How do you cover scars with makeup?

Aug 24, 2016

Grace N.

So I have some scars on my arms (I don't like talking about it much) that just won't go away. They never fade. Anyway, is there a way I could use makeup or something that could cover it all day during school and other activities? Thanks a bunch!

Aug 24, 2016

Alexis C.

Are they raised or is it just discoloration? There's really nothing you can do if they're raised/textured, unfortunately, but you can color correct and concealer any discoloration.

Aug 24, 2016

Grace N.

They are white and just straight lines. Some are purplish red outside with a white inside (like a purpley red ring around the white). What colors would I use?

Aug 24, 2016

Grace N.

None of them are raised.

Aug 24, 2016

Leuca S.

Even if they are not raised, it will be difficult to conceal if the texture is visibly different. A super pigmented concealer the same color as your skin is probably your best bet. Trying to overcompensate with something darker will just draw attention. Try visiting your local Sephora/Ulta to see if you can find something.

Aug 24, 2016

Grace N.

Okay, thank you Leuca!

Aug 24, 2016

Hannah S.

You can always buy colour correcting kits with greens and blues and oranges. Nyx do a good, cheap one, for a purple scar, use orange or yellow then blend before putting on foundation/concealer, when blended follow by putting on your foundation/concealer, that should make them blend in nicely.

Aug 24, 2016

Grace N.

Okay, thank you

Aug 24, 2016

Alexis C.

I agree with Hannah on the NYX color correcting palette. The yellow in that kit should neutralize the red and purple tones and then follow with a skin colored concealer. Make sure to powder it to help it last longer.

Aug 24, 2016

Grace N.

Thank you guys