The thing about dark circles is that no amount of eye cream will ever heal them for good. Eye creams can help (and so can a good night's sleep), but at the end of the day, dark circles aren't your fault—they're genetic. And hey, that's why concealer exists. The best under-eye concealers are the perfect balance of creamy and pigmented. They stay put all day (and night) but won't crease and settle into fine lines. It's no wonder why the concealers on this list have not only won dozens of awards, but also found their way into the makeup bags of nearly every celebrity, royal, and makeup artist. Ahead, shop the best under-eye concealers to fake a good night's sleep.
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Many makeup devotees will tell you this is the only under-eye concealer that matters. Lightweight, creamy, and ultra-radiant, this fan-favorite concealer from NARS covers dark circles instantly while still looking totally natural.
This creamy, full-coverage concealer makes skin truly glow, and it's pigmented enough to double as foundation too. We love packing it on vacation in lieu of both a concealer and foundation.
This waterproof concealer blurs and brightens in just one sweep, and the coverage lasts all day long without creasing. We reach for this when we know we're going to be photographed, videotaped, or appear on someone's IG story.
If you're a fan of Armani's culty Luminous Silk foundation, you need to try the concealer too. It hydrates for 24 hours while leaving the same imperceptible, skin-like finish.
Rumor has it that Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, recently wore this concealer, which helps reduce puffiness and hide tired eyes.
The undertone of Bobbi Brown's creamy concealer is designed to specifically mask and hide the purple and blue tones present in dark circles. No matter how tired you look, this concealer can handle it.
Pat McGrath's concealer is perfect if you prefer matte skin. The full-coverage formula is great for both under your eyes and hiding zits.
Arguably one of the most famous concealers of all time, the waterproof Shape Tape is beloved for its ability to cover anything and everything, while never creasing or highlighting imperfections.
We'd never recommend wearing concealer for 24 hours straight, but it's nice to know that this one from MAC won't settle, cake, or ghost you for a full day. Considering the coverage, we also love how lightweight this one feels.
Laura Mercier's iconic Secret Camouflage Concealer is perfect if you're particular about finding the exact right color for your skin. The two colors can be blended together to find your perfect tone, so you need only the tiniest bit of product to cover anything and everything.
A version of this article originally appeared in Harper's BAZAAR US