Dark under-eyes can be one of the trickiest areas to perfect with makeup. The instinct is often to apply more concealer, but more coverage doesn't always mean a better result. Too much product can emphasize texture, settle into fine lines, or leave the under-eye looking heavy.
A better approach is to work strategically: correct the darkness, add coverage only where needed, brighten, and set.
Here’s how to build an under-eye routine using Lumi Lift Concealer/The Concealer, Filter Effect Loose Powder, and Instant Blur Compact Powder by Samer Khouzami.
Step 1: Understand What Your Under-Eyes Need
Before applying concealer, look at the type of darkness you're trying to cover.
Some under-eyes need brightening, while others have stronger blue, purple, or brown-toned darkness that benefits from color correction first.
This is where choosing the right Lumi Lift shade becomes important. Instead of simply selecting the lightest concealer possible, choose a shade according to what you're trying to achieve.
Use a correcting shade when you need to neutralize visible darkness, and a brightening shade when you want to bring light to the under-eye area.
The goal is not to make the under-eye dramatically lighter than the rest of the complexion. It should look corrected, fresh, and naturally bright.
Step 2: Correct & Brighten
Once the darkness has been neutralized, use a brightening concealer shade strategically to bring light back to the area. You can use The Concealer or Lumi Lift Concealer based on your skin type and preference.
Concentrate the product where you actually need it and blend outward. Using less product makes it easier to maintain a smooth, lightweight-looking finish.
The technique: Correct first. Brighten second.
Step 3: Set with Filter Effect Loose Powder
Once you're satisfied with the coverage, setting becomes important.
Use Filter Effect Loose Powder to lightly set the under-eye and help keep your concealer in place.
The amount of powder matters. For everyday makeup, a light application may be all you need. If you're creating a more perfected or full-glam look, you can use a more generous application and a baking technique.
Pay particular attention to areas where concealer naturally tends to move or crease.
The objective is to set the makeup without making the under-eye look unnecessarily heavy or dry.
Step 4: Perfect with Instant Blur Compact Powder
For an additional soft-focus effect, Instant Blur Compact Powder can be used to perfect the area.
Its medium-to-full buildable coverage makes it particularly useful when you want a little more refinement after concealing and setting. Choose a lighter shade when using it to set and brighten, and apply it strategically rather than repeatedly layering it across the entire under-eye.
Because Instant Blur can also be used for touch-ups, it's a useful option later in the day when you want to refresh your complexion without rebuilding your makeup from the beginning.
The Order Matters
When dealing with noticeable under-eye darkness, think of your routine as four separate jobs:
Correct & Brighten
Neutralize darkness and strategically bring light to the under-eye.
Set
Secure your concealer and refine the finish.
Perfect
Add a final soft-focus effect, extra coverage where necessary, or use it later for touch-ups.
More Concealer Isn't Always the Answer
The secret to covering dark under-eyes isn't hiding them beneath one thick layer of concealer. It's understanding what each area needs and using different formulas for different purposes.
Correct before adding more coverage. Brighten strategically. Keep heavier coverage concentrated where you actually need it. And set with intention.