concealer

noun

con·​ceal·​er kən-ˈsē-lər How to pronounce concealer (audio)
1
: one that conceals
a concealer of the truth
2
: a cosmetic used to conceal blemishes or discoloration especially under the eyes

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Wait five minutes for them to completely dry, apply your concealer over top, and, finally, set the brows with a sheer loose powder. Sophia Panych, Allure, 20 May 2025 But with most makeup products falling under the 3.4 oz limit, including foundation and concealer, Barratt rarely encounters any difficulties when carrying out her full glam routine. Isabelle Rodney, CNN Money, 20 May 2025 The concealer is available in 22 shades, plus two additional hues of pale green and terracotta intended for color correction. Izzy Baskette, People.com, 6 May 2025 Tarte's tape technology softens the look of fine lines and wrinkles, and the crease-proof formula means this concealer won't cake under the eyes. Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for concealer

Word History

First Known Use

1514, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of concealer was in 1514

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“Concealer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/concealer. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.

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