Is Liquid Or Stick Concealer Better

Stick concealers date all the way back to the 1980s, and they're still a trusty tool for many. A stick concealer can be useful in your arsenal if your primary concealing need is quite literally that — concealing darkness. According to StyleCaster, stick concealers' compact and easy-to-use packaging isn't their only selling point. They're also designed to help you pack product onto a targeted area to tailor their coverage to your needs. Stick concealers are great on the go to give your skin a touch-up, and they're especially ideal for covering up blemishes. Simply dab it onto the affected spot instead of blending all over an entire section. 

But there is a reason why liquid concealers are generally the preferred type. While stick concealers serve their purpose, liquid concealers do it all. Ideal for all skin types, liquid concealers can come in various finishes, from hydrating to satin to matte (via Paula's Choice). What makes liquid concealers superior is simply that they are multi-purpose. Some people choose to wave their concealer wand onto patches of discoloration, which evens out the skin tone. Or perhaps you'd like to apply the viral TikTok "facelift" hack for an instant sculpt (via Vogue). Liquid concealer is simply more versatile and suitable for daily use, whereas stick concealer serves a particular purpose and does it well. At the end of the day, it's all about your needs.