When it comes to must-have makeup, concealer is one product that many of us won't give up without a fight. It balances out your skin tone, it hides blemishes, and it helps reduce dark circles when you've been working (or partying) too hard. But it can come at a cost, with some high-performance concealers retailing at over £30 [1]. Luckily, if you're on a budget, there are some great affordable options too. Superdrug is always a brilliant place to visit for a bargain [2], and it offers a huge amount of choice, but concealer can be a trickier purchase. You need to get the tone and texture correct for your skin; otherwise, it'll be all anyone can see. Luckily, we're here to help. We've narrowed down the very best concealers you can buy at Superdrug, to make finding your perfect partner a little bit easier. The best news? They start at only £3!
E.L.F 16hr Camo Concealer
E.L.F 16hr Camo Concealer [3] (£5) claims to last for 16 hours. It's got a large doe-foot applicator for easy contouring and comes in 18 different shades.
Revolution Matte Base
If a matte look is your thing, Revolution Matte Base [4] (£3) is a total bargain. It comes in 24 shades, and you can apply it straight from the tube to spot-treat as a concealer, or as a full base if you want serious coverage.
Maybelline Fit Me Concealer
Maybelline Fit Me Concealer [5] (£6) is the company's first gel concealer. If you find other concealers too powdery and cakey, or only want light coverage, try this. It's got a wand applicator and comes in 15 shades.
B. Flawless Concealer Duo
Rather than a tube, the B. Flawless Concealer Duo [6] (£5) comes in a palette with two blendable shades. There are only six different options available in the range, but the ability to custom blend the two colours may help you to find your perfect shade.
Revolution Conceal and Define
Some makeup brands might be happy with a handful of shades, but Revolution is not that brand. The
Revolution Conceal and Define Concealer [7] (£5) comes in a whopping 50 shades.
Maybelline Instant Conceal Eraser
It took a while for Maybelline Instant Conceal Eraser [8] (£9) to become available in shades for black skin, but they expanded the shade range to 12 in 2018. You dab it on with the cushion sponge applicator.
Revolution Pro Full Cover Camouflage
For when you need some full-on coverage, opt for Revolution Pro Full Cover Camouflage [9] (£5). It comes in 18 shades, and you apply it with a tiny brush, which is great for precision.
L'Oreal True Match
L'Oreal True Match [10] (£8) only has 12 shades, but at least they do vary widely, rather than being different shades of "fair" and "ivory." It's enriched with caffeine, so over time, your dark circles should reduce.
L'Oreal Infallible Longwear More Than Concealer
There are 25 shades available for L'Oreal Infallible Longwear More Than Concealer [11] (£10), which gives a matte finish and has a large doe-foot applicator. Nice packaging, too.
NYX Professional Makeup Can't Stop Concealer
There are 24 highly pigmented hues to choose from with the NYX Professional Makeup Can't Stop Concealer [12] (£8), which means people will see your skin not your makeup. The wand brush allows for simple application, which they reckon lasts for 24 hours.
Revolution Fast Base Concealer
Dot and dab Revolution Fast Base Concealer [13] (£3) wherever you need it. The twist up applicator is ideal for superquick morning routines and touch-ups during the day. There are 16 shades in the range.
Revolution Conceal and Define
There are 18 shades in the Revolution Conceal and Define [14] (£4) arsenal. This one has a large doe-foot applicator for a fuller coverage.
Rimmel Match Perfection Concealer
Rimmel Match Perfection Concealer [15] (£4) only comes in six shades, but that's because it magically adapts to your skin tone. It comes with a built-in brush for easy application on the go.