Colour correctors: The make-up arsenal brides didn't know they needed
Mix, match, and make up.
Dark circles can sometimes linger under our eyes like an unwanted guest, and they have a way of showing up at the most inopportune times—like right before your wedding day. Whether they’re a result of staying up late night or a hereditary gift, they need to be dealt with. But fear not, there’s a secret tool in the world of beauty that will save the day—colour correctors! These are a type of concealer with special pigments like red and yellow for hiding those pesky dark circles by neutralising their appearance. But the secret to making them work lies in the colour wheel.
Confused? Your colour-correcting bases come in an array of shades, each tailored to tackle specific skin concerns. These shades are derived from a colour wheel which is a fundamental tool to understand how colours interact with one another. Thus, you can accordingly cancel it out with the opposite shade on the wheel. To break it down for you, here’s how these colour-correcting bases work and how you can use them in your make-up routine, right before you apply your foundation and concealer.
Orange: An orange or peach-toned corrector is excellent for combating blue or purple undertones, making them an effective solution for concealing deep under-eye bags or veins.
Green: A green corrector is used to counteract redness, such as acne marks, blemishes, or even rosacea. Since green is opposite to red on the colour wheel, it helps minimise the appearance of redness.
Lavender: Directly opposite to yellow on the colour wheel, lavender correctors are particularly useful for brightening sallow or yellowish skin tones. They not only counteract dullness but also help in creating a more radiant complexion.
Yellow: These correctors are extremely versatile and can help cover a range of issues that include redness, mild under-eye dark circles, pigmented spots, and overall discolouration.
Pro tip: With colour correcting, less is more. Start with a small amount of product and gradually build it up if required. Also, avoid using colour correctors that are too oily.
Below are some of the best colour correctors to pick from for your bridal make-up vanity:
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Vanish Color Corrector (₹2,622)
Bobbi Brown Skin Corrector Stick (₹3,100)
Kay Beauty Colour Corrector Stick (₹725)
NYX Professional Makeup Conceal, Correct, Contour Palette - Color Correcting Concealer (₹1,195)
PIXI Correction Concentrate (₹1,190)