Paula Dorf • Total Camouflage • Concealers

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classicfilmbroad on 10/22/2011 4:05:00 PM more reviews by classicfilmbroad

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brown, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Green    

Finally, the search for the perfect concealer is over! I love this stuff. I ordered it after a friend recommended Paula Dorf products to me. Neither my local Sephora nor my closest Ulta carries her products, so I bought it from beauty.com on a complete whim. I ordered it in Sand/Nude which is a perfect color for my porcelain skin. My understanding is that you can layer the more yellow-based color over the peach-based color. However, I don't typically layer as I find that the peachy color works wonders for ridding my face of dark undereye circkles, while the yellowish tone is great at covering up blemishes. I apply this with a brush, although I suppose you could apply with your fingers as well. The product provides good, long-lasting coverage. I have wrinkles under my left eye as that is the side that I sleep on, and this is the first concealer I have ever used that did not crease in the wrinkles. Amazing stuff. Not cheap, but I believe it will last along time.

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pineappleprincess on 10/19/2011 4:04:00 PM more reviews by pineappleprincess

Age: 30-35   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

This has a similar consistency to Benefit's Erase paste - but it comes with two colours. Works wonders on dark circles and the shadows around my mouth and nose. Bought this off ebeauty.ca and am happy with my purchase. I bought the Shell/Almond shade. Having two shades is extremely convenient, especially going through the winter/summer seasons. I'd highly recommend it!

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*TOP REVIEWER* underage on 8/20/2011 12:54:00 AM more reviews by underage

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Blond, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Blue    

Great concealer! I never put much thought into concealers. I don't have acne so I only use concealer under my eyes. I've been faithful to my Benefit Erase Paste for many years but since I have aged a little (21 y.o) the Erase Paste isn't cutting it anymore. This concealer is creamy and long lasting. I use the darker peachy color to conceal my dark purple shadows and then place the lighter color over to brighten! This made a huge difference and it didn't settle into my fine lines like the Erase Paste was starting to! I'm surprised this worked out for me because I usually only buy things after reading reviews but I picked this up on a whim at Ulta. The packaging is a pain but not awful. I own it in Sand/Nude and I have fair skin. I would repurchase again :)

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terrorteensuperstar on 6/4/2011 10:17:00 PM more reviews by terrorteensuperstar

Age: 19-24   Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I like this concealer. I recently bought it after testing out several other ones at my local Beauty 360. It was the only concealer in that store that blended into my skin without it sinking into the lines on my skin. It works well for both my blemishes and undereyes and gives a very natural finish. I have pretty dry skin, so finding a good concealer that doesn't crack on my face is really difficult. I wouldn't say that this is my HG... but then again I don't think I'll ever find a HG concealer. All I have to say is this is a pretty good concealer and I'm happy about it.

Lastly, my only gripe is the concept behind this concealer. The SAs at the counter didn't know how to explain this product at all, nor the concept behind it. So I just ended up matching myself with the SA going like that's a good match...so helpful

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MrsJustie on 3/21/2011 6:56:00 PM more reviews by MrsJustie

Age: 25-29   Skin: Sensitive, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I only said I won't buy again because I have replaced this with Benefit's Erase Paste. This is a great product though. I found it because I searched for something that was a better value than Bobbi Brown's corrector and concealer.
This was it! the BB one was a rip off, I used it within a couple weeks! So if you want to cover those dark under-eyes, this is great, but the Erase Paste is a better value and quicker to use for me.

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mochakitty on 9/7/2008 3:31:00 PM more reviews by mochakitty

Age: 36-43   Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium   Hair: Other   Eyes: Brown    

Very similar to Jane Iredale's Circle/Delete concealer. I like the lighter color in this one better for my coloring however. Really moisturizing, does not flake but settles into cracks somewhat. I've always had problems with flakies around my eyes from concealers, but I make sure to use eyecream a few minutes before putting this on. Then I apply lightly with a brush over my dark circles. Works great and the color is very natural. As far as packaging, I'd probably like a flip-top better but this does the trick. Very good product, possibly the best concealer I'll ever find.

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abchappy123 on 4/5/2008 8:55:00 AM more reviews by abchappy123

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Medium   Hair: Black   Eyes: Black    

It covers my dark cycles very well,but also makes my eyeshadows creasing,but I am not sure its the concealer or its my oilly eyelips,want to try other brands.

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blackorp on 3/28/2008 12:38:00 PM more reviews by blackorp

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Hazel    

Special Camoflauge has been a life savor for me!! I have horrible dark circles sometimes from my allergies and sinuses and have never been able to fully cover them and blend the color with my foundation, that is until I found this prouduct! The pink instantly cuts the black and blue color and the flesh town blends my circles in with the rest of my face color. I recommend this product to any women who complains of horrible circles and discoloration under the eye because i have tried about everything out there and nothing works as well as the special camoflauge!

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Guru4u on 2/27/2008 3:35:00 PM more reviews by Guru4u

Age: 30-35   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Green    

I use the yellow side to cover blemishes since that side's consistency has more staying power than say a creamy concealer so i won't wipe off as easily. The peach side I haven't used much but it is great for medium skin tones with blueish circles.

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*TOP REVIEWER* dachua on 2/6/2008 12:47:00 PM more reviews by dachua

Age: 56 & Over   Skin: Combination, Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

Mine does not have the name of the color on it, (got it from H.S.N.) but the two colors are peach and yellow. After reading that many top makeup artists recommend peach to eradicate dark circles, I am convinced. This product works beautifully, better than any beige concealer. The real test for me is that I am scraping the bottom of the peach side--and like most of us, I rarely completely use up any product--I either get tired of it, decide it does not work well, or buy something else to try. If you want to see if peach works for you, Lumene makes one in a 3-pan compact with yellow and brown. I'm not sure how well it performs, but it would allow you to try peach before investing in this awesome Paula Dorf product.

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LeisyB on 1/28/2008 5:13:00 PM more reviews by LeisyB

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Hazel    

I have this in Sun/Earth, Paula Dorf certainly has the perfect colour range! This combination is perfect for my skin. I apply with Pd Total Camouflage synthetic brush and feather under my eye area and on the odd blemish. I really wanted one concealer that I could use for both purposes and this works beautifully it is especially great for around the eye area. It has a good subtle light reflecting creamy consistency however it can crease in the fold just under the eye but this problem can be solved by not using/using very sparingly so close to your eye. Set with a little powder if used for blemishes. This product is pretty good value you get 3g which is much more than most other brands concealers. Would recommend to anyone who would like a great undereye concealer for everyday use but from time to time needed a good blemish concealer too. Will definately repurchase when I run out but the pot lasts me about a year.

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blessallchildren on 1/12/2008 10:54:00 PM more reviews by blessallchildren

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I loved this at the beginning but milia started to pop up all over my eyes and I immediately stopped using it. I had to go to a dermatologist to get treatment for the milia. I warn everyone about this concealer because it is too rich and heavy so the skin can't breath. Try Dior's Long-wearing moisturizing concealer instead.

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*TOP REVIEWER* kschmiddy on 10/24/2006 1:21:00 PM more reviews by kschmiddy

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Oily, Fair, Warm   Hair: Blond, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Blue    

I love this concealer for my yellow toned skin and huge circles-it seems like EVERYTHING else is either too pink or too chalky or too runny. However, it smeared and creased noticeably within hours. You really have to use gobs of setting powder and reapply/check it through the day if you are dedicated to this concealer. However, it's one of the better ones on the market, and can fill in while I continue the HG search! I recommend it if you can't find a color match and need full coverage.

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irshgrl312 on 4/7/2006 1:05:00 PM more reviews by irshgrl312

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I got this at Sephora about 4 months ago. I still have a lot left. I really like this concealer, very opaque. It is a bit on the pricy side, but I would def. buy again. It does crease in the lines a bit. Overall I really like this product.

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617cara on 4/6/2006 8:47:00 AM more reviews by 617cara

Age: 25-29   Skin: Very Oily   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

I have oily skin and huge pores and a ton of marks on my face to cover. While I tried this to cover the marks on my face and found it to be to cakey and oily and to settle clumpy over it and still show the marks, i decided not to return it completely because I could NOT beleive how great it looked under my eyes. Usually concealers get creasy and cracked and settle in my lines. While it did crease a tiny bit in my under lash line, I would think that is normal as I was always told to stay away from that area. It made me looks refreshed and stayed put. A PLUS PLUS PLUS as an under eye concealer. For oily skin/acne prone large pore, a lot to cover chicks-stay far away..........You will get the cakey, settle in your pore oily look.

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*TOP REVIEWER* dollfaced41 on 2/5/2006 12:48:00 AM more reviews by dollfaced41

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Dry, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Kinky, Coarse   Eyes: Hazel    

I've been using Sand and Nude Total Camouflage for about 6 months now. I'm a PPP with neutral to yellow undertones and chronic blue under-eye circles, partially from genetics and partially from late night Arabic homework. My skin is very dry and so most under-eye concealors either sink into crevices (I'm only 18!) or flaked off. Other concealors also gave me a reverse racoon effect. I couldn't figure it out. I would buy concealors specifically for under-eye circles and still look rediculous. Until I found this at a local beauty boutique. Blueness can't be cancelled by white or yellow - it needs pinky or peach! When I ran out and realized Sephora didn't carry this colour for order I tried to find something more readily available...and couldn't. No one but PD makes a perfectly pinkish toned concealor. I use the yellow side occasionally for redness around my nose, but I don't have many blemishes, so I'm not sure how it would work for oilier types.

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puwawa08 on 11/10/2005 10:12:00 PM more reviews by puwawa08

Age: 25-29   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

This concealer has been pretty good. I like the duo shade so that you can mix it to match your skintone better. I used to use Laura Mercier which wasn't bad... Paula Dorf is less creamy so it weighs a little less.. depending on your taste..

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kiri on 9/15/2005 3:50:00 PM more reviews by kiri

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Blue    

I am not really understanding this concealer.... I asked the salesperson and sephora to help me select a shade- since none of the shades seemed to match my very fair skin- and she was no help at all! She basically said ' oh that one looks ok...I think' and she was unable to clarify the way you were supposed to use the two shades together...Of course, I bought it anyway and the colour is not right. I'm a mac N5, {or was that N3? oh well, the paler one....} It doesn't seem to stay put and I have gotten a couple of blocked pores since using it. My last concealer was lancome's photogenic, which stays put, has a nice yellow undertone and has vitamin C and SPF. Doesn't everyone think that all concelaers should be multi- taskers? Why not throw in some antioxidants at least? Haha

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maryh on 7/2/2005 10:19:00 PM more reviews by maryh

Age: 30-35   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I bought this this week on my concealer shopping blitz, and it's keeper! I chose it specifically for my dark circles, not for blemishes, which I have quite a few of at the moment. I have the Skin by Alison Raffaele for that- another winner. Anyway, I have a ruddy fair complexion. I first bought the sun/earth combo, which was totally wrong for me. I returned it for the sand/nude duo- perfection! I have dry skin under my eyes, and this product does not make my undereye area look even more parched, as many other concealers do. Opaque, but not cakey. The MA at Sephora advised me to put the peachy tone on first to color correct the dark circles, and the dot on the beige color over that. My eyes looked refreshed with being too obviously highlighted. I don't use foundation, so I set it with powder. Great product! Buy this one, especially if you are dry under the eyes. One lippie subtracted for packaging- I would have liked a mirror compact, but oh well, the price was fair since it seems like a lot of product.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Dani on 5/16/2005 9:46:00 PM more reviews by Dani

Age: Unknown   Skin: Very Dry   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

Just realized I haven't reviewed this product despite the fact I've been using it for about 6 months.

I use it mainly to cover my dark undereye circles, and it works pretty well. I like the fact it has 2 colors I can mix & match.

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