Revitalize vs UnCoverup: How they differ and how to layer them together.

If you’ve ever stared at your makeup bag wondering whether to reach for a liquid or solid concealer, you’re not alone. Each formula has its strengths—and if you’re using RMS , you actually don’t have to choose. Our two concealers, Revitalize Hydra Concealer (liquid) and UnCoverup Concealer (solid cream), each offer a unique finish and feel, and they work beautifully together.

We spoke to our founder and master makeup artist Rose-Marie Swift to break down the differences between liquid and solid concealers, when to use each, and how to pair them for the most natural-looking coverage.

What’s the Difference Between Liquid and Solid Concealer?

Liquid Concealer
Revitalize Hydra Concealer is a medium-coverage liquid concealer that feels more like skincare than traditional makeup. The serum-like texture glides on effortlessly and blends like a dream, thanks to its built-in cooling applicator.

Best for:

• Dry or mature skin

• Brightening the undereye area

• Buildable coverage with a lightweight feel

Solid Cream Concealer
Our original UnCoverup Concealer is a cult-classic cream formula that melts into skin with a natural, skin-like finish. It offers flexible coverage and a rich, balmy texture that doubles as foundation.

Best for:

• Redness or blemishes

• Layering with foundation

• Drier skin types that prefer rich hydration

Rose-Marie on Concealer Texture

“I created UnCoverup as a skin-first concealer,” says Rose-Marie. “It melts in and becomes one with your complexion. But sometimes, especially under the eyes, you want something that feels lighter and more cooling—and that’s where Revitalize comes in.”

How to Choose the Right Concealer For You

Choose Revitalize Hydra Concealer if you want:

• A lighter texture for undereyes or inner corners

• A brightening effect that looks fresh, not heavy

• A cooling applicator that depuffs as it blends

Choose UnCoverup Concealer if you want:

• Rich, creamy coverage with a balmy texture

• A concealer that can double as foundation

• A super hydrating formula with a natural finish

Can You Use Liquid and Solid Concealer Together? Absolutely.

"People always ask if they should use concealer or foundation first," says Rose-Marie. "Always foundation first. Then you can go in with your concealer only where it’s really needed."

To get the best of both worlds, Rose-Marie recommends this duo approach:

Step 1: Apply Foundation First
Use your go-to RMS foundation (like ReEvolve Natural Finish Foundation or SunCoverup SPF 50) to even out the skin tone.

Step 2: Brighten with Revitalize Hydra Concealer
"Dot it in the inner corner of the eye and right into those little undereye canals," says Rose-Marie. "It gives you that brightness that makes you look alive."

Step 3: Conceal with UnCoverup
"If you need more coverage, go in with UnCoverup on top where you have pigmentation or darkness. Press it in with your finger or the Skin2Skin Concealer Brush to keep it seamless."

Application Tips from Rose-Marie Swift

• On Undereyes: “Use a peachier shade of Revitalize to color correct. That’s where the magic happens.”

• On Redness: “UnCoverup is amazing around the nose and chin to even things out.”

• On Tools: “Use the Skin2Skin Concealer Brush to get into small areas—especially around the eyes and nose.”

• On Finger Application: “Your finger’s warmth helps melt the product into the skin. It’s your best blending tool.”

What Makes RMS Concealers Different?

Both RMS concealers are made with clean, skin-loving ingredients that nourish while they perfect:

• Revitalize Hydra Concealer features tightenyl (a gentle retinol alternative), vegetable squalane, and caffeine to visibly firm, hydrate, and reduce puffiness.

• UnCoverup Concealer is rich in raw, cold-centrifuged coconut oil, jojoba, and buriti oil to deeply nourish and soothe.

"We don’t just slap makeup on the face," says Rose-Marie. "Everything we create has to benefit the skin, not just cover it."

Final Thoughts: Liquid vs Solid Concealer

Whether you go for the silky hydration of Revitalize Hydra Concealer or the creamy comfort of UnCoverup, RMS concealers are made to work with your skin, not against it. And when used together, they deliver custom coverage that looks like real skin—just a little more rested, even, and radiant.

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