concealer

noun

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

Examples of concealer in a Sentence

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Some cause pilling or prove too slippery for your concealer to adhere to. Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 19 Mar. 2026 Luckily, today’s affordable beauty is packed with countless high-shine glosses, dewy setting sprays, innovative concealers, and so much more—all of which deliver luxurious results without the luxury price tag. Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2026 Instead, Correa recommended adding concealer, such as YSL's Touche Éclat, which has an illuminating effect, to the upper and inner corners of the eye and the upper sides of the nose, then gently tapping the product into the skin with either your clean fingertips or a small makeup brush. Caroline Shannon Karasik, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026 As a guideline, mascaras should be tossed after three to six months, liquid eyeliner after three months, and liquid foundations and concealers after one year. Cody Godwin, USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026 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 27 Mar. 2026.

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