Whether the goal is to blur fine lines, improve skin texture, disguise the appearance of dark circles or simply create the illusion of a full eight hours sleep, finding the right concealer gets a little more difficult if you’re also dealing with dry under-eye skin. The area already moves a lot, so folks with dry skin (or mature skin, in perimenopause, menopause or post-menopause) may experience looser, crepey and more delicate texture around the eyes that exacerbates the look of wrinkles and can cause concealer to patch, clump and crease. Luckily, hydrating concealers exist—if you know where to look. With so many options—all with different ingredients, textures, coverage types and finishes—we combed through shoppers’ fervent reviews on which formulas really keep dry under-eyes hydrated and smooth while also brightening and concealing redness and dark circles.
10 Hydrating Concealers Shoppers Rave About
Key Ingredients
Tremella Mushroom, Cica and Green Tea
Coverage and Finish
Medium coverage, Natural finish
Promising Review
“It’s somehow thin and serum-like and still somehow has such good coverage????? I have dry skin and this is perfect for my undereye, so much better than my more expensive concealers which I have returned!”
Key Ingredients
Beeswax, Microcrystalline Wax, Avocado Oil, Jojoba Oil, Mineral Pigments and Microspheres
Coverage and Finish
Medium coverage, Radiant finish
Promising Review
“I have super dry skin and this is a perfect dewy formula. Not too heavy, and perfect smooth coverage. Best if you’re going for a more natural look, but definitely buildable and comfortable on the skin.”
Key Ingredients
Caffeine, Pink Algae Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Peptides, Arnica and Panthenol
Coverage and Finish
Medium coverage, Radiant finish
Promising Review
“This is actually one of my favorite products. I have severely dry skin and this is a really creamy concealer with decent coverage that doesn’t cling to my dry spots or settle into creases.”
Key Ingredients
Hyaluronic Acid, Peptides and Ceramides
Coverage and Finish
Medium coverage, Natural finish
Promising Review
“I love this serum concealer because I don’t have to use extra moisturizer under my eyes. It truly is an all in one for me, it color corrects, conceals and moisturizes. This is great for anyone with dry or mature skin like me.”
Key Ingredients
Olive-Derived Squalane, Plant-Derived Glycerin, Tomato Extract and Cucumber Extract
Coverage and Finish
Light coverage, Radiant finish
Promising Review
“I am in love with this concealer!! I have very dry under eyes and no matter how much prep I did everything was still dry and flakey. But that completely changed after this concealer!! It’s so lightweight and buildable, I applied multiple layers and it didn’t get cakey! I like blending this with my figure so I can get the most coverage, it’s not full coverage but I prefer lighter coverage anyways. Plus, it’s so brightening! I see a noticeable difference when I use this, it’s my new go-to!”
Key Ingredients
Gentian Root, Coffee Leaf Extract, Licorice Root, Hyaluronic Acid, Peptides
Coverage and Finish
Medium coverage, Natural finish
Promising Review
“I’ve tried a LOT of concealers on my dry combination skin and I am convinced this is the best on the market. It’s moisturizing, doesn’t crease and provides lovely coverage.”
Key Ingredients
Maracuja Oil, Cloudberry, Bakuchiol, Niacinamide and Caffeine
Coverage and Finish
Full coverage, Natural finish
Promising Review
“This concealer is absolutely 5 stars for me! The creamy formula provides excellent coverage without needing to use much at all, and it lasts all day long. At 52, I have fine lines around my eyes, but this concealer works like magic—it blurs those lines beautifully without settling or creasing. The finish is smooth and natural, leaving my skin looking flawless. It’s rare to find a product that performs this well, especially on mature skin, and I’m beyond impressed.”
Key Ingredients
Organic Jojoba Oil, Castor Seed Oil and Organic Cocoa Seed Butter
Coverage and Finish
Light coverage, Natural finish
Promising Review
“This concealer feels so creamy and hydrating to the skin, it is so easy and foolproof, instantly providing natural coverage and giving a lifted look to the skin.”
Key Ingredients
Hydro-Lipid Matrix, Paracress Extract, Green Tea and Cacao Extract
Coverage and Finish
Medium coverage, Natural finish
Promising Review
“I think I can say that this is probably the BEST concealer I’ve ever used. I’m almost 40, I have dark purple/blue genetic under eye circles and this is ONLY thing that works! I have sensitive skin prone to milia and dryness. The best part is, this concealer is so thin in consistency (but super pigmented!) it looks like skin. I use shade 2C1 as a corrector/concealer. It’s the perfect peach color. It’s buildable, so if you need more, wait a seconds and apply more! Keep in mind a little goes a LONG WAY. I hope this NEVER gets discontinued.”
Key Ingredients
Intense Vanilla Planifolia Water, Cedar Extract and Light-Reflecting Particles
Coverage and Finish
Light coverage, Radiant finish
Promising Review
“This concealer is everything that people have said: it covers without looking cakey, it doesn’t crease, it is smooth, and a little goes a very long way. It is the first concealer I’ve ever liked, and I’ve tried a lot of them. This little jar will last for a very long time, and, like most Chanel products, is both luxurious and effective.”
