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Skip to content The ultimate guide to smooth, crease-free under eyes
There’s nothing more frustrating than spending time perfecting your concealer, only to glance in the mirror an hour later and see it settling into fine lines. Creased concealer can make the under-eye area look dry, heavy, and older than it really is — but the good news is, it’s completely fixable.
Whether you’re dealing with natural smile lines, dry skin, or makeup that just won’t stay put, here’s exactly why concealer creases and how to keep it smooth all day.
1. The Under-Eye Area Is Naturally Dry
The skin under your eyes is thinner and produces less oil than the rest of your face. Without enough hydration, concealer grips onto tiny lines and texture, making them more visible.
1. The Under-Eye Area Is Naturally Dry
The skin under your eyes is thinner and produces less oil than the rest of your face. Without enough hydration, concealer grips onto tiny lines and texture, making them more visible.
More concealer doesn’t mean more coverage — it usually means more creasing. Excess product has nowhere to go, so it settles into folds when you smile or blink.
Full-coverage or heavy matte concealers can look flawless at first, but they dry down quickly and lose flexibility. When your face moves, the product can crack and crease.
Concealer applied to bare, unprepped skin will always crease faster. Without hydration and a smoothing base, makeup clings unevenly.
Too much powder can make the under-eye look dry and crepey. Too little powder, and the concealer will slide into lines. Balance is key.
Hydration is non-negotiable. Use a lightweight eye cream that sinks in quickly and plumps fine lines without leaving residue.
Pro tip: Let it absorb for 1–2 minutes before applying concealer.
A tiny amount of hydrating or blurring primer can soften texture and give concealer something to grip onto.
Dot concealer only where darkness exists (usually inner corner and outer edge), then blend outward.
Look for words like:
“Hydrating”
“Serum concealer”
“Radiant finish”
“Crease-resistant”
Avoid ultra-dry matte formulas for the under-eye unless you have very oily skin.
A slightly damp beauty sponge presses product into the skin instead of letting it sit on top, reducing the chance of settling.
Use a tiny amount of finely milled loose powder only where creasing happens.
Technique:
Look up to stretch the under-eye
Lightly tap powder into creases
Press, don’t swipe
A light mist helps melt powders into the skin and keeps everything flexible throughout the day.
If your concealer has already creased:
Take a clean finger or sponge
Gently tap to smooth the line
Add the tiniest touch of powder
Re-mist with setting spray
Concealer creasing isn’t a flaw in your skin — it’s usually a prep or product issue. With the right hydration, lighter layers, and smart setting, you can keep your under-eye makeup looking smooth, fresh, and crease-free all day.
Perfect skin moves. Your makeup just needs to move with it. 💫
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