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Japanese concealers come in various forms to cater to different preferences and needs. For example, liquid concealer is ideal for achieving a natural finish and is easy to blend, whilst stick concealers allow for more targeted application on specific blemishes. You’ll also find other forms of foundations such as creams and powders, along with color correction concealers are designed to address specific concerns like redness.
One of the main differences between Japanese and Western concealers is that Japanese concealers often also incorporate skincare elements into their products such as sun care or moisturizing ingredients.
In this article, we’ll explore some of the best Japanese concealers for your specific needs, from covering pores and blemishes to reducing redness and hiding dark circles under the eyes!
How we decided
- Flawless CoverageConcealers hide pores, blemishes, dark circles, or redness with natural, buildable finish.
- Skin-Nourishing CareFormulas include moisturizers like hyaluronic acid, jojoba oil, or royal jelly for hydration.
- Daily Sun DefenseProducts offer SPF protection from SPF25 to SPF50+ against harmful UV rays.
- Japanese InnovationSelections blend seamless blending, waterproof wear, or color correction from trusted brands.
Best Concealer With Built-In Sun Protection
Transino UV Concealer Moisturizing Waterproof Concealer SPF50+ PA++++
Transino UV Concealer is a multifunctional stick concealer providing moisturizing and nourishing skin properties that offer powerful protection against UV rays with SPF50+ PA++++.
Available in a natural beige color, this concealer is also waterproof and resistant to sweat and sebum, making it more likely to last longer throughout the day. This concealer can also be used on more sensitive skin as it is perfume-free and allergy-tested.
Pros
- High SPF50+ PA++++
- Waterproof long-lasting wear
- Undergone allergy testing
- Fragrance-free
Cons
- Small 2.5g size
- No moisturizing effect
Best Concealer For Color Blending
Canmake Color Mixing Concealer Light Beige SPF50 3.9g
This concealer palette contains three different shades of concealer designed to address various skin imperfections. Additionally, this palette provides a dedicated space for color blending, allowing you to create your perfect match for a seamless and personalized finish.
The Canmake concealer has a lightweight texture that effortlessly glides onto the skin for a natural, undetectable finish and comes equipped with a handy brush for precise application.
This concealer also provides sun protection of SPF50, PA++++, and is infused with moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid.
In addition to this light beige shade, this product is also available in a natural beige color.
Pros
- 3 colors customizable blend
- SPF50 PA++++ UV defense
- Comes with a brush
- Fragrance & preservative free
Cons
- Mixing space small
Best Powder Concealer
Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Gloss Film Foundation Powder Concealer SPF30 PA+++
Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Gloss Film Foundation gives your skin a glossy and smooth finish and is designed to minimize pores and even skin tone. Despite being a powder type concealer, it does not have a cakey feel or finish, and contains seven moisturizing ingredients to hydrate the skin.
The Maifanshi powder concealer is available in six different shades to address various skin concerns. For example, the pink-tone colors help to remove dullness, the ocher-tone colors help to obtain a natural finish, and the beige color helps to reduce redness.
This product is also formulated with sun protection of SPF30, PA+++ to protect skin from harmful UV rays.
You can also purchase the Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Gloss Film Foundation Powder Concealer Case separately which comes with a handy mirror inside for makeup fixes on the go.
Pros
- Gloss powder minimizes pores
- Natural moisture no cakey
- SPF30 PA+++ daily protect
Cons
- Needs exclusive case
- Hard to pick from 6 colors
Best Concealer For Covering Pores
Cezanne Clear Poreless Concealer for Smooth Skin
Cezanne Clear Poreless Concealer for Smooth Skin is a unique Japanese concealer featuring an unevenness correction ingredient that seamlessly blends into your pores upon application, delivering smooth coverage for a flawless-looking complexion.
The lightweight concealer is designed as a clear cream and provides a natural feel and finish. This concealer also prevents shine and makeup fading due to sebum and comes in a convenient diagonal cut tube for easy application.
Pros
- HA ceramide hydrate deep
- Pore fill seamless airbrush
- Fragrance & alcohol free
- No mineral oils & dyes
Cons
- Apply before base makeup
Best Premium Concealer
Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Moisture Concealer
Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Moisture Concealer is a three-color concealer palette that has a soft, hydrating texture with moisturizing effects. Thanks to the presence of various botanical ingredients such as jojoba seed oil and royal jelly, this product won’t dry out your skin.
In many cases, the parts of your face that have spots, freckles, pores, color unevenness, and so on, are often more delicate than other parts of your skin. As a result, using the wrong concealer may cause damage to your skin; however, this concealer is designed to minimize these risks.
This concealer does not include fragrances, colorants, petroleum-based mineral oils, or paraben.
Pros
- Botanical oils hydrate soft
- 3 colors cover spots pores
- Comes with a brush
- Fragrance ＆ paraben free
Cons
- No Mixing space
Best Waterproof Concealer
Canmake Cover & Stretch Concealer UV
This liquid concealer from Canmake covers spots and it is available in different shades including natural beige and light beige. This product also contains UV protection of SPF 25 PA++ and comes with a wand for precise application.
The natural beige color is best for covering freckles, spots and acne scarring, whilst the light beige is more suited to covering dark circles around the eyes, dullness and redness, giving you extra definition and skin that looks just a little bit brighter.
This concealer also has a light-diffusing effect that covers pigmentation irregularities, pores, and fine lines, preventing your make-up from running or creasing. Its formulation is resistant to water, sweat, controlling stickiness, shininess, and dullness, for make-up that stays looking great all day long.
Pros
- Waterproof smudge-free hold
- SPF25 PA++ UV cut
- Liquid types
Cons
- Hard to pick from 3 colors
Best Concealer For Dark Under-Eye Circles
Visee Red Trick 2-Step Eye Concealer
Visee Red Trick 2-Step Eye Concealer is an innovative Japanese concealer that offers thorough coverage in just two simple steps, ensuring a seamless and natural look.
Designed to tackle dark circles around the eyes, this concealer softens and covers dark circles, providing specialized care for the delicate eye area. The thin film of this concealer provides a natural finish without appearing thick or cakey, ensuring long-lasting coverage.
This concealer also contains moisturizing beauty serum to protect the delicate under-eye area and is free from fragrance.
Pros
- Red beige corrects circles
- Thin film natural long wear
- Moisture serum eye protect
- Fragrance-free
Cons
- Available in one color
- Not come with a brush
Best Color Correcting Concealer
Koh Gen Do Color Concealing Makeup Base SPF25 PA++
This high-performance primer is designed to correct and illuminate your skin before your foundation is applied. The velvety cream glides onto the skin, leaving behind a thin veil of translucent color that brightens dullness, counteracts discoloration, and blurs pores and lines. It performs three roles of UV protection (SPF25/PA++), makeup base, and color-correcting concealer.
Additionally, this makeup base contains skin hydration and aging care formulas to provide long-lasting moisturization benefits.
This product is available in four different color tones: pearl white, lavender pink, yellow, and green. The pearl white provides a lifting effect and is best suited for fair to medium-light skin tones, whilst the yellow reduces dark spots and discoloration. The green color reduces the appearance of redness caused by rosacea and irritation, and the lavender pink helps to give dull skin a brightening boost.
Pros
- Correct unevenness
- SPF25 PA++ base protect
- Hydration aging care moist
Cons
- Use before concealer
- Low coverage concealer
Best Stick Concealer
Kate Full Coverage Concealer Stick Light Beige
This stick concealer effectively hides acne scars, spots, and freckles without sticking to the skin. It can also be used to conceal age spots and dark circles under the eyes, providing excellent coverage without weighing down your makeup. Its formula also contains special conditioning agents that moisturize the skin, has a creamy texture and is easy to blend.
Pros
- Tight adhere full cover
- Smooth even natural blend
- Fragrance & alcohol free
Cons
- Don't twist up too much
- No UV protection
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