Can you use blush to hide shadows under the eyes?

The Dark Circles Under Eyes hack? What's new. But can you use blush instead of concealer to cover them?

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Theory suggests that certain (rather unexpected) colors can be used to offset others, and in this For example, dark blue circles under the eyes can be toned down by applying a reddish concealer. The method is quite simple. Apply a cream blush in a red/coral shade to the darkest areas, then use your usual concealer on top.

I used Live Tinted Huestick in Rise, created by Deepica Mutyala, a South Asian businesswoman who went viral in 2015 after using red lipstick to conceal her dark circles. But those with more purple shadows might find a yellow-based concealer better, and those with redness should try something with a more green tint.

The verdict I find the idea that we “have” to correct each natural imperfection of the skin a little wearisome. And it's worth noting that in France, concealing dark circles isn't really a thing in makeup routines - there it's almost a badge of honor, suggesting you've been up all night. But does it work? Yes.