Professional makeup artists rely on colour theory to erase discolouration before concealer even touches the skin. Once you understand the colour wheel, correcting dark circles and redness becomes simple.
The Colour Wheel Rule
Opposite colours cancel each other out. That single principle is the foundation of colour correcting: choose the shade opposite your unwanted tone to neutralise it.
Correcting Dark Circles
Bluish and purple under-eye shadows are cancelled by warm tones. Peach suits lighter skin, while orange and red-orange neutralise deeper circles on medium to deep skin.
Correcting Redness
- Green cancels red, calming blemishes and irritation
- Use it sparingly and only where redness shows
- Blend well so no green peeks through
Application Tips
Apply correctors in thin layers, only where needed, then follow with a light concealer matched to your skin. Less is more; too much product looks heavy and draws attention rather than hiding it.
The Takeaway
Colour correcting is a small step with a big payoff. Master the colour wheel, place warm tones under the eyes and green on redness, and you will neutralise discolouration like a pro.
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