Concealer is a must in many makeup procedures. It is used to even out skin tone and cover problem areas such as dark circles. The irony is that traditional concealers often contain a variety of chemicals, which can further irritate the skin.

Oh, they are too bad for the environment. Studies have shown that nearly half of the tested concealers contain fluorinated compounds, "forever chemicals" that will never be biodegradable.

Removing toxic cosmetics from your makeup bag is a great way to reduce your daily ecological footprint, but it doesn't mean you have to resist concealer altogether. Instead, make your own products with natural ingredients that are good for your skin and better for the earth. As a bonus, you will not leave a bunch of plastic packaging.

Here are five DIY concealer recipes, all you need is a well-stocked spice rack and a double pot.

Almond oil is highly emollient and rich in vitamins A and E. In this recipe, they help nourish the skin, while aloe vera can soothe and moisturize the skin.

This concealer contains a series of moisturizing ingredients such as argan oil, shea butter and honey. It is highlighted with reflective zinc oxide and the pigment is extracted from natural cocoa powder. 

The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration stated that zinc oxide nanoparticles can harm coral reefs and marine life. When buying zinc oxide, make sure to obtain a non-nano particle size.

Green concealer is used to neutralize redness and usually even out skin tone. Many store-bought versions contain natural green mineral pigment chromium oxide, which is an inorganic compound that does not biodegrade. For a more environmentally friendly iteration, you can use the powdered algae Spirulina, which is often hailed as a superfood.

This formula produces a powder concealer suitable for oily skin.

The rich ingredients in this recipe come from beeswax, goubu asu butter and cocoa butter-the latter two are the superpowers of moisturizing. This formula also includes sea buckthorn seed oil, which is praised for its promotion of skin health.

Precision is the key to mastering this concealer, so some ingredients are listed by weight rather than volume. This recipe requires a sensitive scale. 

If you want a green hue, you can use the more common bentonite instead of zeolite ultrafine clay and multani mitti clay.

One of the easiest ways to apply makeup at home—whether it's concealer, foundation or bronzer—is to collect some fragrance from the cupboard, mix in some oil, and voila! In this case, you can cover up the fragrant liquid spots.

Some people find that cinnamon irritates their skin. Test it on the back of your hand before applying it on your face.

Mango butter is sometimes used in beauty products to enhance dull skin and create radiance, especially when trying to neutralize dark circles or redness. Compared to shea butter, it has a firmer texture and milder fragrance-which is also the characteristic of the formula-but their moisturizing properties are similar. 

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