulated with nourishing items like rosehip oil and protective antioxidants such as green tea and green coffee.

 


 

 

Alima Pure Cream ConcealerAlima Pure Cream Concealer $28

Not only does Alima Pure’s fragrance-free concealer provide seamless full coverage for a variety of skin concerns (redness, hyperpigmentation, dark circles and more)  but it also comes in 9 shades (light to dark and everything in-between).  The easy-to-apply buttery formula combines skin-beneficial ingredients like avocado oil, shea butter and Vitamin E in order to protect as it camouflages.

 


 

 

Juice Beauty PHYTO-PIGMENTS Sheer Lip Gloss

Juice Beauty Phtyo-Pigments Perfecting Concealer $25

This buildable, crease-free concealer is highly pigmented and provides medium to full coverage of imperfections like dark circles, discoloration and age spots – all without settling into fine lines. In fact, while covering imperfections that already exist, this concealer uses both natural and organic anti-aging ingredients like vitamins C and E to protect and stave away any further damage to your skin.  Coming in five shades, the creamy concealer can be applied directly to skin and, if warmed, it works even better.

 


 

 

Sappho New Paradigm ConcealerSappho New Paradigm Organic Concealer $32

Check out Sapho New Paradigm’s highly pigmented oranic concealer that comes in five shades (fair to dark). Key ingredient highlights of this cruelty-free formula include plant extracts like soothing Chamomile extract and brightening Licorice Extract as well as nourishing plant oils (Argan & Coconut).

 


 

Saint Cosmetics On The Go Concealer

Saint Cosmetics On The Go Perfecting Concealer $32

Saint Cosmetics products are formulated with sensitive skin in mind. Their concealer can smooth and soothe even the most sensitive of skin. It’s formulated with plant-based actives such as rosehip oil and kakadu plum, which both brighten and moisturize in the gentlest way possible. Available in 12 shades, the on-the-go design is convenient and compact.  

 


clove + hallow conceal + correct

Clove + Hallow Conceal & Correct $20

For medium-to-full coverage in liquid form, try this creamy and lightweight concealer. It looks and feels like its melting into the skin to cover dark circles, blemishes, and redness – and it’s super easy to apply with the doe foot applicator. Use as you would use any concealer or purchase it in a shade lighter or darker to highlight and contour.

 

Check out our in-depth guide to explore the best organic face makeup inclusive of blush, foundations and more.

 

WHY GO ORGANIC AND NATURAL WITH YOUR CONCEALER?

Here are a few problematic types of ingredients that are often found in non-clean concealer formulas.

PARABENS

Ever-present on our lists of bad ingredients, the toxic nature of parabens is no secret in the cosmetic industry and yet they continue to be used to extend the shelf life of our everyday makeup items. Parabens can cause skin irritations, contact dermatitis as well as rosacea in individuals that have paraben allergies. More concerning is their effect on hormones: parabens mimic estrogen, which is associated with an increased risk of breast cancer.

 

PHTHALATES

Equally as harmful and as common as parabens, phthalates are used in hundreds of cosmetics to increase the softness and flexibility of cream-based products. Many concealers are found in rich, creamy textures, so they tend to be one of the more dangerous when it comes to containing phthalates. These endocrine-disrupting chemicals have been linked to breast cancer as well as early breast development in girls (meaning they affect our natural hormones). There is also evidence to suggest that phthalates can cause reproductive birth defects in both males and females. You likely won’t find these listed on an ingredient list as they are often hidden under the blanket term ‘fragrance’.

 

PETROLEUM/PARAFFIN/MINERAL OIL

All three of these ingredients are petrochemical pollutants that are derived from crude oil – bad for your body and bad for the world you live in. These chemicals can fall under the term “natural” because they are technically derived from natural sources – though that doesn’t make them safe. Used to create a barrier against the skin to make it feel slick and easy to build on, they don’t allow the skin to breathe (an essential element of your skin functioning properly). In the long term, the use of these ingredients can decrease the skin’s ability to function properly in terms of cell development and regeneration. It can lead to premature aging of the skin as well as conditions such as contact dermatitis.

 

CYCLOMETHICONE AND DIMETHICONE

These ingredients as well as anything ending in -siloxane are endocrine disruptors that have toxic effects on your reproductive and immune systems. There is evidence that they bio-accumulate in aquatic organisms, too. What does that mean for you? By using these ingredients we are not only harming the ocean but also increasing the risk of serious long-term health effects as these compounds build up in our bodies where there’s no way to rid of them.

 

PEG COMPOUNDS

Another group of petroleum-derived ingredients, these compounds are used for thickening, softening and gelatinizing cosmetics like concealer so that they glide on smooth and even. PEG compounds themselves are harmful to the environment because of the way they are extracted and they are often contaminated with ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane. Both are carcinogenic and the former can also harm the nervous system and human development.

 

BUTYLATED HYDROXYANISOLE (BHA)

Banned in Europe due to its endocrine-disrupting properties, BHA is also listed as a possible carcinogen in the United States (but has not, as of yet, been banned). It’s typically used as a preservative and may also be bio-accumulative, so we can’t be sure of its effects over long-term use.

 

FINAL THOUGHTS

As the base of your whole makeup routine and something most of us use on the daily, concealer should be one of your top priorities when making the switch from conventional to natural and organic. Natural and organic concealers offer all of the coverage you get from any other big brand product but with healthy and safe ingredients. What’s more, they are often formulated with additional skin-beneficial ingredients so they work double duty on the visible signs of aging, hydration as well as restoring complexion and radiance.

 

Published on: 10/11/2017 Last updated on: 09/21/2021

Trish Keatings is Lead Writer at The Youthist since 2018. Her writing career began after graduating from the University of Saskatchewan with a Master of Arts Degree, where she focused on Political Studies. Trish is currently traveling the world and fills her free hours with yoga, meditation, wellness workshops, and eating her way through new cuisines. With a passion for all things beauty and skin, she is particularly inspired by holistic and ayurvedic approaches to health and personal care. A student of these philosophies herself, she enthusiastically explores her passions through her writing and finds no greater joy than taking her readers along with her.

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