The Ultimate Guide To NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer Shades
Ask any beauty buff to name their favourite concealers and, chances are, the NARS' Radiant Creamy Concealer will be at the top of their list. Professional make up artists, beauty editors and make up junkies everywhere are simply obsessed with this dreamy concealer because of its luxurious texture and luminous finish, not to mention its super-hydrating benefits.
Whether you're camouflaging dark circles, battling blemishes, hiding stubborn spots or simply evening out your skin tone, this lightweight, long-wearing, crease-proof concealer is the perfect option. It comes in a whopping 30 versatile shades which each offer medium-to-high buildable coverage, so each and every one of you will find a shade that perfectly suits your skin tone (and undertone).
Wondering which shade is right for you? We’ve created this NARS concealer shade finder to help you find the perfect match. We’ve categorised the shades by skin tone and undertone, so scroll on down to discover the one that’s right for you.
(Pssst - scroll on down for FAQs answered by our very own Cult Concierge expert Syhem.)
But first of all…
HERE’S A QUICK RECAP ON HOW TO FIGURE OUT YOUR UNDERTONE
You have a cool undertone if:
- Your skin has a slight pink or blue tint to it
- Your veins look blue in natural light
- Silver jewellery tends to look best on you
You have a warm undertone if:
- Your skin has a slight yellow tint, which could be described as peachy, golden or olive
- Your veins look green in natural light
- Gold jewellery typically looks best on you
You have a neutral undertone if:
- Your skin has an equal balance of pink/blue and yellow
- Your veins look a combination of blue and green in natural light
- Both silver and gold jewellery looks good on you (you lucky thing)
NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER FOUNDATION SHADES
Keep scrolling for a breakdown of NARS concealer shades based on skin tone and undertone, complete with NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer swatches for you to compare against your skin.
NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER SHADES FOR FAIR SKIN
Fair skin with cool undertones
- Affogato
Fair skin with neutral undertones
- Chantilly
- Vanilla
NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER SHADES FOR LIGHT SKIN
Light skin with cool undertones
- Crème Brûlée
- Honey
Light skin with warm undertones
- Nougatine
- Cannelle
- Café Con Leche
- Marron glacé
Light skin with neutral undertones
- Madeleine
- Café au Lait
NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER SHADES FOR MEDIUM SKIN
Medium skin with cool undertones
- Crema Catalana
- Toffee
Medium skin with warm undertones
- Macadamia
- Ginger
- Praline
- Biscuit
- Sucre d’Orge
- Caramel
Medium skin with neutral undertones
- Custard
- Tiramisu
NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER SHADES FOR MEDIUM DEEP SKIN
Medium deep skin with cool undertones
- Chestnut
- Hazelnut
Medium deep skin with warm undertones
- Walnut
- Truffle
- Chocolat
Medium deep skin with neutral undertones
- Amande
- Café
NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER SHADES FOR DEEP SKIN
Deep skin with warm undertones
- Cacao
Deep skin with neutral undertones
- Dark Coffee
NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER FAQS
Cult Concierge expert Syhem is on hand to answer your frequently asked questions about NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer…
IS NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER GOOD FOR MATURE SKIN?
Yes! It uses a light-diffusing technology that blurs lines and wrinkles, so it’s great for mature skin. I would always recommend prepping the area with a hydrating base, especially for those with a drier skin type.
IS NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER GOOD FOR UNDER EYES?
Yes, it’s ideal for the under-eye area as it brightens and stays in place without creasing, and it is Ophthalmologist tested too.
HOW LONG DOES NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER LAST?
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer delivers long-lasting, 16-hour wear.
IS NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER NON COMEDOGENIC?
Yes! It's also dermatologically tested and great for all skin types.
CAN YOU WEAR NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER WITHOUT FOUNDATION?
Absolutely! It can be used on its own if you just need a little bit of coverage to conceal a spot, some under-eye brightening, or to brighten the centre of the face to even things out and look put together in a flash. The formula blends seamlessly into the skin and, although it's a great team player with other formulas, it works just as well on its own.
HOW TO APPLY NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER
After completing your morning skin care routine (applying SPF as your final step), your concealer can then be applied however you prefer, whether that’s with your fingers, a sponge, a concealer brush or just by using the applicator. You’ll get the most coverage by applying it directly from the applicator and gently blending using a sponge and patting motions, and a lighter, more diffused one by using a super-fluffy concealer brush.
One thing to keep in mind is that it’s best to work very fast or on one area at a time because it dries very quickly. Finish by setting it with powder using a gentle pressing motion to lock it in place.
HOW TO WEAR NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER
To achieve the highest level of coverage, use it on top of foundation to conceal spots, pigmentation and scarring, and to brighten the under-eye area. You can use two shades lighter than your concealer to highlight and two shades darker to sculpt - pick one with a warm undertone to bronze and one with a cool undertone to contour. It's also very handy for cleaning up any booboos like a rebellious cat-eye (using an angled brush) or to create a negative space in a creative eye look!
